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the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory. <a href="/blb/revelation/21.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth bring their glory into it. <a href="/kjv/revelation/21.htm">King James Bible</a> 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. <a href="/nkjv/revelation/21.htm">New King James Version</a> And the nations of those who are saved shall walk in its light, and the kings of the earth bring their glory and honor into it. <a href="/nasb_/revelation/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> The nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/nasb/revelation/21.htm">NASB 1995</a> The nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/nasb77/revelation/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And the nations shall walk by its light, and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory into it. <a href="/lsb/revelation/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And the nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/amp/revelation/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a> The nations [the redeemed people from the earth] will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring into it their glory. <a href="/csb/revelation/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/hcsb/revelation/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The nations will walk in its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/asv/revelation/21.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the nations shall walk amidst the light thereof: and the kings of the earth bring their glory into it. <a href="/cev/revelation/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> Nations will walk by the light of that city, and kings will bring their riches there. <a href="/erv/revelation/21.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the nations shall walk amidst the light thereof: and the kings of the earth do bring their glory into it. <a href="/gwt/revelation/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> The nations will walk in its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/gnt/revelation/21.htm">Good News Translation</a> The peoples of the world will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their wealth into it. <a href="/isv/revelation/21.htm">International Standard Version</a> The nations will walk in its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/net/revelation/21.htm">NET Bible</a> The nations will walk by its light and the kings of the earth will bring their grandeur into it. <a href="/nheb/revelation/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The nations will walk in its light. The kings of the earth bring their splendor into it. <a href="/wbt/revelation/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the nations of them who are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth bring their glory and honor into it. <a href="/wey/revelation/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The nations will live their lives by its light; and the kings of the earth are to bring their glory into it.<div class="vheading2">Majority Text Translations</div><a href="/msb/revelation/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> By its light the nations will walk, and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory and the honor of the nations. <a href="/web/revelation/21.htm">World English Bible</a> The nations will walk in its light. The kings of the earth bring the glory and honor of the nations into it. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and the nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth bring their glory and honor into it, <a href="/blb/revelation/21.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth bring their glory into it. <a href="/ylt/revelation/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and the nations of the saved in its light shall walk, and the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour into it, <a href="/slt/revelation/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the nations of the saved shall walk about in her light: and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory and honour into her.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the nations shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory and honour into it. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the nations shall walk by its light. And the kings of the earth shall bring their glory and honor into it. <a href="/nabre/revelation/21.htm">New American Bible</a> The nations will walk by its light, and to it the kings of the earth will bring their treasure. <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The nations will walk by its light, and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And the people who have been saved shall walk by that very light: and the kings of the earth shall bring their own glory and the honor of the people into it. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/21.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> And the nations walk in its light and the Kings of The Earth bring glory to it.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/21.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And the nations shall walk by the light of it; and the kings of the earth bring their glory and their honor into it. <a href="/godbey/revelation/21.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> and the nations will walk about through its light: and the kings of the earth will bring their glory into it. <a href="/haweis/revelation/21.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> And the nations of those that are saved shall walk about in the light thereof; and the kings of the earth shall bring their glory and their honour into it; <a href="/mace/revelation/21.htm">Mace New Testament</a> the nations shall walk by its light, and the kings of the earth bring all their glory and magnificence into it. <a href="/wey/revelation/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The nations will live their lives by its light; and the kings of the earth are to bring their glory into it. <a href="/worrell/revelation/21.