The answer is: Og

Deut 3:11 - Goliath undoubtedly had a big bed too, but we're not told how big.

You’ve probably never thought about beds in the Bible, but Og certainly carries a vivid picture! The description of Og's bed, measuring 13.5 feet long by 6 feet wide, suggests not just size but makes him one of those larger-than-life characters both literally and figuratively. Og was the king of Bashan, often noted as the last of the Rephaim, a group associated with giants in the Hebrew scriptures.

Imagine it—a bed that tall! In these times, it might have been a symbol of kingly power, and maybe didn't just function for sleeping. The ancients often used colossal furniture to display wealth and might, not unlike how rulers commissioned grand structures to leave a lasting legacy.

And speaking of giants, Goliath's legendary stature is indeed striking, mentioned elsewhere in the biblical narrative as a formidable warrior against David. While we don’t know the dimensions of his bed, the overall theme of these giant figures speaks to perception of strength and dominion in ancient Israelite culture. It's fascinating how mentions of extravagant sizes can portray someone's authority or strength.

This used to lead many ancient peoples to construct fabricated myths and tall tales boasting their heroes, while tribes often cherished stories of giant ancestors who achieved spectacular feats. These narratives contributed fundamentally to the collective lore and cultural identity of those communities. Understanding Og’s place in history along with characters like Goliath enhances our appreciation of storytelling in biblical times!