The number twelve is found 187 times total in the Bible, 22 of which are in the book of Revelation.There were 12 sons of Jacob, whose families formed the 12 tribes of Israel with 12 princes. Jesus mentioned twelve legions of angels to represent heavenly power (Matthew 26:53). During the great tribulation, 12,000 from each of the twelve tribes of Israel are saved, totaling 144,000 (Revelation 7). A second 144,000 are gathered from the earth to serve the Lamb and follow Him (Revelation 14:1-5). The bride of Christ is pictured with a crown of twelve stars (Revelation 12:1).The New Jerusalem has twelve gates of pearls, twelve angels at the gates and the names of the 12 tribes of Israel over the gates. The measurement of the new Jerusalem will be 12,000 furlongs square, while the wall will be 144 (12 x 12) cubits, Revelation 21:16,17. At age 12, Jesus appeared at the temple and later ordained twelve apostles.There are twelve divisions of heaven called the Mazzaroth, which God uses for signs and seasons.
Posted on: Mon, 22 Jul 2013 07:12:15 +0000
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