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Foundations of Glory
The twelve precious stones are not just a random list of beautiful gems. Commentators explain they symbolize the immense glory, holiness, and perfection of God's eternal city. Their variety points to the diverse excellences of Christ, the richness of the gospel, and the many graces of the Holy Spirit. Some scholars connect them to the twelve tribes of Israel, showing the continuity of God's people.
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Albert Barnes
On Revelation 21:20
18th Century
Theologian
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Sardonyx. This word does not occur elsewhere in the New Testament. The name is derived from Sardis, a city in…
AT Robertson
On Revelation 21:20
Sardonyx (σαρδονυξ), here only in N.T., white with layers of red, from sardion (red carnelian) and onyx (white); for sardius (σαρδιον) see 4:3; chr…
Charles Spurgeon
On Revelation 21:9–22
19th Century
Preacher
And there came to me one of the seven angels which had the seven vials full of the seven last plagues, and talked with me, saying, Come here, I…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On Revelation 21:20
The angel measures the city with a golden measuring rod (). The act of measuring signifies securing something for blessing. Ezekiel’s elaborate des…
John Gill
On Revelation 21:20
17th Century
Pastor
The fifth, sardonyx
Which is partly of the sardian, and partly of the onyx stone, which resembles a man's nail, from…
Matthew Henry
On Revelation 21:9–21
17th Century
Minister
God has various employments for his holy angels. Sometimes they sound the trumpet of Divine Providence and warn a careless world; sometimes they re…