Israel's 77th Year Revealed in Bible End Times Prophecy!
- Brandon Dawson
- May 1
- 10 min read
In this article and video message, I will explain:
Why May 14th was chosen- and why that date is more than just a historical moment.
The Prophetic reason the surrounding nations were restored first- what does that say about where we are now on the prophetic timeline?
Why Israel's Independence Day Shifts on the Jewish Calendar —and How That Ties into God's Appointed Times.
The significance of the number 77, rooted in Genesis 41:32, and its connection to Israel's 70th anniversary in 2018, marking a pivotal moment in modern prophetic history.
And what's coming next, including renewed attention on Gaza, and what's an ongoing movement toward rebuilding the Third Temple in Jerusalem.
Most people are familiar with the prophetic significance of Israel’s rebirth in 1948. It’s one of modern history's clearest and most widely recognized fulfillments of biblical prophecy.
But what many don’t realize is that Israel wasn’t the only nation prophesied to return. The Bible foretells that several surrounding nations, many of whom are now Israel’s greatest adversaries, would be re-established first.
In Ezekiel 16, the Lord makes a surprising statement: that the “daughters of Sodom”—a reference to spiritually corrupt nations—would be restored before Jerusalem. And that’s precisely what happened. Nations like Jordan, Iraq, Syria, and Lebanon were revived before Israel’s independence. Ever since, they have been part of the same conflict that has been building toward a larger prophetic fulfillment.
As we approach Israel’s 77th Independence Day, we need to take a step back and ask: What does this number signify? Why does it matter now?
Jesus told us to watch for the fig tree—representing Israel—and all the trees—representing the other nations. When they begin to rise and bear fruit, He said we would know that the kingdom of God is near (Luke 21:29-31). He also said that the last days would be like the days of Sodom and Gomorrah—and once again, we are seeing those same spiritual conditions return.
But there’s another layer to all this—often missed. The prophetic rebuilding of the Third Jewish Temple is directly tied to Israel's rebirth. Before the Temple could ever be rebuilt, there first had to be a nation, a government, a people, and control of Jerusalem again. Without 1948, there would be no pathway forward for the Temple.
Isaiah 2, Micah 4, and Ezekiel 40–48 all describe the Temple in the last days as a real, physical structure in Jerusalem.
Daniel 9:27 and 2 Thessalonians 2 clarify that the Antichrist will stand in the Temple, confirming its presence in the final tribulation period.
So the moment Israel became a nation again in 1948, the prophetic countdown to the Temple—and the events surrounding it—began ticking. And we are now closer than ever.
In this message, we’ll go deeper into:
Why May 14th was chosen—and why that date is more than a historical moment.
The prophetic reason the surrounding nations were restored first is what that says about where we are now.
Why Israel’s Independence Day shifts on the Jewish calendar—and how that ties into God’s appointed times.
The significance of the number 77, rooted in Genesis 41:32, and its connection to Israel’s 70th anniversary in 2018, marking a pivotal moment in modern prophetic history.
The sequence of events that followed: the division of land, plague, civil unrest, and global war, and how it all aligns with Joel 3 and the prophets' warnings.
And what’s coming next, including renewed attention on Gaza, and the ongoing movement toward rebuilding the Third Temple in Jerusalem.
None of this is random. It’s precise, unfolding, and pointing directly to where we are on God’s prophetic timeline.
Why May 14th Was Chosen—And Why It’s More Than Just a Historical Moment
When people talk about the rebirth of Israel, they often focus on the year 1948, and for good reason. However, what is rarely discussed is the exact date—May 14th—and why it matters.
Israel declared independence on May 14, 1948, just hours before the British Mandate officially ended. From a political standpoint, it made sense—they needed to fill the power vacuum left by the British withdrawal. But from a prophetic standpoint, the timing runs a lot deeper than strategy or convenience.
Let me explain.
The British had ruled the land of Palestine for nearly three decades, ever since the Ottoman Empire collapsed after World War I. The land was under Gentile control, and by 1947, tensions between Jews and Arabs had reached a boiling point. The United Nations came up with a partition plan to divide the land, which the Jews accepted, but the Arab world rejected it outright.
So Britain announced it was done. They were pulling out on May 15th. That gave the Jewish leaders a narrow window of time. If they wanted to act, it had to be before the British left, and it had to be done quickly.
So on May 14th, before sunset and the Sabbath began, David Ben-Gurion declared. The timing wasn’t random. It was a fulfillment of prophecy—specifically Isaiah 66:8, which says:
“Can a nation be born in a day?”
