Ark of the Covenant
Definition
A gold-plated wooden chest described in the Hebrew Bible as containing the two stone tablets of the Ten Commandments.
A legendary ancient artifact regarded as a vessel for the direct presence of God, central to Israelite religious life and often portrayed in pop culture as a source of immense—and occasionally face-melting—supernatural power.
Examples
I told him that checking the attic for the Ark of the Covenant was a waste of time, but he insisted he heard chanting behind the old winter coats.
If you ever actually find the Ark of the Covenant, please remember that the standard protocol is to not open it unless you have a high-quality SPF 5000 sunscreen.
Some people organize their junk drawers by category, but Greg treats his like he is guarding the Ark of the Covenant, refusing to let anyone see the half-used batteries inside.
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