Revelation 21:1
And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: καινὸν (kainon), “new”
Basic meaning: new.
KJV translates it as: new
Word root: of uncertain affinity; new (especially in freshness; while G3501 (νέος) is properly so with respect to age
In this verse: θάλασσα (thalassa), “sea”
Basic meaning: sea. Strong’s: the sea (genitive case or specially).
KJV translates it as: sea
Word root: probably prolonged from G251 (ἅλς);
Revelation 21:2
And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: Ἰερουσαλὴμ (Ierousalēm), “Jerusalem”
Basic meaning: Jerusalem. Strong’s: Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine.
KJV translates it as: Jerusalem
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03389);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“New Jerusalem = the Church, not a future city.”
In this verse: καινὴν (kainēn), “new”
Basic meaning: new.
KJV translates it as: new
Word root: of uncertain affinity; new (especially in freshness; while G3501 (νέος) is properly so with respect to age
In this verse: νύμφην (numphēn), “a bride”
Basic meaning: bride. Strong’s: compare Latin "nupto," to marry); a young married woman (as veiled), including a betrothed girl; by implication, a son's wife.
KJV translates it as: bride, daughter in law
Word root: from a primary but obsolete verb (to veil as a bride;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“She is the Bride, the redeemed, descending from heaven because her origin is in Christ ( Heb. 12:22–24 ).”
Revelation 21:3
And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: θρόνου (thronou), “throne”
Basic meaning: throne. Strong’s: a stately seat ("throne"); by implication, power or (concretely) a potentate.
KJV translates it as: seat, throne
Word root: from (to sit);
Text note: this word follows the modern critical text (NA28); the Textus Receptus behind the KJV reads differently here.
In this verse: σκηνὴ (skēnē), “tabernacle”
Basic meaning: tent. Strong’s: a tent or cloth hut (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: habitation, tabernacle
Word root: apparently akin to G4632 (σκεῦος) and G4639 (σκιά);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Ezekiel 37:27 “ My tabernacle also shall be with them: yea, I will be their God, and they shall be my people.” This prophetic verse amplify Revelation 21:3 and points forward to the new covenant relationship established in Jesus.”
In this verse: θεοῦ (theou), “of God”
Basic meaning: God. Strong’s: figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
KJV translates it as: X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward)
Word root: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588 (ὁ)) the supreme Divinity;
Revelation 21:4
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: θεὸς (theos), “God”
Basic meaning: God. Strong’s: figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
KJV translates it as: X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward)
Word root: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588 (ὁ)) the supreme Divinity;
This word is in the Textus Receptus (the Greek text behind the KJV) and the Byzantine text; modern critical editions (NA28) leave it out.
In this verse: θάνατος (thanatos), “death”
Basic meaning: death. Strong’s: (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: X deadly, (be…) death
Word root: from G2348 (θνήσκω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Salvation in Christ delivers us from eternal death ( Romans 6:23 ) and gives us everlasting life ( John 3:16 ). 2 Timothy 1:10 “ ...our Saviour Jesus Christ, who hath abolished death, and hath brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.””
Revelation 21:5
And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: καινὰ (kaina), “new”
Basic meaning: new.
KJV translates it as: new
Word root: of uncertain affinity; new (especially in freshness; while G3501 (νέος) is properly so with respect to age
In this verse: πιστοὶ (pistoi), “faithful”
Basic meaning: faithful. Strong’s: objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful.
KJV translates it as: believe(-ing, -r), faithful(-ly), sure, true
Word root: from G3982 (πείθω);
Revelation 21:6
And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: γέγοναν (gegonan), “It has been done”
Basic meaning: to be. Strong’s: to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.).
KJV translates it as: arise, be assembled, be(-come, -fall, -have self), be brought (to pass), (be) come (to pass), continue, be divided, draw …
Word root: a prolongation and middle voice form of a primary verb;
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads γέγονεν (gegonen) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Atonement Done- Jesus say Drink of Me!”
In this verse: τέλος (telos), “end”
Basic meaning: goal/tax. Strong’s: properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), result (immediate, ultimate or prophetic), purpose); specially, an impost or levy (as paid).
KJV translates it as: + continual, custom, end(-ing), finally, uttermost
Word root: from a primary (to set out for a definite point or goal);
Revelation 21:7
He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: νικῶν (nikōn), “overcoming”
Basic meaning: to conquer. Strong’s: to subdue (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: conquer, overcome, prevail, get the victory
Word root: from G3529 (νίκη);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Spiritually, overcoming means faithful perseverance in Jesus, reflecting the victory He achieved at the cross and resurrection.”
