Revelation 7 Explained: Who are the 144,000?

There are four kinds of perspectives on the interpretation of the 144,000 sealed ones in Revelation 7. In this video we examine all four and their strengths and weaknesses.
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[@jessehide7606]

Why did you even includ JW. They're not Christian.

[@TheBibleExplained]

View #4 is popular among the JWs but some actual Christians agree with it too. It's helpful to point out that they have chosen a position held by the non-christian JWs. In my opinion this strengthens the argument against view #4

[@salvationsanctuary48]

Where does it say Christian in the bible ?

[@sunnyjohnson992]

Yes we are because we are doing as Jesus said would take place in the last days: Preaching the Good News of the Kingdom. You’re not a Christian if you don’t do as Jesus commanded! 🙂

[@ChildofGod98765]

Lord Jesus give me strength. I’m a single mom and it is hard to have everything on my shoulders. Especially because both of my sons are special needs but despite the challenges I face. I keep faith in Jesus even as I struggle to pay rent and as I struggle to buy groceries for my children. As a christian that’s all I can do. Faith over fear.❤️❤️💕

[@AugustineSamuel-zc2qx]

The Lord is your strength when you are weak keep focusing on him...

[@TheDweller-]

Self reliance over faith

[@spitflamez]

God bless and strengthen you in Jesus name!

[@romanstravels6390]

*most underrated channel on YT* this type of content is just my style THANK YOU!

[@Forgivenmuchlovingmuch]

Perfect!!! I have always interpreted it and understood it exactly like you are explaining! Other believers are persecuted but the 144,000 are preserved to preach the gospel.

[@spitflamez]

Good job, once again, God bless you!

[@thesourcerer6504]

Excellent exposition thanks very much Josh.

[@livingh2013]

Glory To God ❤❤❤

[@germainespence1139]

I receive this blessing i thank you Lord Jesus Christ.🙏😇

[@ajmittendorf]

I find myself wondering, as a result of watching this video, if the count of 144, 000 people is a traditional Jewish count, such as the 5000 (plus women and children) whom Jesus fed by miraculously providing food, or the count of Hebrews departing Egypt when the number is given and the caveat, "plus women and children." That's something I shall have to consider moving forward.

[@TheBibleExplained]

I am not aware of any such count, but that's a fascinating question. Please let me know what you find in your studies.

[@bugsocsollie1694]

The 144,000 will be doing what the original Apostles were sent to do, but never finished, and that is to preach in all the world before the end comes. The END is referring to the 2nd half of Israel's 70th week. The way I see it is: the number 144,000 is the 12 (original Apostles) multiplied by 12,000. When this Dispensation of Grace is over, and God calls out to Israel (the 144,000) again, the whole world will take notice (a great multitude of them) when Israel begins preaching Jesus Christ whom they've denied for the past 2000 years. There is no other Biblical way to explain it, not without changing the wording of Scripture or leaving Scripture out.

[@maratrenzas673]

Donde estan?

[@ruben5145]

saints will reign with the Lord Jesus Christ for 1000 years and will judge the cases of the bad and the bad angels so that the sentence will be given for them too (fire)

[@user-sl4cl9bb8e]

I am Dan and I have sinned in my imagination but I carried my own cross and have been reborn

[@spitflamez]

The Tribe of Dan: Genesis 49:1 ¶ And Jacob called his sons and said, “👉🏾Gather together, that I may tell you what shall befall you in the last days👈🏾: 2 “Gather together and hear, you sons of Jacob, And listen to Israel your father. 16 “👉🏾Dan shall judge his people As one of the tribes of Israel👈🏾. 17 👉🏾Dan shall be a serpent by the way, A viper by the path, That bites the horse’s heels So that its rider shall fall backward.👈🏾 18 I have waited for your salvation, O LORD!

