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.

What rendered it possible for God to treat sinners thus?
What is said of the poor but wise child?
What is said of those who read, hear, and keep the things contained in this book?
What promise is made to the willing and obedient?
What else did Jesus do on the Sabbath?
What classes are we especially enjoined to help?
Why did not these ancient worthies receive the promise?

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