Revelation 7:6

Of the tribe of Aser were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Nepthalim were sealed twelve thousand. Of the tribe of Manasses were sealed twelve thousand.

Cross-reference

Genesis 48:5 Historical context

Genesis 48:5 shows Jacob adopting Manasseh as a tribe — explains why Manasseh appears here instead of Joseph.

Genesis 48:19 Historical context

Genesis 48:19 prophesies Manasseh becoming a great people — background for the tribe's inclusion.

Luke 2:36 Parallel

Luke 2:36 identifies Anna from Asher — a NT example of that tribe, confirming its continuity.