How many were saved in the ark?

Answer

"The long-suffering of God waited in the days of Noah, while the ark was a preparing, wherein few, that is,
eight souls were saved by water." 1 Peter 3: 20.
NOTE - Doubtless many who were lost in the Flood held, in a nominal way, to belief in God; but
the test as to the genuineness of this came with Noah's special message; and the difference between their
belief and his was made plain when they rejected the saving truth for that time-the warning message
concerning the coming Flood.

And what besides a mere belief in the truth is necessary?
By his works what was shown to be perfect?
When did this long period expire?
15. What commands obeyed would bring about a peaceful solution to this wide-spread and growing conflict?
Why will many not be prepared for this event?
17. What great contrast will be seen between the present body and the one to be put on in the resurrection?
4. What, according to the prophecy of Daniel, was to befall the people of God down through the ages?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle