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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Mountains of Ararat</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/m/mountains_of_ararat.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/genesis/8-4.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/m/mountains.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Mountains of Ararat</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/m/mountains_of_abarim.htm" title="Mountains of Abarim">◄</a> Mountains of Ararat <a href="/topical/m/mountains_of_bether.htm" title="Mountains of Bether">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>The "Mountains of Ararat" hold a significant place in biblical history, primarily known as the resting place of Noah's Ark after the great flood. The reference to these mountains is found in <a href="/genesis/8-4.htm">Genesis 8:4</a> : "On the seventeenth day of the seventh month, the ark came to rest on the mountains of Ararat."<br><br><b>Geographical Context</b><br><br>The term "Mountains of Ararat" refers to a mountainous region rather than a single peak. Historically, Ararat is associated with the ancient kingdom of Urartu, which existed in the region that is now eastern Turkey, near the borders of modern-day Armenia and Iran. The most prominent peak in this area is Mount Ararat, a dormant volcanic cone that rises to 16,854 feet (5,137 meters) and is often identified as the specific location where the Ark came to rest.<br><br><b>Biblical Significance</b><br><br>The Mountains of Ararat are significant in the biblical narrative as the site where God's covenant with Noah was reaffirmed. After the floodwaters receded, Noah, his family, and the animals disembarked from the Ark, and Noah built an altar to the Lord, offering sacrifices of thanksgiving (<a href="/genesis/8-20.htm">Genesis 8:20</a>). This event marked a new beginning for humanity and the earth, with God promising never to destroy the earth with a flood again, symbolized by the rainbow (<a href="/genesis/9-11.htm">Genesis 9:11-17</a>).<br><br><b>Historical and Archaeological Considerations</b><br><br>Throughout history, the search for Noah's Ark has captivated explorers and archaeologists. While there have been numerous claims of sightings and discoveries on Mount Ararat, none have been conclusively verified. The rugged terrain and harsh weather conditions make exploration challenging. Despite the lack of physical evidence, the account of the Ark and the Mountains of Ararat continues to inspire faith and curiosity.<br><br><b>Theological Implications</b><br><br>Theologically, the Mountains of Ararat represent God's judgment and mercy. The flood was a divine response to human wickedness, yet the preservation of Noah and his family illustrates God's grace and the possibility of redemption. The Ark's resting on the mountains signifies a new covenant and a fresh start for creation.<br><br><b>Cultural and Religious Influence</b><br><br>The Mountains of Ararat have a profound cultural and religious influence, particularly in Armenian tradition. Mount Ararat is considered a national symbol of Armenia, and it holds a place of reverence in Armenian Christianity. The mountain is often depicted in Armenian art and literature, symbolizing hope and endurance.<br><br>In summary, the Mountains of Ararat are a pivotal location in the biblical narrative, symbolizing both divine judgment and mercy. 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