The number nineteen appears in the Bible in various contexts, often symbolizing completeness or judgment. While not as frequently mentioned as other numbers, it holds significance in the biblical narrative and theological interpretation.

Biblical References:

1. Judges 19:29 · In this passage, the number nineteen is indirectly referenced through the division of the concubine's body into twelve parts, sent throughout Israel. This gruesome act led to a significant assembly of the tribes of Israel, highlighting the severity of the sin committed in Gibeah. The event underscores the moral decline during the time of the judges and the need for righteous leadership.

2. 1 Kings 14:20 · "The length of Jeroboam’s reign was twenty-two years, and he rested with his fathers, and his son Nadab reigned in his place." While the number nineteen is not directly mentioned, Jeroboam's reign is often discussed in the context of the divided kingdom, which lasted for nineteen years after his initial three years of peace. This period was marked by idolatry and conflict, reflecting the spiritual and political turmoil of the time.

3. 2 Kings 25:8 · "On the seventh day of the fifth month, in the nineteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar’s reign, Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, a servant of the king of Babylon, entered Jerusalem." This verse marks the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple, a pivotal moment in Israel's history. The nineteenth year of Nebuchadnezzar's reign signifies the culmination of God's judgment upon Judah for their persistent disobedience and idolatry.

Symbolic Interpretation:

In biblical numerology, the number nineteen can symbolize divine order and judgment. It is often associated with the fulfillment of God's plans, whether in the form of blessings or consequences for disobedience. The number is seen as a combination of ten (representing completeness or law) and nine (symbolizing finality or judgment), thus conveying a sense of complete judgment or the finality of God's decrees.

Theological Significance:

From a theological perspective, the occurrences of the number nineteen in the Bible serve as reminders of God's sovereignty and justice. They illustrate the consequences of turning away from God's commandments and the importance of repentance and obedience. The events associated with the number nineteen often lead to significant turning points in the biblical narrative, emphasizing the need for spiritual renewal and alignment with God's will.

Historical Context:

The historical context of the number nineteen in the Bible often involves periods of transition or crisis. Whether it is the moral decay during the time of the judges or the fall of Jerusalem, these events highlight the cyclical nature of Israel's faithfulness and rebellion. The number nineteen serves as a marker of these pivotal moments, urging readers to reflect on the lessons of history and the enduring call to faithfulness.

In summary, while the number nineteen may not be as prominent as other biblical numbers, its occurrences are rich with meaning and significance, offering insights into God's dealings with His people and the unfolding of His divine purposes throughout history.1. (a.) Nine and ten; eighteen and one more; one less than twenty; as, nineteen months.

2. (n.) The number greater than eighteen by a unit; the sum of ten and nine; nineteen units or objects.

3. (n.) A symbol for nineteen units, as 19 or xix.

8672. tesha -- a nine
... Usage 139* (1), 29* (2), 3,930* (1), 59,300* (2), 928* (1), 945* (1), 956* (1),
973* (2), forty-nine* (1), nine (21), nine-tenths (1), nineteen* (3), nineteenth ...
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5838. Azaryah -- "Yah has helped," the name of a number of Isr.
... Azariah. Or mazaryahuw {az-ar-yaw'-hoo}; from azar and Yahh; Jah has helped; Azarjah,
the name of nineteen Israelites -- Azariah. see HEBREW azar. ...
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6240. asar -- ten
... 1), eighteen* (8), eighteenth* (11), eleven* (15), eleventh* (17), fifteen* (14),
fifteenth* (17), fourteen* (17), fourteenth* (23), nineteen* (3), nineteenth ...
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Chapter nineteen
... Chapter Nineteen. [Letter from Rev. Calvin Bruce, DD, of the Nazareth Avenue Church,
Chicago, to Rev. Philip A. Caxton, DD, New York City.]. "My Dear Caxton: ...
//christianbookshelf.org/sheldon/in his steps/chapter nineteen.htm

