Note 4 at Lk. 22:30: This same statement was made in Matthew 19:28 without any further explanation. There may be a future, literal fulfillment of this or it could also be symbolism. In Matthew 19:28, Jesus specifically mentions there being twelve thrones from which His disciples would judge the twelve tribes of Israel. Since Judas didn't follow Him in the regeneration (Mt. 19:28), there must be some degree of interpretation necessary.