Raiders of the Lost Ark: Where did the Ark of Covenant go and will we ever find it again?

The Ark of the Covenant has been a fascinating topic of study for Bible scholars, historians, archeologists, and lovers of Indiana Jones for a long time.

This sacred artifact has captured imaginations for centuries- but what was this mysterious chest, and why did it hold such profound significance for the people of ancient Israel? How was it built, what was it made of, and what was inside of it? Why was it so powerful and how do we understand its enigmatic disappearance?  

Then there’s the age-old question: will we ever lay eyes on the Ark again? If so, what will that mean?