We're not 100% certain what specific tree "gopher wood" refers to, so it's not possible to answer this question. If it was cedar, then oak is stronger. If it was something else, then who knows.
Oak wood, think of it this way, which will win, shin bone or wooden bat?
Oak is 60 MPa, with a specific strength of 86.95 kN·m/kg
Accordingly from the bible Noah made a boat out of gopher wood.
The ark of the Book of Genesis in the Holy Bible was constructed of Gopher wood.
Sort of, but using oak wood costs less, and is stronger and sturdier.
In theLebanon
oak is a very hard wood
gopher wood
It was gopher wood.
The ark of the covenant was made of acacia wood. This type of wood was known for being durable and resistant to decay, making it a suitable material for constructing sacred objects like the ark.
oak wood
Gopher wood