NUMBER NINE

(Message by Tanny Keng)

0. Introduction

a) Nine is a most remarkable number in many respects. It is held in great reverence by all who study the occult sciences; and in mathematical science it possesses properties and powers which are found in no other numeral. It is the last of the digits, and thus marks the end; and is significant of the conclusion of a matter.

b) It is akin to the number six, six being the sum of its factors (3 x 3=9, and 3+3=6), and is thus significant of the end of man, and the summation of all man's works. Nine is, therefore, representative of finality or judgment.

c) In the Bible the number 9 is used 49 times and pictures finality or divine completeness from the Lord. Jesus died at the 9th hour, the completion of His physical life. His death was the beginning of the finishing of sin and Satan. As 8 symbolizes the receiving of God's Spirit and a circumcision of the heart, the significance of 9 is that it signifies the fruit of the Spirit. There are 9 fruits of the Spirit found in Galatians 5:22-23:

i) Love

ii) Joy

iii) Peace

iv) Longsuffering

v) Kindness

vi) Goodness

vii) Faithfulness

viii) Gentleness

ix) Self-control

The End ...