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International Standard Bible Encyclopaedia

Twelve:

twelv (shenem ‘asar; dodeka).

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Vine's Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words
1 Strong's Number: g1427 Greek: dodeka

Twelve:

is used frequently in the Gospels for the twelve Apostles, and in Act 6:2; 1Cr 15:5; Rev 21:14; of the tribes of Israel, Mat 19:28; Luk 22:30; Jam 1:1; Rev 21:12 (cp. Rev 7:5-8; 12:1); in various details relating to the heavenly Jersalem, Rev 21:12-21; 22:2. The number in general is regarded as suggestive of Divine administration.

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