"A civilization, as the term is used by modern scholars, is a culture that possesses the ability to organize itself thoroghtly. It is a social, economic and political entity, distinguished by its ability to express itself well, not only through images but through written language, which is in many ways the means by which people are best able to organize themselves"

Using that definition discuss how The ark of the covenant and sanctuary implements reflects a particular culture's belief system and social stucture.