[@markhauserbible7168]

The reason people are so confused about these things is because they hold onto false beliefs. Like the pre-trib rapture. There is ONLY ONE resurrection at the end of time, just like Jesus taught. Jn5:28-29/ 6:39-40. If you can understand this, the bible will become much clearer. Rev14:1 I saw a Lamb STOOD on Mount Zion, and with him a 144000. So, is this a literal 144000 Jews or ALL the saints? Again, if you understand the Lord returns ONE-TIME. Then you will know who these people REPRESENT. Now read Zech 14:4-5 And his feet shall STAND on the Mt. of Olives (Mt. Zion) Vs5 And the Lord my God shall COME and with him ALL THE SAINTS. Also, 1Thes 3:13 At the COMING of the Lord with ALL THE SAINTS. Also, 1Thes 2:19/ 4:14, and Col 3:4. Remember what the Angels said in Act 1:9-11 He will RETURN in like manner. They DID NOT say he returns TWO times in like manner or mention a 7 year tribulation before this happens. Should we believe the word of God or pre-tribers????

[@kasoanful]

Hello sir. What a great work you have done explaining scripture. May please suggest taking a look on Madhi in Koran.He is their coming savior with Jesus as a prophet. And every detail of his coming is exactly what Antichrist will do.Try Wikipedia…you will be shocked

[@abcdefghijk12348]

May I Share? If We Are Not. All whom Are a True Christian/of the Chosen Are too, Keep the SABBATH Day. In Holiness. I at times, make Errors. I do True to Keep what's Written In - EXODUS 20:10 We Cannot Be Selective when Reading This Chapter. There Are NO "Exceptions. Friday Sundown - Saturday Sundown 1 Corinthians 14:33 For God is not the author of Confusion, ...more 🙏💕

[@bugsocsollie1694]

No offense, but you should probably spend more time in studying to show yourself approved unto God RIGHTLY DIVIDING the Word of Truth between what is meant for Israel and what is meant for the Body of Christ Church. Your confusion comes from combining Israel's doctrine with the doctrine for the Body of Christ Church.

[@markhauserbible7168]

Then why do we have a NEW COVENANT. Heb8:6-10.

[@bugsocsollie1694]

@@markhauserbible7168 Israel will get their new covenant, but the Body of Christ Church is not under their covenant. Hebrews was written to the Hebrews, not to the Body of Christ Church.

[@markhauserbible7168]

@@bugsocsollie1694 You will never believe the TRUTH. You don't even know what the word Church means. And until you do, you will never understand prophecy. Nor will you ever understand who ISRAEL is in Gods eyes. (NOT YOURS) Heb 2:10-11 The CAPTAIN of our salvation Vs11 ALL OF ONE. Heb 3:6 Whose HOUSE ARE WE.> Ez37:11 The WHOLE HOUSE of Israel. ALL believers are the ISRAEL OF GOD. Gal6:15-16. I'm assuming you also believe the Jews (Israel) have been given PROMISES that we Gentiles don't INHERIT? Rm 4:16/ Gal 3:14/ 3:29/ Eph3:6 How about this one teacher. Heb8:6 So, we get the PROMISES but NOT the covenant? What bible do you study? So, now do you know what the word CHURCH means? CONGRAGATION or ASSEMBLY. Act 7:38 The CHURCH is the wilderness. Was JESUS in that CHURCH or was he just in the N.T. Jn1:1. You will never understand these spiritual things. 1Cor 2:13-14 If you continue to believe the pre-trib lie.

[@ruben5145]

The great controverse cap 42 (144 000)

[@ajmittendorf]

I am reluctant to include Jehovah's Witnesses among those who are "within Christianity" (0:33).

[@blackkitty420]

Including them doesn't mean he agrees with them just reporting what they believe.

[@TheBibleExplained]

That's why I call them "The Jehovah's Witness organization" not the "Jehovah's Witness church"... But there are some actual christians who share a similar view as the JWs concerning the 144,000, so it is worth debunking.

[@conniemills6250]

No, Jehovah Witness does not believe that Jesus is God, just an ordinary man

[@plozar]

@@conniemills6250 No, the only begotten Son of the Almighty Father just as you read in the Bible..

[@HannahLovesConspiracies]

Star Seeds!

[@masternmargarita]

I know precisely who they are and I know who the two witnesses are. I also know the Tribulation start date: February 2022.