That’s precisely what happened. In one single day, after nearly 2,000 years of exile, the nation of Israel came back into existence.
But here’s where it gets even more interesting.
The Month of Iyyar on the Hebrew Calendar
On the Hebrew calendar, May 14th, 1948, fell on the 5th day of Iyyar. Now Iyyar is not one of the major feast months like Nisan or Tishrei, but it carries some powerful prophetic significance.
If you go back through the Torah, you’ll find that several key things happened in the month of Iyyar:
1. After the Exodus, God first revealed Himself as Yahweh Rapha—the Lord who heals you—in Iyyar. That happened in the wilderness at Marah, right after the bitter waters were made sweet.
2. In Iyyar, the Israelites first received manna from heaven—a sign of God’s provision when they had nothing left.
3. And it was in Iyyar that Solomon began construction on the First Temple in Jerusalem.
So when Israel was reborn on 5 Iyyar, those events weren’t just parallels—they were prophetic patterns. God was showing us something:
A new beginning for Israel,
A time of healing after the Holocaust,
A season of supernatural provision and survival,
And the foundation being laid for something greater that’s still coming—the rebuilding of the Temple.
Why the End of the British Mandate Mattered
When the British pulled out, it wasn’t just a change in politics—it was a prophetic moment. For the first time in centuries, the land of Israel was no longer under foreign Gentile control. That’s huge.
Jesus talked about this in Luke 21:24, when He said:
“Jerusalem will be trampled on by the Gentiles until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled.”
That statement isn’t just about the city of Jerusalem—it’s about control, about sovereignty. And what happened in 1948 was the beginning of that shift.
It marked the moment when God began turning the page, from the Gentile-dominated age we’ve been living in to His covenant with Israel. That’s the prophetic weight behind May 14th.
Why Did God Raise the Other Nations First?
Why does God do this? Why did He raise the other nations before Israel?
It’s simple and straightforward.
In Ezekiel 16, God declares that Israel was guilty of idolatry and prostitution. She abandoned her covenant with Him and ran after the nations, copying their ways, forming alliances, and worshiping their gods. So in return, as a statement of judgment, testimony, and conviction, God tells Israel that He would raise those very nations first—and that Israel would witness it, and be ashamed because of how far she had fallen. This wasn’t to exalt the nations but to confront Israel with her sin and provoke her to repentance.
And that’s precisely what happened.
Iraq—which historically is Babylon and Assyria, rooted in Nimrod, the great-grandson of Noah—was re-established in 1932. It became the first to rise.
That same year, Saudi Arabia was unified under the House of Saud. This nation traces back to Ishmael, Abraham’s son through Hagar, and Esau, Jacob's brother, both of whom were cut off from the covenant and became adversaries of Israel.
Lebanon became independent in 1943. It descends from Canaan, through ancient cities like Tyre and
Sidon, which were known for their pride, idolatry, and corruption, condemned in the prophets for leading Israel astray.
Syria, recognized in 1946, returns to Aram, a son of Shem, whose descendants formed the kingdom of Damascus, one of Israel’s oldest and most consistent enemies.
Jordan, originally called Transjordan and also established in 1946, covers the ancient territory of Ammon and Moab—nations birthed through Lot’s daughters, who constantly opposed Israel and fought over land that was never theirs.
All of these nations were restored before Israel, just as God said. And it wasn’t just for historical alignment—it had a prophetic purpose.
In Deuteronomy 32:21, God said, “They made Me jealous by what is no god… so I will make them envious by those who are not a people.” Then in Romans 11:11, Paul writes, “Because of their transgression, salvation has come to the Gentiles to make Israel jealous.” This is what we’re seeing—God using the rise of these nations to provoke Israel, to wake her up, and to lead her back to Him.
But it’s not only about Israel. It’s about the sovereignty of God over all nations. He’s not just the God of Israel. He’s the God of the Gentiles, too. He raises whoever He wills—for judgment, for mercy, for revelation.
Jesus said in Luke 21:29-31: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees… when they sprout leaves, you know that summer is near.” The fig tree represents Israel. But Jesus said to watch all the trees, meaning all the nations. When they rise together and begin to show signs of life, it means the season has changed. The kingdom is near."
And this plays a much bigger role in the prophetic timeline.
These nations—or their modern-day allies—will gather against Israel in the final battle we read about in Ezekiel 38 and 39: the Gog and Magog war. This war is not about politics—it’s about revelation. God says, “I will show My greatness and My holiness, and I will make Myself known in the eyes of many nations.” (Ezekiel 38:23)
This war leads to a moment when the world—and Israel—realizes God intervened. When that happens, Israel begins to return to Him, not just nationally but spiritually.
