Bible Trivia Question
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Who had a bed 13.5 foot long by 6 foot wide?
Goliath
Ahab
Og
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Deut 3:11 - Goliath undoubtedly had a big bed too, but we're not told how big.
Imagine that! A bed measuring 13.5 feet long by 6 feet wide—now that’s not your average sleeping arrangement. So, who was Og? He was the king of Bashan, known to be one of the last of the Rephaim, a group of ancient giants mentioned in the Old Testament. Just picture it: this guy was so large that his bed was likely custom-made just for him. In a way, it’s a biblical brag. It shows just how imposing Og was, emblematic of physical power.
The mention of Goliath is particularly interesting considering that he’s often regarded as the classic giant of Scripture. While we don’t know his bed size, we do know he was around nine feet tall! Not quite the handcrafted king's cocoon like Og's palace aesthetic, but impressive nonetheless.
Og's bed is an emblem of many giant stories in Scripture that reflect not just physical might but often include the story of overcoming great odds. Different biblical narratives of giants often convey a deeper moral meaning—the idea that challenges and seemingly insurmountable obstacles can be surmountable with faith and courage.
In terms of odd trivia, Og was believed by some ancient scholars to be a remnant of another one of those Israelite conquests—the Canaanite warriors defeated by God's chosen people. So, in that way, these giant tales resonate more than just physical presence; they're intertwined with the history and identity of the ancient Israelites!
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