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ELTBefore Tet ט []


The *ט* (Tet) represents the fulfillment of marriage on earth and can also symbolize doctrine, as the Hebrew word for marriage is also related to teaching. In this context, Christ, as the Bridegroom, teaches His bride, the church. Below are verses that suggest Christ teaches His bride:

Verses Suggesting Christ Teaches His Bride

1. ± Matthew 28:19-20

  • "Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you."*
- Jesus commands His followers to teach others, indicating that He has imparted doctrine to His bride (the church), and they are to pass it on to others.

2. ± John 14:26

  • "But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you."*
- Jesus promises the Holy Spirit, who will continue to teach His followers, guiding them in all truth and reminding them of Christ’s teachings.

3. ± John 15:15

  • "I no longer call you servants, because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you."*
- Jesus teaches His disciples everything He has learned from the Father, signifying that He imparts His doctrine to His bride, the church, in a relational and intimate way.

4. ± Ephesians 4:11-13

  • "So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God..."*
- Christ provides various offices and roles within the church to teach and equip the bride, ensuring she grows in unity and knowledge of Him.

5. ± Colossians 3:16

  • "Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts."*
- Christ's message is taught among believers (the bride), enriching their lives and guiding them in wisdom, illustrating the doctrinal instruction Christ provides.

6. ± Luke 10:39

  • "She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said."*
- Mary sits at Jesus' feet, symbolizing the posture of the bride receiving His teaching. This represents the church’s role in humbling herself to learn from Christ.

7. ± Matthew 11:29

  • "Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls."*
- Jesus invites His followers, His bride, to learn from Him, highlighting His role as the Teacher and the doctrine He imparts to them.

Conclusion

The *ט* (Tet) represents the fulfillment of the marriage on earth, with Christ teaching His bride, the church. These verses emphasize that Christ has imparted His doctrine to His bride, guiding her in truth and instructing her in the ways of God.


There are many verses in Scripture that depict the bride (the church) being taught, sanctified, and guided by Christ. This aligns beautifully with the idea that marriage (ט, tav) symbolizes not only union but also the teaching and shaping of the bride in righteousness and truth. Here are several relevant passages: Christ as the Teacher of the Bride

Ephesians 5:25-27
"Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to himself as a radiant church, without stain or wrinkle or any other blemish, but holy and blameless."
Christ’s love for the bride involves teaching and cleansing her through the Word, preparing her for a perfect union.
John 14:26
"But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you."
The Holy Spirit, given by Christ, continues the process of teaching the bride, guiding her in truth.
Matthew 28:20
"And teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age."
As the bride of Christ, the church is taught to follow His commands, reflecting the ongoing instruction in righteousness.

The Bride’s Sanctification through Doctrine

John 17:17-19
"Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth. As you sent me into the world, I have sent them into the world. For them I sanctify myself, that they too may be truly sanctified."
Jesus prays for the sanctification of His followers (the bride) through God’s Word, highlighting the role of doctrine in their preparation.
Colossians 3:16
"Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts."
The bride is enriched by Christ’s teaching and builds each other up in His doctrine.
Titus 2:11-14
"For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright, and godly lives in this present age, while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good."
Christ’s grace teaches the bride how to live a holy life, preparing her for His return.

Christ’s Role as the Bride’s Shepherd and Teacher

Psalm 23:1-3
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake."
Though an Old Testament passage, it prophetically speaks of Christ as the Shepherd, guiding and teaching His bride.
John 10:14-16
"I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me and I know the Father—and I lay down my life for the sheep. I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also. They too will listen to my voice, and there shall be one flock and one shepherd."
Christ as the Good Shepherd teaches and unites His bride through His voice and Word.

The Bride Learns Directly from Christ

Matthew 11:28-30
"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light."
Christ calls His bride to learn directly from Him, emphasizing the intimate relationship of teacher and student within the marriage.
1 John 2:27
"As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about all things and as that anointing is real, not counterfeit—just as it has taught you, remain in him."
Christ’s Spirit within the bride continually teaches her, ensuring she remains in Him.

These verses demonstrate that Christ not only redeems His bride but also teaches and sanctifies her, preparing her for eternal union with Him. The bride's growth in doctrine is integral to her role and relationship with Christ.