An explanation of time

There is a designation of three and a half years, which is the forty and two months written in Rev 11:2.  twelve hundred and sixty days is the day equivalent, it is commonly refereed to as "a time, times and half a time."  

This phrase actually has significance in Jewish history and not a pretty one, it was one of the most terrible times.  Antiochus Epiphanes, king of Syria actually tired to force; the Greek language, the culture and what, whom and how the Greeks worshiped, upon the Jews.  Those who resisted, faced the consequences, violent often deadly consequences.  This continued until it was finally stopped by Judas Maccabaeus.  Judas utilized guerrilla warfare tactics to drive Antiochus out of the Temple and it was then restored and cleansed. 

The period of time above went from June 168 b.c. to December 165 b.c.  This period is now celebrated by the Jews as the Festival of Hanukah commemorating the Temple.  The period of time was three and a half years.  In addition, it is note worthy to mention that the book of Daniel was written during this time.


This is a Bible timeline that I pulled off the Internet to display for your assistance.  Many time lines are found in different formats and may be easier to read and understand.  They are out there on the net, just "Bing, google, live...." whatever search  you utilize, type in "bible timeline chart" and it will produce many.  Notice when Daniel was written (in the 600 B.C. area) and then when Revelation.  These two books have much in common, but that may be for a different blog.

Okay, hope this helps.

Until next time-  Blessings from God on all.

Calabash