Prophecy in
Make a replica of a poisonous snake and attach it to a pole. All who are bitten will live if they simply look at it!
Context
The Israelites spoke against God and Moses, leading to God sending venomous snakes among them. After the people repented, God instructed Moses to make a bronze serpent as a means of healing.
Fulfillment
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Fulfilled inJohn 3:14-15
Jesus refers to this event as a foreshadowing of His crucifixion, where He would be 'lifted up' so that everyone who believes in Him may have eternal life.
Theological significance
This prophecy and its fulfillment illustrate the concept of salvation through faith. Just as the Israelites were healed by looking at the bronze serpent, believers are saved by looking to Christ in faith.
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