They prophesy for a period of 1,260 days. Their testimony to Jesus’ deeds and words amounts to prophecy, that is, a heaven-sent message to persons on earth struggling with the effects of the fall into sin. Jesus’ ministry, his death and resurrection and ascension, provide God’s answer to man’s misery. People ought to embrace this heavenly message eagerly.
3 And I will grant authority to my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth.”