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Truly I say to you
"I tell you the truth." This phrase adds emphasis to what Jesus says next.
in the new age
Alternate translation: "at the time when God makes all things new"
the Son of Man
Jesus is speaking about himself.
sits on his glorious throne
Alternate translation: "sits as king on his glorious throne" or "rules gloriously as king"
sit upon twelve thrones
Alternate translation: "sit as kings on 12 thrones"
the twelve tribes of Israel
Alternate translation: "the people of the 12 tribes of Israel"