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In the Bible, numbers can represent a higher, more divine power. The number 111 is an excellent example of this. While this number may not show up as much as more common digits (such as 1 or 3), its repetitive digits make its appearance even more significant, indicating God’s unity, authority, and wisdom. In this article, we’ll teach you everything there is to know about 111’s Biblical and spiritual meaning, from its importance in Psalms to how it gave the prophet Nathan agency.
Things You Should Know
- The number 111 is spiritually significant because it represents God’s unity, authority, and revelations.
- The number 111 appears the most in Psalms, as it’s the only book in the Bible with 111 chapters.
- If you see the number 111, pray. God may be trying to reveal or relay an important message.
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111 Biblical Meaning
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In the Bible, 111 represents unity, authority, and revelation. This number is spiritually significant because it has triple repetition, meaning it’s one number repeated three times. The number 1 is a symbol of unity between God and the community. The repetition of 1 signifies a higher power or authority (specifically God’s). Because of this, the number 111 symbolizes the Lord’s divine power and wisdom.
- With this context, 111 is sometimes used to express the Holy Trinity: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. [1] X Research source
- “Oneness” is often used to describe God, as He is the one and only Almighty; therefore, the number 1 emphasizes the connection between you and God. [2] X Research source
Appearance of the Number 111 in the Bible
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1Psalm 111 reveals how you can gain wisdom. The 111 book of Psalms describes God’s almighty power while also disclosing how someone can earn wisdom in the eye of the Lord:
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2Prophet Nathan warns Solomon’s mother in 1 Kings 1:11. When King David was dying, his son Adonijah tried to steal the throne from Solomon. A prophet named Nathan attempts to encourage Bathsheba (Solomon’s mother) to take action, emphasizing the authority of the number 111: [5] X Research source
- “Then Nathan asked Bathsheba, Solomon’s mother, ‘Have you not heard that Adonijah, the son of Haggith, has become king, and our Lord David knows nothing about it?’” (1 Kings 1:11) [6] X Research source
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3Psalm is the only book in the Bible with 111 chapters. The book of Psalms emphasizes worship and encourages readers to praise the Lord. [7] X Research source Psalm 111 even opens with the verse, “Praise the Lord. I will extol the Lord with all my heart in the council of the upright and in the assembly” (Psalm 111:1). [8] X Research source
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4“Absalom” is written 111 times in the original Old Testament. In Hebrew, the name “Absalom” means “father of peace.” [9] X Research source This being originally written 111 times emphasizes God’s connection with the community and unifying nature.
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5“Father” is written 111 times in the book of John. The term “father” is often used in the Bible to refer to God (who is also referred to as God the Father). This signifies that the number 111 refers to God’s almighty power and authority.
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6In Revelation 1:11, Christ explains the authority of the church. The Holy authority is shown when Jesus describes to the Apostle John how the church will be separated and led:
- “On the Lord’s Day I was in the Spirit, and I heard behind me a loud voice like a trumpet, which said: ‘Write on a scroll what you see and send it to the seven churches: to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia and Laodicea” (Revelation 111:10-11). [10] X Research source
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7The number 1 is repeated in the Biblical Hebrew calendar. Some believe the number 111 is spiritually significant because it’s used repeatedly throughout the Hebrew calendar. For instance:
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8There were 111 soldiers present for Jesus’ crucifixion. Many speculate the exact number of soldiers that were present on this day, with speculations ranging all the way to 1,300 men. [13] X Research source However, some believe the number is more significant and that there were 100 soldiers, 10 knights, and 1 commander.
Why are you seeing the number 111?
What to Do When You See 111
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1Pray. If you keep seeing the number 111, take it as a divine sign to speak to the Lord. Open your mind and heart to His wisdom by saying a prayer . Ask for understanding or clarity to see His path for you. [14] X Research source
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3Read the Bible. The number 111 could be a sign from above to deepen your spiritual practice. Seek guidance within scripture and notice any references to 1 or 111—the Lord may be calling you to these verses.
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4Ask for help. At the end of the day, 111 is a number of revelation. Showing you this number could be God’s way of saying, “Seek guidance.” Talk to loved ones or trusted spiritual leaders about seeing 111. They may be able to help you understand God’s message.
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- ↑ https://www.1260-1290-days-bible-prophecy.org/111-222-333-444-555-666-777-888-999.htm
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