[@g.w.barrett4604]

If your, going to Explain the Bible get it right. The 144.000 are Literal. they are all Men Jewish, Virgins who have not been Defiled by Women, they follow the Lamb whithersoever he goes. They will stand on Mount Sion with the Lamb. having his Father Name written in their Foreheads. How Great is that. The 144.000. The Great Multitudes are two different groups. There are Women in the Great Multitudes and the possibility of children. God names the 12 Tribe's it's not complicated so leave it at that. God Bless You for all that you do.

[@SteffB87]

Exactly

[@germainespence1139]

All the people that follows God and is commandments with be sealed in Thay four head.

[@Alcheer]

all revealed in it's proper time. There are many interpretations of Revelations.

[@bugsocsollie1694]

That is exactly why we shouldn't interpret Scripture, but just believe it as written. It's not up to private interpretation. If prophecy isn't literal, what good is it? ...anyone can make it say whatever they want it to say.

[@Alcheer]

@@bugsocsollie1694 yes, I am going trust the Lord to bring that out at the right time. We don't need to know it all, but to trust.

[@soniabambe741]

If thé bible Says 144 000 IS the tribes of Israël why do WE want to interprète it 's very clear that IS Israël Read jermiah 31 24-32 God Will never forget Israël read romans 11 they Will bé Always a remnant read Joël 3 Ezekiel 37 these are thé promises of YAH

[@danieldishon688]

You explanation for Ephraim and Dan's removal doesn't work when you consider all the tribes have their history of baggage and negative connotations. Benjamin was "ravenous like a wolf" and collectively defended one of their cities for raping travelers, and their associated with Isreals first failed bad king. Judah and Simon in the book of judges immediately started working only for their own interests, abandoning other tribes while taking on the values of the pagan kingdom around them when they cut off Adonibezeks big toes. And it's not like all of Dan went up north to secure what would be the idolatrous city of Dan, with Moses family looking after it as its personal priests. We still read about Dan being along the coastline where they should be in Samsons day who was from Dan. Why should Dan and Ephraim be singled out and left unnamed in this prophetic text other than to make a point that these aren't literally just the ethnic descents of the 12 tribes of Isreal? And where is the saved gentile church in God's kingdom in revelation if they are not symbolically included here, now "grafted" onto to the promises of Isreals tree like Paul says in Roman's? Do you expect me to really buy that John represents the gentile church being raptured when his perspective changes in an earlier chapter? Perspective changes aren't strange or ever considered symbolic in other prophetic books, it's a normal staple of the genre. And nothing about John indicated he represents anything other than himself in this book. Or do you believe every gentile believer will just coincidentally be dead before the events of revelation begin, thus we are only represented in the great multitude?

[@plozar]

Still cannot identify Biblical scriptures identifying exactly who the 144,000 are. LOTS OF CLAIMS THOUGH, Plenty of Them.

[@emmanuelpelayo3797]

Revelation 14:4 These are they which were NOT DEFILED WITH WOMEN; for they are VIRGINS. These are they which FOLLOW THE LAMB whithersoever he goeth. These were REDEEMED from among men, being the FIRSTFRUITS unto God and to the Lamb. Revelation 14:5 And in their mouth was found no guile: for they are without fault before the throne of God. 1 Corinthians 15:20 But now is Christ risen from the dead, and become the FIRSTFRUITS of them that slept. NOT DEFILED WITH WOMEN - Means they are all male. FOLLOW THE LAMB WHITHERSOEVER HE GOETH - Means they were ressurected together with Christ. FIRSTFRUITS - Means the Beginning of Sacrifice. During the birth of Jesus, God sacrificed lives so that Christ may live. St. Matthew 2:13 And when they were departed, behold, the angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise, and take the young child and his mother, and flee into Egypt, and be thou there until I bring thee word: for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him. St. Matthew 2:14 When he arose, he took the young child and his mother by night, and departed into Egypt: St. Matthew 2:15 And was there until the death of Herod: that it might be fulfilled which was spoken of the Lord by the prophet, saying, Out of Egypt have I called my son. St. Matthew 2:16 Then Herod, when he saw that he was mocked of the wise men, was exceeding wroth, and sent forth, and slew all the children that were in Bethlehem, and in all the coasts thereof, from two years old and under, according to the time which he had diligently enquired of the wise men. St. Matthew 2:17 Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying, St. Matthew 2:18 In Rama was there a voice heard, lamentation, and weeping, and great mourning, Rachel weeping for her children, and would not be comforted, because they are not. Jeremiah 31:15 Thus saith the LORD; A voice was heard in Ramah, lamentation, and bitter weeping; Rahel weeping for her children refused to be comforted for her children, because they were not. Jeremiah 31:16 Thus saith the LORD; Refrain thy voice from weeping, and thine eyes from tears: for thy work shall be rewarded, saith the LORD; and THEY SHALL COME AGAIN FROM THE LAND OF THE ENEMY. Jeremiah 31:17 And there is hope in thine end, saith the LORD, that thy CHILDREN SHALL COME AGAIN to their own border.

