The year 1878 has been considered significant in Bible Student reckoning. It marked the end of the Jewish double or mishneh of 1845 years. The first half of favor began with the death of Jacob and blessing of the 12 tribes of Israel and extended to our Lord’s death in 33 AD. The second half of disfavor commenced with Jesus’ death and extends to the year 1878. Incidentally, this second half of the double also commenced with the death of the founder of the age and identifying of spiritual Israel.