Revelation 12:6 (KJV)

What does Revelation 12:6 mean?

Revelation 12:6 describes a woman fleeing into the wilderness to a place that God has prepared for her, where she will be taken care of for 1,260 days. This verse pictures a time of protection and provision for the woman during a period of danger or trouble.

In the book of Revelation, John is describing a vision, and the "woman" is often understood as a symbol—many readers see her as representing God's people. The wilderness is a place away from society, suggesting isolation but also safety. The specific time—1,260 days—matches other symbolic periods in Revelation and points to a limited but significant span of hardship and divine care.

The Greek behind Revelation 12:6

• "ἔρημον" (erēmon, G2048) means "wilderness" or "desert." In the ancient world, this word often suggested a place of both danger and refuge, away from civilization.
• "ἡτοίμασεν" (hētoimasen, G2090) means "prepared." The Greek here emphasizes that God has actively made ready a safe place for the woman, not just found one.
• "τρέφωσιν" (trephōsin, G5142) means "to feed" or "to nourish." This word shows ongoing care, not just a one-time provision.
• "χίλια διακόσια ἑξήκοντα" (chilia diakosia hexēkonta, G5507, G1250, G1835) means "a thousand two hundred and sixty." This exact number appears elsewhere in Revelation, often linked to times of trial or persecution.

Why Revelation 12:6 matters

• Revelation 12:6 clarifies that God’s protection is not accidental but intentional and prepared in advance, highlighting God’s care during times of trouble.
• The verse connects to a larger pattern in Revelation, where periods of 1,260 days (or 42 months, or "time, times, and half a time") signal a set, limited time of hardship for God’s people.
• This verse helps readers see that even in times of isolation or danger, the narrative emphasizes God’s ongoing provision and faithfulness.