Revelation 21:8
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: δειλοῖς (deilois), “to [the] cowardly”
Basic meaning: timid. Strong’s: timid, i.e. (by implication) faithless.
KJV translates it as: fearful
Word root: from (dread);
In this verse: λίμνῃ (limnē), “lake”
Basic meaning: lake. Strong’s: a pond (large or small).
KJV translates it as: lake
Word root: probably from G3040 (λιμήν) (through the idea of nearness of shore);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 21:8 “ But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable... shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” This is the eternal state of the lost, those who refuse Jesus and cling to sin are eternally judged.”
In this verse: πυρὶ (puri), “with fire”
Basic meaning: fire. Strong’s: "fire" (literally or figuratively, specially, lightning).
KJV translates it as: fiery, fire
Word root: a primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 21:8 “ But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable... shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” This is the eternal state of the lost, those who refuse Jesus and cling to sin are eternally judged.”
In this verse: θάνατος (thanatos), “death”
Basic meaning: death. Strong’s: (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: X deadly, (be…) death
Word root: from G2348 (θνήσκω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 21:8 “ But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable... shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.” This is the eternal state of the lost, those who refuse Jesus and cling to sin are eternally judged.”
Revelation 21:9
And there came unto me one of the seven angels which had the seven vials full of the seven last plagues, and talked with me, saying, Come hither, I will shew thee the bride, the Lamb's wife.
Greek words · 4
In this verse: φιάλας (phialas), “bowls”
Basic meaning: bowl. Strong’s: a broad shallow cup ("phial").
KJV translates it as: vial
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Bowls or Veils (plagues) are the result when the warnings are ignored (judgment revealed).”
In this verse: νύμφην (numphēn), “bride”
Basic meaning: bride. Strong’s: compare Latin "nupto," to marry); a young married woman (as veiled), including a betrothed girl; by implication, a son's wife.
KJV translates it as: bride, daughter in law
Word root: from a primary but obsolete verb (to veil as a bride;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“They purify the way for the true Bride, the New Jerusalem, to be revealed ( Revelation 21 ), and echo the plagues of Egypt, showing deliverance from bondage through the blood of the Lamb.”
In this verse: γυναῖκα (gunaika), “wife”
Basic meaning: woman. Strong’s: a woman; specially, a wife.
KJV translates it as: wife, woman
Word root: probably from the base of G1096 (γίνομαι);
In this verse: ἀρνίου (arniou), “Lamb”
Basic meaning: lamb. Strong’s: a lambkin.
KJV translates it as: lamb
Word root: diminutive from G704 (ἀρήν);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“They purify the way for the true Bride, the New Jerusalem, to be revealed ( Revelation 21 ), and echo the plagues of Egypt, showing deliverance from bondage through the blood of the Lamb.”
Revelation 21:10
And he carried me away in the spirit to a great and high mountain, and shewed me that great city, the holy Jerusalem, descending out of heaven from God,
Greek words · 3
In this verse: πνεύματι (pneumati), “[the] Spirit”
Basic meaning: spirit/breath. Strong’s: a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, mental disposition, etc., or (superhuman) an angel, demon, or (divine) God, Christ's spirit, the Holy Spirit.
KJV translates it as: ghost, life, spirit(-ual, -ually), mind
Word root: from G4154 (πνέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“"Away in the Spirit" Spiritual Revelation of God's Finished Work The phrase “carried me away in the Spirit” is a repeated prophetic experience in Scripture, especially in Revelation (1:10, 4:2, 17:3, 21:10) .”
In this verse: ἁγίαν (hagian), “holy”
Basic meaning: holy. Strong’s: sacred (physically, pure, morally blameless or religious, ceremonially, consecrated).
KJV translates it as: (most) holy (one, thing), saint
Word root: from (an awful thing) (compare G53 (ἁγνός), G2282 (θάλπω));
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Spirit reveals the depths of the cross and God’s eternal plan for us, when Holy Spirit reveal Jesus to us, we become more and more like Him in nature, the seed and spiritual victory is already within us, we must just let Holy Spirit bring it to the front as we submit the old nature to step back.”
In this verse: Ἰερουσαλὴμ (Ierousalēm), “Jerusalem”
Basic meaning: Jerusalem. Strong’s: Hierusalem (i.e. Jerushalem), the capitol of Palestine.