[@mcole136]

Exactly! You're spot on. If people would just read the Bible, and quit twisting it and trying to make it say something it doesn't. Now, if you want to take this a step further, re-read Ezekiel 37 with this in mind. Ezekiel 36 and 38 are both literal, so why wouldn't Ezekiel 37 be also? Just saying...

[@joshuamitchell5481]

What did JW's call themselves before Russell was born? What did Calvinest call themselves before Calvin was born? Mormons- Joseph Smith?????

[@plozar]

No. Millerites group preceded

[@sun-groupecommunications1331]

I am confuse, because we are Christians believing in Jesus Christ (the meaning of our religion) but Jewish people who 'rejected' Christ in Israel will be saved (at least 144'000 of them) and Christians who love Jesus won't ? Because I saw more Christians loving Jesus than Jewish people loving Jesus (some videos of preachers in Israel show hostility about them). So I am confuse. Can you explain ?

[@TheBibleExplained]

The Jewish people who will be saved, will be believers in Christ. Jesus will return at a time when those who are still alive of the Jewish nation, finally believe in Him as the Messiah.

[@sun-groupecommunications1331]

@@TheBibleExplained and Christians around the World ?

[@aprilyndirectories]

144,000 are the only pure virgins who followed Jesus Christ wholeheartedly .They are from 12 tribes of Israel boy and girls most are children in different time... 10k people each tribe...

[@ICU2B4UDO]

Read the Scripture CAREFULLY!! It states, "Males that have NOT been DEFILED by Women." It uses the Greek word "Parthenos" -Virgin...144,000 Male, Virgin, Jews...

[@TheRealParaclete]

The 144k is jews who come to jesus, there are roughly 130k-140k jews who believe christ was the messiah. The reason they are spared is due to them being of the chosen people who have come to God's truth. Gentiles will still have to prove their love and worthiness.

[@wesleycurryii3341]

NONE of the 144,000 are grown adults.

[@bugsocsollie1694]

Where do you get that idea? How will they be all over the world preaching?

[@YARULESALLJESUSYESHUA]

PRAISE HIM . PRAISE THE LAMB WITHOUT BLEMISH . PRAISE HIM,JESUS CHRIST , YESHUA MESSIAH AMEN . If I may add my thoughts on the 144, 000 . I think these are the children Herod killed , trying to kill CHRIST . All Jewish , not defiled by woman , virgins of the tribes of ISRAEL . All were little boys . And a literal 144,000 . Know that God came down from His throne . Born to the virgin . Without blemish . He who knew no sin became sin so we may have everlasting life . His precious precious blood that paid the debt of our wicked sins . His blood shall wash us clean . If we know CHRIST JESUS died on the cross for us according to scriptures , and He was buried and Rose again the third day according to scriptures we have everlasting life . The blood that He shed was the ultimate sacrifice . For the penalty of sin is death . Trust His blood has paid your sins and I will see you soon in the clouds . To meet Him in the air . PRAISE HIM . And love one another , BLESS Israel and BLESS you all beloved brother's and sister's amen . COME QUICKLY LORD JESUS ,COME QUICKLY amen amen amen .