In Joel 2, God says, “Return to Me with all your heart… I will pour out My Spirit… and everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
That’s what’s coming—a time of national awakening, spiritual repentance, and the beginning of proper restoration.
And from that moment of return, the desire to rebuild the Temple will naturally follow—not as a political move, but as a sign of restored worship and identity.
So again, why did God raise the other nations first?
To expose Israel’s sin.To confront her with what she had become.To provoke her to return.To prepare the world for what comes next.To reveal that He is not just the God of Israel but also the God of all nations.
And now, that revelation is about to unfold in full.
Why Israel’s Independence Day Shifts, and What It Reveals About God’s Timing
Now, you may have noticed that every year, Israel’s Independence Day seems to fall on a different date. And you may wonder why that is.
The reason is simple: it’s because Israel doesn’t base its national calendar on the Gregorian system like most of the world. Instead, it follows the Hebrew calendar, the same calendar that determines the biblical feast days and appointed times—what God refers to as His moedim.
That’s important because it reminds us that God doesn’t operate on man’s schedule—He serves on His own. He’s never followed the timeline of the nations. He has always moved according to His prophetic clock, and Israel’s restoration is no exception.
As we mentioned earlier, Israel declared statehood on the 5th of Iyyar in the year 5708, which coincided with May 14, 1948. However, on the Hebrew calendar, that date shifts year by year, depending on how it aligns with the biblical feasts and Sabbaths.
And the month of Iyyar is no accident either. It’s the same month God first revealed Himself as Yahweh-Rapha—the Lord who heals. It’s the month He gave manna from heaven, beginning Israel’s dependence on His supernatural provision. And it’s the month when Solomon started building the First Temple.
So Israel’s rebirth in this month isn’t just symbolic—it’s prophetic. It represents healing after judgment, provision after exile, and laying the foundation for what’s yet to come.
What began in 1948 wasn’t just about reclaiming land. It marked the start of a new prophetic cycle that moves us closer to fulfilling everything God has spoken.
Just like Passover marked deliverance, and Pentecost marked outpouring, the rebirth of Israel in Iyyar points to restoration—a countdown toward the return of the Messiah, the rebuilding of the Temple, and the final gathering of His people.
Israel’s calendar isn’t shifting by mistake.It’s moving in sync with the calendar of heaven.
And that calendar is accelerating.
What 77 Means Right Now
This year marks 77 years since Israel became a nation again in 1948. But this isn’t just another anniversary. It’s directly tied to Israel’s 70th anniversary, which happened in 2018, and what’s happened since then makes that connection important.
In 2018, a few big things happened:The U.S. moved its embassy to Jerusalem, officially recognizing it as Israel’s capital. That same year, Trump introduced his peace plan, which included proposals to divide the land, which God clearly warns against in Joel 3:1-2. And right after that, the world changed—COVID hit, the economy crashed, we saw famine warnings, civil unrest, and now global war. Those weren’t random. They were judgments—what many recognize as the Four Horsemen of Revelation, showing up in real time.
Now, we’re at year 77, which biblically is a big deal.Seven is the number of completion and God’s timing. When it’s repeated—77—it means something is confirmed, and it’s about to happen. Genesis 41:32 says that when God repeats something, it’s because He’s established it and will bring it to pass quickly.
This also connects to Daniel’s prophecy. In Daniel 9:24, he was told “seventy sevens” are decreed for Israel, pointing to a final seven-year period that still hasn’t happened. While Daniel says “seventy sevens,” it sounds like 77, and I believe this is no accident. God is pointing us to the final stretch.
Right now, Trump is back in the headlines again with another Gaza plan—a push to take control of Gaza, rebuild it, and present it as a solution to the chaos. But just like in 2020, dividing the land brings consequences. The same judgment that followed the first proposal will return, only stronger. I believe this time will push the world into the Gog and Magog war, where God steps in directly. Not just to protect Israel, but to reveal Himself to the nations.
And that’s when things shift.God uses that war to break the surrounding opposition and open the door for Israel to return to Him. After that, we’ll see a revival, a move of God’s Spirit, and the path cleared for the rebuilding of the Third Temple. That’s what this is all leading to. Once the Temple is restored, the stage will be fully set for the rise of the Antichrist and the final 7-year tribulation.
So what does 77 mean? It’s not just about timing. It’s a confirmation. God is telling us: It’s time. The next phase is here.
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