KJV translates it as: Jerusalem
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03389);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“This is how John could see the New Jerusalem, a picture of the redeemed Church, clothed in the righteousness of Jesus, the outcome of the finished work of Jesus is powerful and reformational ( Revelation 19:8, Revelation 21:2 ).”
Revelation 21:11
Having the glory of God: and her light was like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal
Greek words · 2
In this verse: δόξαν (doxan), “glory”
Basic meaning: glory. Strong’s: glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective).
KJV translates it as: dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship
Word root: from the base of G1380 (δοκέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Colossians 1:27 “To whom God would make known what is the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles; which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” The glory is not future, but present, Jesus in us is the living glory.”
In this verse: θεοῦ (theou), “of God”
Basic meaning: God. Strong’s: figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.
KJV translates it as: X exceeding, God, god(-ly, -ward)
Word root: of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588 (ὁ)) the supreme Divinity;
Revelation 21:12
And had a wall great and high, and had twelve gates, and at the gates twelve angels, and names written thereon, which are the names of the twelve tribes of the children of Israel:
Greek words · 3
In this verse: ὑψηλόν (hupsēlon), “high”
Basic meaning: high. Strong’s: lofty (in place or character).
KJV translates it as: high(-er, -ly) (esteemed)
Word root: from G5311 (ὕψος);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Though the wall is high, the gates are open to all nations, if they come through Christ: “ And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it…” Revelation 21:24 “ And they shall bring the glory and honour of the nations into it.””
In this verse: ἐπιγεγραμμένα (epigegrammena), “inscribed”
Basic meaning: to write on. Strong’s: to inscribe (physically or mentally).
KJV translates it as: inscription, write in (over, thereon)
Word root: from G1909 (ἐπί) and G1125 (γράφω);
In this verse: Ἰσραήλ· (Israēl), “of Israel”
Basic meaning: Israel. Strong’s: Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: Israel
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H03478);
Revelation 21:13
On the east three gates; on the north three gates; on the south three gates; and on the west three gates.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: βορρᾶ (borra), “[the] north”
Basic meaning: the north. Strong’s: the north (properly, wind).
KJV translates it as: north
Word root: of uncertain derivation;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The layout of the gates forms a cross, pointing east, west, north, and south.”
In this verse: νότου (notou), “[the] south”
Basic meaning: south. Strong’s: the south(-west) wind; by extension, the southern quarter itself.
KJV translates it as: south (wind)
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The layout of the gates forms a cross, pointing east, west, north, and south.”
Revelation 21:14
And the wall of the city had twelve foundations, and in them the names of the twelve apostles of the Lamb.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: θεμελίους (themelious), “foundations”
Basic meaning: foundation. Strong’s: something put down, i.e. a substruction (of a building, etc.), (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: foundation
Word root: from a derivative of G5087 (τίθημι);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Like layers in a cake or bricks fused in a single wall, these foundations are joined, meaning God's truth and covenant purpose is progressive but united.”
In this verse: ἀρνίου.¶ (arniou), “Lamb”
Basic meaning: lamb. Strong’s: a lambkin.
KJV translates it as: lamb
Word root: diminutive from G704 (ἀρήν);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Revelation 21:14 speaks of the “twelve apostles of the Lamb”, it points us back to the 12 disciples Jesus chose, whose names are foundational in the New Jerusalem.”
Revelation 21:15
And he that talked with me had a golden reed to measure the city, and the gates thereof, and the wall thereof.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: μέτρον (metron), “a measuring”
Basic meaning: measure. Strong’s: a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree).
KJV translates it as: measure
Word root: an apparently primary word;
Text note: this word follows the modern critical text (NA28); the Textus Receptus behind the KJV reads differently here.
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The act of measuring the New Jerusalem (the Bride, the Lamb’s wife) reveals its heavenly order, completeness, and holiness (compare with Ezekiel 40:3–5 , where the measuring of the temple also begins with a man “Jesus the Messiah that would come” with a measuring reed).”
In this verse: κάλαμον (kalamon), “reed”
Basic meaning: reed/stick/pen. Strong’s: a reed (the plant or its stem, or that of a similar plant); by implication, a pen.
KJV translates it as: pen, reed
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The act of measuring the New Jerusalem (the Bride, the Lamb’s wife) reveals its heavenly order, completeness, and holiness (compare with Ezekiel 40:3–5 , where the measuring of the temple also begins with a man “Jesus the Messiah that would come” with a measuring reed).”
