Bible Facts Library / Structure & Numbers
Thematic Collection

Bible Structure & Numbers

Discover how Scripture counts, orders, and organizes itself, from the structural extremes of the text to the rich symbolism of sacred numerals.

Cornerstone Guide

Numbers in the Bible: Symbolism and Meaning

Discover the rich spiritual significance behind the most common numerals in Scripture, from the perfection of seven to the testing of forty.

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Section 1

Structural Extremes & Firsts
First verse in the Bible (Genesis 1:1) Last verse in the Bible (Revelation 22:21) Longest chapter in the Bible (Psalm 119) Shortest chapter in the Bible (Psalm 117) Longest verse in the Bible (Esther 8:9) Shortest verse in the Bible (John 11:35) Longest book in the Bible Shortest book in the Bible Middle verse in the Bible (Psalm 118:8) Middle chapter in the Bible Longest word in the Bible The last word of the Bible
Section 2

Biblical Counts (How Many?)
How many Psalms are in the Bible? How many words of Jesus are in the Bible? How many times does "Selah" appear? How many questions are in the Bible? How many commands are in the Bible? How many promises are in the Bible? How many prophecies are in the Bible? How many genealogies are in the Bible? How many laws are in the Bible? How many proverbs are in the Bible? How many parables are in the Bible?
Section 3

Biblical Organization & Translations
FAQ About the Bible Which Bible Translation is Best for You? Which Books Are in the Old Testament? What Are the Gospels in the Bible?
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Section 4

Groups & Lists
Major Events in the Life of Jesus Miracles of Jesus in Order Genealogies in the Bible: From Adam to Jesus The Genealogy of Jesus Explained Who Are the Twelve Tribes of Israel? The Major Prophets Who Were the Minor Prophets? Roman Governors in the New Testament 12 Kinds of Fasting in the Bible
Section 5

The Meaning of Specific Numbers
3
The number 3 in the Bible
5
The number 5 in the Bible
7
The number 7 in the Bible
8
The number 8 in the Bible
10
The number 10 in the Bible
12
The number 12 in the Bible
30
The number 30 in the Bible (Judas's coins)
40
The number 40 in the Bible
50
The number 50 in the Bible (Pentecost)
70
The number 70 in the Bible
153
The number 153 in John 21
666
The number 666 in the Bible
1k
The number 1000 in the Bible
144k
The number 144,000 in Revelation
What is the most important number in the Bible? What is the least common group number in the Bible? What is the highest number in the Bible? What is the lowest number in the Bible? What numbers are considered sacred in the Bible? What numbers are considered cursed in the Bible? What is the most mysterious number in the Bible?
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