When is Jesus coming back?
Jesus will come back soon. However, no one knows the exact time when Jesus is coming again. Mark 13:32 says, “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father.” Interestingly, the disciples asked Jesus the same question just before He returned to heaven. At that time, Jesus told them it was not for them to know the times or seasons which are in the Father’s authority. Therefore, Jesus may come back tomorrow, next month, next year, or 100 years from now. So, what does this mean for you and me? Always be ready for the second coming of Jesus Christ. Watch and focus on Jesus because the devil is seeking to distract mankind from understanding the signs and closeness of Jesus’ coming.
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5 Of the tribe of Juda were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Reuben were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Gad were sealed twelve thousand.
6 Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nephthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.
7 Of the tribe of Simeon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Levi were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Issachar were sealed twelve thousand.
8 Of the tribe of Zabulon were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Joseph were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Benjamin were sealed twelve thousand. Rev 7:Like
Revelation 7:5-8 describes the sealing of 144,000 servants of God, 12,000 from each of twelve tribes of Israel, symbolizing divine protection and God’s covenant with His people.
Text Overview
Revelation 7:5-8 lists the twelve tribes of Israel and the number of individuals sealed from each:
Symbolic Meaning
- Sealed for Protection: The term “sealed” indicates divine ownership and protection. In biblical times, a seal marked authenticity and ownership, and here it signifies that these individuals are set apart for God’s purposes (Bible Hub commentary) .
- Representation of the Church: While the tribes are literal, many scholars interpret the 144,000 as symbolic of the faithful remnant of God’s people, encompassing both Jews and Gentiles in the universal church (Verse by Verse Commentary) .
- Tribal Significance: Judah, the tribe of Jesus and King David, is listed first, symbolizing leadership and praise. Benjamin, the youngest, is last, while Joseph represents the continuation of God’s covenant promises. Some tribes like Dan are omitted due to historical idolatry, and Ephraim is represented by Joseph (Bible Hub commentary) .
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