Revelation 21:16
"And the city lieth foursquare, and the length is as large as the breadth: and he measured the city with the reed, twelve thousand furlongs. The length and the breadth and the height of it are equal."
Greek words · 4
In this verse: τετράγωνος (tetragōnos), “foursquare”
Basic meaning: square. Strong’s: four-cornered, i.e. square.
KJV translates it as: foursquare
Word root: from G5064 (τέσσαρες) and G1137 (γωνία);
In this verse: μῆκος (mēkos), “length”
Basic meaning: length. Strong’s: length (literally or figuratively) length..
Word root: probably akin to G3173 (μέγας);
In this verse: ὕψος (hupsos), “height”
Basic meaning: height. Strong’s: elevation, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, (specially), the sky, or (figuratively) dignity.
KJV translates it as: be exalted, height, (on) high
Word root: from a derivative of G5228 (ὑπέρ);
In this verse: ἴσα (isa), “equal”
Basic meaning: equal. Strong’s: similar (in amount and kind).
KJV translates it as: + agree, as much, equal, like
Word root: probably from G1492 (εἴδω) (through the idea of seeming);
Revelation 21:17
And he measured the wall thereof, a hundred and forty and four cubits, according to the measure of a man, that is, of the angel.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: πηχῶν (pēchōn), “cubits”
Basic meaning: cubit/hour. Strong’s: the fore-arm, i.e. (as a measure) a cubit.
KJV translates it as: cubit
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ 144 cubits” = symbolic number tied to the 144,000, representing the full, complete spiritual people of God.”
In this verse: μέτρον (metron), “[the] measure”
Basic meaning: measure. Strong’s: a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree).
KJV translates it as: measure
Word root: an apparently primary word;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
““ Which are also the standard of the angel” = the Holy Spirit uses this same measure, Jesus Himself when building the Bride.”
Revelation 21:18
And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: and the city was pure gold, like unto clear glass.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ἐνδώμησις (endōmēsis), “structure”
Basic meaning: material. Strong’s: a housing in (residence), i.e. structure.
KJV translates it as: building
Word root: from a compound of G1722 (ἐν) and a derivative of the base of G1218 (δῆμος);
In this verse: καθαρὸν (katharon), “pure”
Basic meaning: clean. Strong’s: clean (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: clean, clear, pure
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Jesus Bride Pure-Kingly like Him!”
Revelation 21:19
And the foundations of the wall of the city were garnished with all manner of precious stones. The first foundation was jasper; the second, sapphire; the third, a chalcedony; the fourth, an emerald;
Greek words · 3
In this verse: σάπφιρος (sapphiros), “sapphire”
Basic meaning: sapphire. Strong’s: a "sapphire" or lapis-lazuli gem.
KJV translates it as: sapphire
Word root: of Hebrew origin (H05601);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Chalcedony, nestled between sapphire (truth) and emerald (mercy), may represent grace-filled harmony.”
In this verse: χαλκηδών (chalkēdōn), “chalcedony”
Basic meaning: chalcedony. Strong’s: copper-like, i.e. "chalcedony".
KJV translates it as: chalcedony
Word root: from G5475 (χαλκός) and perhaps G1491 (εἶδος);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Chalcedony = peaceful glory, divine blending, or Spirit-crafted beauty The Church, as the New Jerusalem, is built on a foundation of many stones, each showing a facet of Jesus nature or redemptive work.”
In this verse: σμάραγδος (smaragdos), “emerald”
Basic meaning: emerald. Strong’s: the emerald or green gem so called.
KJV translates it as: emerald
Word root: of uncertain derivation;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Chalcedony, nestled between sapphire (truth) and emerald (mercy), may represent grace-filled harmony.”
Revelation 21:20
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.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: σαρδόνυξ (sardonux), “sardonyx”
Basic meaning: sardonyx. Strong’s: hence the "onyx" stone); a "sardonyx", i.e. the gem so called.
KJV translates it as: sardonyx
Word root: from the base of G4556 (σάρδιος) and (the nail of a finger;
In this verse: χρυσόλιθος (chrusolithos), “chrysolite”
Basic meaning: chrysolite. Strong’s: gold-stone, i.e. a yellow gem ("chrysolite").
KJV translates it as: chrysolite
Word root: from G5557 (χρυσός) and G3037 (λίθος);
In this verse: βήρυλλος (bērullos), “beryl”
Basic meaning: beryl. Strong’s: a "beryl".
KJV translates it as: beryl
Word root: of uncertain derivation;
Revelation 21:21
And the twelve gates were twelve pearls: every several gate was of one pearl: and the street of the city was pure gold, as it were transparent glass.