Nineteen Hymns on the Nativity of Christ in the Flesh.
... Nineteen Hymns on the Nativity of Christ in the Flesh. Translated, I.-XIII., By
REV. JB Morris, MA,. [Oxford Library of the Fathers]; XIV.-XIX. By. REV. ...
/.../hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/nineteen hymns on the nativity.htm

Question Nineteen the Gift of Fear
... Question Nineteen THE GIFT OF FEAR. THE GIFT OF FEAR We must now consider the
gift of fear, concerning which there are twelve questions ...
/.../aquinas/nature and grace/question nineteen the gift of.htm

This Cycle of Nineteen Years is not Approved of by Certain African ...
... Section XV. This cycle of nineteen years is not approved of by certain
African investigators who have? This cycle of nineteen ...
/.../the paschal canon of anatolius of alexandria/section xv this cycle of.htm

The Death of Saint Anthony.
... CHAPTER NINETEEN. THE DEATH OF SAINT ANTHONY. About the same time that his
brother knights ended their martial career, Saint Anthony ...
/.../kingston/the seven champions of christendom/chapter nineteen the death of.htm

Daniel and the Village Priest.
... CHAPTER NINETEEN. DANIEL AND THE VILLAGE PRIEST. After his baptism Daniel
was very consistent in his conduct as a Christian, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/hodson/old daniel/chapter nineteen daniel and the.htm

Divine and Worldly Conformity
... TALK NINETEEN. DIVINE AND WORLDLY CONFORMITY. The Scriptures say, "Be not
conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/naylor/heart talks/talk nineteen divine and worldly.htm

Excursus on the Subsequent History of the Easter Question.
... and it was Dionysius the Less who first completely overcame them, by giving to the
Latins a paschal table having as its basis the cycle of nineteen years. ...
/.../schaff/the seven ecumenical councils/excursus on the subsequent history.htm

Three Keys.
... Then chapter one, verse nineteen through to the close of the twelfth chapter is
fully described and covered by the next clause, "and am come into the world ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks on johns gospel/three keys.htm

A Description of the Sea-Coast, Out of Pliny and Strabo.
... Tyrus, heretofore an island, &c. It is in compass nineteen miles, Palae-Tyre, lying
within, being included. ... Sum total is two hundred and nineteen miles. ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 10 a description of.htm

Nineteen (3 Occurrences)
... 1. (a.) Nine and ten; eighteen and one more; one less than twenty; as, nineteen
months. ... 3. (n.) A symbol for nineteen units, as 19 or xix. ...
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Nineteenth (4 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Constituting or being one of nineteen equal parts into which anything
is divided. 3. (n.) The quotient of a unit divided ...
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Twentieth (34 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Next in order after the nineteenth; tenth after
the tenth; coming after nineteen others; -- the ordinal of twenty. ...
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Twenty (282 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) One more that nineteen; twice; as, twenty
men. 2. (n.) An indefinite number more or less that twenty. ...
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Asahel (17 Occurrences)
... With these two variations the twelve month-by-month captains are twelve out of the
nineteen seniors in the list of mighty men, and are mentioned in practically ...
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Yiron (1 Occurrence)
... Yiron (1 Occurrence). Joshua 19:38 Iron, Migdal El, Horem, Beth Anath, and Beth
Shemesh; nineteen cities with their villages. (See NAS RSV). ...
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119 (1 Occurrence)
... 119 (1 Occurrence). Genesis 11:25 Nahor lived one hundred nineteen years after he
became the father of Terah, and became the father of sons and daughters. ...
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Nine-and-twenty (1 Occurrence)
Nine-and-twenty. Nine, Nine-and-twenty. Nineteen . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Nine, Nine-and-twenty. Nineteen . Reference Bible.
/n/nine-and-twenty.htm - 6k

Nahor (18 Occurrences)
... Genesis 11:25 Nahor lived one hundred nineteen years after he became the father
of Terah, and became the father of sons and daughters. ...
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Nebuchadnezzar (90 Occurrences)
... He must have possessed an enormous command of human labour, nine-tenths of Babylon
itself, and nineteen-twentieths of all the other ruins that in almost ...
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