[@Lily_of_the_valley_77]

Women in the Bible represents Church. (Just like water represents multitudes of people) they are virgins (not corrupted by doctrines of demons taught in churches) not indoctrinated by churches which is doctrines of demons. Not virgins as in Webster dictionary meaning of virgins. They are holy, pure, no guile, follow the lamb wherever he goes. Now, if you look at the cubic measurements of the new Jerusalem, it equals 144. In my personal opinion… the 144 are spotless, pure & holy. Right? So, Jesus is coming back for a spotless bride which is holy, no spot or wrinkle washed as white as snow similar to the 144,000. Hmm?? her clothing is fine linen which represents purity and holiness.. righteousness.. That sounds like the Bride is the 144,000 which represent the new Jerusalem coming down out of heaven as a bride adorned for her husband. The angel showed John the bride of Christ and he pointed to the new Jerusalem. The 144,000 are the only ones with the seal of God before wrath hits. The 144,000 do not go through tribulation, but the church does. People make these comments all the time that he’s not going to put his bride through tribulation. That is true. That is why they have the seal of God and are protected. In fact, they are the only ones that have the seal of God that’s another sign of their identity. They are possibly the bride of Christ. I’ve been studying this.. so think and study outside of the box and make sure you’re studying with the Holy Spirit. Remember, I did say in my opinion.

[@macmac9371]

Miss they are literal Virgins and are males. It’s a contract you can speak in allegorical terms when issuing a contract. They are male priest class. They are martyrs. Virginity has a price with it. When a male took a women’s virginity without marriage he had to pay 50 shekel . So virginity is valuable. The are males that are sacrificed as martyrs, and earn the crown to be judges of all Christ followers.

[@hubertlancaster]

The 144,000 are all Jews, from every tribe of Israel. They make up the first resurrection from the old testament era, this happened early on in this dispensation. Paul says this concerning the resurrections 1Co 15:23 "But every man in his own order: Christ the first fruits; afterward they that are Christ's at his coming." In revelations chapter 7 and 14 the 144, 000 are called the first fruits unto God in line with what Paul said. Many came out of the graves at the resurrection of Christ. The last resurrection will happen at the appearance of Jesus and it will be a number no man can number out of all nations and tongues, this is also in Revelations 7 and 14. Jesus says this in John 5:25 "Verily, verily, I say unto you, The hour is coming, and now is, when the dead shall hear the voice of the Son of God: and they that hear shall live. John 5:26 For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself; John 5:27 And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man. (This is the first resurrection) John 5:28 Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, John 5:29 And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation (this is the last resurrection when Jesus comes again). In effect a resurrection is at the end of the old testament and another at the end of the new testament.

[@abcdefghijk12348]

She's NOT Israel

[@evesantiagomarrero5946]

The biblie say clealrly who are the 144 the people are Jews from every tribe of Israel read the bible

[@user-cb7iu1oe7k]

It's not talking about Jewish people at all

[@user-ce4ce2yj7j]

The 12 tribes of Isreal are 144000 Evangelist?????

[@bugsocsollie1694]

Yes. When Israel (the 144,000) start preaching Jesus Christ in all the world before the end comes (The END is referring to the 2nd half of Israel's 70th week) the whole world (a great multitude) will take notice. They have rejected the Saviour for 2000 years, and suddenly they are preaching Him? Israel today is fallen (Romans 11:11) but they will rise and shine as a light unto the Gentiles during a time of darkness (Israel's 70th week, Tribulation, Jacob's trouble). Isaiah 60:1-3. That's who the 144,000 are.

[@bfree7415]

So far away from the truth. Stop reading Revelations as being all futuristic.

[@mybuckhead]

The 144000 could be the Elohim that are living on earth. They are just like us is why they need a seal. They are advanced humans that are aliens that created man.

[@missionscrapprwill7530]

By Your Comment, you took the Glory Of GOD & turned onto man; the 1ST part of Revelations explains this as a curse. Don't Add ANYTHING, Don't take away NOTHING from the Word Of GOD - Accept it jus like it is In PRAYER 🙏 Then go from there what GOD Is telling you what the Bible is saying - for The Word Of GOD Is Sharper Then Any 2 Edge Sword Can Separate Bone Marrow... Stay In PRAYER 11:21