Greek words · 3
In this verse: καθαρὸν (katharon), “pure”
Basic meaning: clean. Strong’s: clean (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: clean, clear, pure
Word root: of uncertain affinity;
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Street of Pure Gold = The path of holiness, built on Jesus righteousness.”
In this verse: ὕαλος (hu'alos), “glass”
Basic meaning: glass. Strong’s: glass.
KJV translates it as: glass
Word root: perhaps from the same as G5205 (ὑετός) (as being transparent like rain);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Transparent glass speaks of purity, truth, and the fact that nothing is hidden, all is open and revealed in Jesus.”
In this verse: διαυγής (diaugēs), “translucent”
Basic meaning: translucent.
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads διαφανής (diaphanēs) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
Revelation 21:22
And I saw no temple therein: for the Lord God Almighty and the Lamb are the temple of it.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: ναὸν (naon), “temple”
Basic meaning: temple. Strong’s: a fane, shrine, temple.
KJV translates it as: shrine, temple
Word root: from a primary (to dwell);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The physical temple is obsolete, Jesus is the final temple!”
In this verse: κύριος (kurios), “the Lord”
Basic meaning: lord. Strong’s: supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title).
KJV translates it as: God, Lord, master, Sir
Word root: from (supremacy);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“Isaiah 60:19–20 , “The sun shall be no more thy light by day… the LORD shall be unto thee an everlasting light, and thy God thy glory.””
Revelation 21:23
And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: δόξα (doxa), “glory”
Basic meaning: glory. Strong’s: glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective).
KJV translates it as: dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship
Word root: from the base of G1380 (δοκέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The natural light of the sun and moon, once symbols of temporal order and reflection, were overshadowed by the eternal glory of the Lamb.”
In this verse: ἀρνίον (arnion), “Lamb”
Basic meaning: lamb. Strong’s: a lambkin.
KJV translates it as: lamb
Word root: diminutive from G704 (ἀρήν);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The natural light of the sun and moon, once symbols of temporal order and reflection, were overshadowed by the eternal glory of the Lamb.”
Revelation 21:24
And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour into it.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: σωζομένων (sōzomenōn), “being saved”
Basic meaning: to save. Strong’s: to save, i.e. deliver or protect (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: heal, preserve, save (self), do well, be (make) whole
Word root: from a primary (contraction for obsolete , "safe");
This word is in the Textus Receptus (the Greek text behind the KJV) and the Byzantine text; modern critical editions (NA28) leave it out.
In this verse: φωτὸς (phōtos), “light”
Basic meaning: light. Strong’s: compare G5316 (φαίνω), G5346 (φημί)); luminousness (in the widest application, natural or artificial, abstract or concrete, literal or figurative).
KJV translates it as: fire, light
Word root: from an obsolete (to shine or make manifest, especially by rays;
Text note: the Textus Receptus (behind the KJV) reads φωτὶ (phōti) here; this card shows the modern critical text (NA28).
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Kings Walk in Jesus- Way and Light and Bring Glory!”
Revelation 21:25
And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day for there shall be no night there.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: κλεισθῶσιν (kleisthōsin), “may be shut”
Basic meaning: to shut. Strong’s: to close (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: shut (up)
Word root: a primary verb;
Revelation 21:26
And they shall bring the glory and honour of the nations into it.
Greek words · 1
In this verse: δόξαν (doxan), “glory”
Basic meaning: glory. Strong’s: glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective).
KJV translates it as: dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship
Word root: from the base of G1380 (δοκέω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The glory and honour of the nations entering into the city is not worldly riches, it’s the redeemed people, made new by the blood of Jesus.”
Revelation 21:27
And there shall in no wise enter into it any thing that defileth, neither whatsoever worketh abomination, or maketh a lie: but they which are written in the Lamb's book of life.
Greek words · 2
In this verse: βιβλίῳ (bibliō), “book”
Basic meaning: scroll. Strong’s: a roll.
KJV translates it as: bill, book, scroll, writing
Word root: a diminutive of G976 (βίβλος);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Book of Life is the record of those who are in Jesus, by grace, not works.”
In this verse: ζωῆς (zōēs), “of life”
Basic meaning: life. Strong’s: life (literally or figuratively).
KJV translates it as: life(-time)
Word root: from G2198 (ζάω);
How the commentary on this verse explains it
“The Book of Life is the record of those who are in Jesus, by grace, not works.”