Topical Encyclopedia The number 1260 holds significant prophetic importance in biblical literature, particularly in the apocalyptic texts of Daniel and Revelation. It is often associated with periods of tribulation, persecution, and divine intervention. The number is typically interpreted as representing a span of 1260 days, which is equivalent to 42 months or three and a half years, using the ancient Jewish calendar of 30-day months.Daniel's Prophecies In the Book of Daniel, the concept of a time, times, and half a time (interpreted as three and a half years) is introduced. Daniel 7:25 speaks of a period during which a blasphemous ruler will oppress the saints: "He will speak against the Most High and oppress the saints of the Most High, intending to change appointed times and laws; and the saints will be given into his hand for a time, times, and half a time." . This period is often linked to the 1260 days mentioned in Revelation. Revelation's Visions The Book of Revelation makes several references to the 1260-day period, often in the context of end-times prophecy. Revelation 11:3 states, "And I will empower my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth." . These two witnesses are seen as prophetic figures who will testify during a time of great tribulation. Revelation 12:6 describes the woman who flees into the wilderness: "The woman fled into the wilderness, where God had prepared a place for her to be nourished for 1,260 days." . This imagery is often interpreted as the protection of the faithful during a period of persecution. Additionally, Revelation 13:5 refers to the beast who is given authority to act for 42 months: "The beast was given a mouth to speak arrogant and blasphemous words, and authority to act for forty-two months." . This period is synonymous with the 1260 days and is seen as a time of dominance by evil forces. Symbolic Interpretations The 1260 days are frequently understood symbolically, representing a limited period during which evil is allowed to prevail before divine intervention. The three and a half years are often seen as a broken seven, symbolizing incompleteness and imperfection, in contrast to the number seven, which represents completeness and perfection in biblical numerology. Historical and Futurist Views Throughout history, various interpretations have been proposed regarding the 1260 days. Some historical interpretations view this period as symbolic of specific historical events or epochs, such as the persecution of the early church or the rise of certain political powers. Futurist interpretations, on the other hand, often see the 1260 days as a literal future period of tribulation preceding the second coming of Christ. Conclusion The number 1260 remains a topic of considerable debate and interpretation among biblical scholars and theologians. Its presence in apocalyptic literature underscores themes of trial, endurance, and the ultimate triumph of divine justice. Concordance 1260 (1 Occurrence)Revelation 11:3 Thesaurus 1260 (1 Occurrence)... Multi-Version Concordance 1260 (1 Occurrence). Revelation 11:3 And I will authorize My two witnesses to prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth. (WEY NIV) ... /num/1260.htm - 6k Doing (1260 Occurrences) 1254 (4 Occurrences) 1335 (1 Occurrence) Cared (25 Occurrences) Desert (322 Occurrences) Revelation (52 Occurrences) John (154 Occurrences) Resources Why do Daniel and Revelation give varying counts of 1,260, 1,290, and 1,335 days for the tribulation? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the prophecy of 1,260 days in Revelation? | GotQuestions.org How many times has Jerusalem been destroyed? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus |
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