Revelation 21:20 Meaning and Explanation
“The fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, sardius; the seventh, chrysolyte; the eighth, beryl; the ninth, a topaz; the tenth, a chrysoprasus; the eleventh, a jacinth; the twelfth, an amethyst.”
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Read Full Chapter →The list of jeweled foundations continues through all twelve, ending with sardonyx, sardius, and on to the amethyst.
What Does Revelation 21:20 Mean?
The catalog of precious stones completes its course through all twelve foundations: sardonyx, sardius, chrysolyte, beryl, topaz, chrysoprasus, jacinth, and amethyst. Together with the four already named, the full set of twelve gems is gathered, one for each foundation and each apostle.
The sheer abundance of color and brilliance overwhelms the imagination, which is the point. No expense is spared, no beauty withheld, in the city God prepares. The whole spectrum of light gleams from its foundations. For the reader, this profusion of jewels is a wordless promise: the glory God has stored up for His people surpasses anything earthly wealth can picture. The eye that beholds this city sees beauty layered upon beauty, all of it the gift and handiwork of God.
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What does Revelation 21:20 mean?
The list of jeweled foundations continues through all twelve, ending with sardonyx, sardius, and on to the amethyst.