What is the 'bow in the cloud' in the Bible?

The 'bow in the cloud' is the rainbow, which God set in the sky as a sign of His covenant with Noah and all living creatures, promising never again to destroy the earth with a flood. This is described in Genesis 9:13-15.

Where in the Bible is the rainbow mentioned as a covenant sign?

The rainbow is explicitly mentioned as God's covenant sign in Genesis 9:12-17. God tells Noah, 'I have set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be a sign of the covenant between me and the earth.'

Why is the 'bow in the cloud' or rainbow significant?

It is a permanent, visible reminder of God's faithfulness and mercy, symbolizing His promise to preserve creation. It signifies God's grace following judgment and is a foundational biblical symbol of hope and divine commitment.

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Bow, in the Cloud

Bow, in the Cloud bo: Reference to the promise made to Noah (Ge 9:13) preserved in the Constellation figures. See ASTRONOMY, sec. II, 4.

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