1. I was given a long stick that looked like a measuring rod. I was told, "Go and measure the temple of God and the altar. Count the worshipers who are there.
2. But do not measure the outer courtyard. It has been given to those who aren't Jews. They will overrun the holy city for 42 months.
3. "I will give power to my two witnesses. They will prophesy for 1,260 days. They will be dressed in black clothes to show how sad they are."