Noah (the character)

Noah is a biblical figure best known for navigating the Great Flood as described in the Book of Genesis in the Hebrew Bible and the Christian Old Testament. He is depicted as a righteous man chosen by God to build an ark to save his family and pairs of every animal species from the impending flood. Noah’s story symbolizes themes of faith, obedience, and renewal. After the floodwaters recede, God establishes a covenant with Noah, signified by a rainbow, promising never to flood the Earth again. Noah remains a significant character in religious, cultural, and literary contexts.