The Symbolism of Victory: Exploring the Significance of the Number 17 in the King James Bible

The Word of God is considered the most significant artifact ever encountered by the world. Its pages are filled with insights and symbols that impart profound truths. Interestingly, analyzing the use of numbers within the scriptures can reveal evidence of divine authorship.

In the vast tapestry of biblical mathematics, each number carries its own unique meaning and symbolism. The number 17, in particular, holds a special significance in the King James Bible. Across various verses and contexts, the number 17 is intricately linked to the theme of victory. Let's delve into the hidden meanings and explore why this number is associated with triumph in biblical narratives.

Before the first Passover, God altered the date, making the seven month, the month the ark came to rest on the mountains of Ararat the first month of the year. Before the first Passover, the Arc came to rest in the seventh month, but when God changed the date, the resting of the arc changed from the seventh month to the first. This is the month Nisan. In Nisan, we see the Ark resting but we also see two other events of significance. They are the crossing of the Rd Sea by the Hebrews and the Resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Examples of the Number 17 in the Bible for Victory

The Ark Rests on Mount Ararat

One striking example of the importance of the number 17 in the Bible can be found in the story of Noah's Ark. The start of Noah's Flood began in the 17th day and the Ark came to rest on the 17th day., Genesis 7:11, 8:4. This event symbolizes salvation and victory over evil.

Crossing the Red Sea

Israel observed their initial Passover on the 14th day of Nisan. After departing Egypt, they journeyed for three days and traversed the Red Sea. Consequently, on the night of the 17th day, they emerged from the sea at dawn, proclaiming triumph, as depicted in Exodus 14:19-22 and 15:1-21, symbolizing the resurrection.

The Resurrection of Jesus Christ

The Lord Jesus Christ was crucified during the Passover celebration on the 14th day. He remained dead for three days and nights, as mentioned in Matthew 12:39-40. Jesus Christ resurrected on the seventeenth day of the month, coinciding with the first fruit offering, which occurred on the first day of the week, marking the day of Resurrection and His triumph over death and the grave.

Pray of Jeremiah and the Time of the Millennial Reign of Christ

Chapter 32 of Jeremiah describes the siege of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar's armies, with the city on the brink of capture by the Chaldeans. While Jeremiah is confined in the prison courtyard, he receives a divine message that his cousin Hanameel will propose the sale of his field in Anathoth, which translates to "Answered Prayers." Jeremiah acquires the field for 17 shekels of silver and offers his 17th prayer to God starting in the 17th verse. In response, God reveals a vision to Jeremiah about a future time when He will reunite His people from across the nations where they have been scattered, returning them to their sacred homeland to live in peace. This era is envisioned as the Millennial reign of Christ, a time when belief transforms into reality, and the faithful will meet their Redeemer in person. The book of Jeremiah does not record any prayers beyond this significant 17th prayer. Vallowe states:

*"Biblical Mathematics" by Vallowe.

Victory Won by God Alone

In the last chapter of the book of Joshua, we see Joshua declaring all that the Lord God of Israel has done for the children of Israel from the days of Abraham to the present time. There are precisely 17 instances of the word "I" beginning in verse 3 and ending in verse 13. But this is not the only place in the Bible where 17 declarations by God are made; you will find another listing in the book of Ezekiel 16:6-14. Seventeen instances of the word "I" once more declare the blessings and victory from God on Jerusalem.

17 Things that Cannot Separate Us from the Love of God

In the last example for the number seventeen and victory, we turn to Romans 8:35-39 where 17 things are listed, which cannot separate us from the love of Christ.

(Romans 8:35-39) "Who shall separate us from the love of Christ?

(1) shall tribulation, or

(2) distress, or

(3) persecution, or

(4) famine, or

(5) nakedness, or

(6) peril, or

(7) sword? {36} As it is written, For thy sake we are killed all the day long; we are accounted as sheep for the slaughter. {37} Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us. {38} For I am persuaded, that

(8) neither death,

(9) nor life,

(10) nor angels,

(11) nor principalities,

(12) nor powers,

(13) nor things present,

(14) nor things to come, {39}

(15) Nor height,

(16) nor depth,

(17) nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God, which is in Christ Jesus our Lord."

Conclusion: Embracing the Symbolism of 17

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