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And the nations will walk by its light; and the kings of the earth bring their glory into it. <a href="/worsley/revelation/21.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And the nations of those that are saved shall walk in the light of it: and the kings of the earth bring their glory and their honor into it. <a href="/parallel/revelation/21-24.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LJfD7KQcx0I?start=4660" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/revelation/21.htm">The New Jerusalem</a> …23And the city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, because the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp. 24<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></a> <a href="/greek/1223.htm" title="1223: dia (Prep) -- A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through.">By</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēs (PPro-GF3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">its</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5457.htm" title="5457: phōtos (N-GNS) -- Light, a source of light, radiance. From an obsolete phao; luminousness.">light</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: ta (Art-NNP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1484.htm" title="1484: ethnē (N-NNP) -- Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one.">nations</a> <a href="/greek/4043.htm" title="4043: peripatēsousin (V-FIA-3P) -- From peri and pateo; to tread all around, i.e. Walk at large; figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow.">will walk,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1519.htm" title="1519: eis (Prep) -- A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.">into</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autēn (PPro-AF3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">it</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hoi (Art-NMP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/935.htm" title="935: basileis (N-NMP) -- A king, ruler, but in some passages clearly to be translated: emperor. Probably from basis; a sovereign.">kings</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēs (Art-GFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">of the</a> <a href="/greek/1093.htm" title="1093: gēs (N-GFS) -- Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe.">earth</a> <a href="/greek/5342.htm" title="5342: pherousin (V-PIA-3P) -- To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb.">will bring</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autōn (PPro-GM3P) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">their</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1391.htm" title="1391: doxan (N-AFS) -- From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application.">glory.</a> 25Its gates will never be shut at the end of the day, because there will be no night there.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3</a> Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. <a href="/isaiah/60-5.htm">Isaiah 60:5</a> Then you will look and be radiant, and your heart will tremble and swell with joy, because the riches of the sea will be brought to you, and the wealth of the nations will come to you. <a href="/isaiah/60-11.htm">Isaiah 60:11</a> Your gates will always stand open; they will never be shut, day or night, so that the wealth of the nations may be brought into you, with their kings being led in procession. <a href="/isaiah/60-16.htm">Isaiah 60:16</a> You will drink the milk of nations and nurse at the breasts of royalty; you will know that I, the LORD, am your Savior and your Redeemer, the Mighty One of Jacob. <a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-3</a> In the last days the mountain of the house of the LORD will be established as the chief of the mountains; it will be raised above the hills, and all nations will stream to it. / And many peoples will come and say: “Come, let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, to the house of the God of Jacob. He will teach us His ways so that we may walk in His paths.” For the law will go forth from Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. <a href="/zechariah/14-16.htm">Zechariah 14:16</a> Then all the survivors from the nations that came against Jerusalem will go up year after year to worship the King, the LORD of Hosts, and to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles. <a href="/psalms/72-10.htm">Psalm 72:10-11</a> May the kings of Tarshish and distant shores bring tribute; may the kings of Sheba and Seba offer gifts. / May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. <a href="/psalms/86-9.htm">Psalm 86:9</a> All the nations You have made will come and bow before You, O Lord, and they will glorify Your name. <a href="/isaiah/49-6.htm">Isaiah 49:6</a> He says: “It is not enough for You to be My Servant, to raise up the tribes of Jacob, and to restore the protected ones of Israel. I will also make You a light for the nations, to bring My salvation to the ends of the earth.” <a href="/isaiah/66-12.htm">Isaiah 66:12</a> For this is what the LORD says: “I will extend peace to her like a river, and the wealth of nations like a flowing stream; you will nurse and be carried on her arm, and bounced upon her knees. <a href="/isaiah/66-18.htm">Isaiah 66:18</a> “And I, knowing their deeds and thoughts, am coming to gather all nations and tongues, and they will come and see My glory. <a href="/matthew/2-1.htm">Matthew 2:1-2</a> After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, / asking, “Where is the One who has been born King of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him.” <a href="/matthew/8-11.htm">Matthew 8:11</a> I say to you that many will come from the east and the west to share the banquet with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. <a href="/luke/2-32.htm">Luke 2:32</a> a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and for glory to Your people Israel.” <a href="/john/12-20.htm">John 12:20-21</a> Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the feast. / They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and requested of him, “Sir, we want to see Jesus.”</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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 honor into it.the nations.<a href="/revelation/22-2.htm">Revelation 22:2</a> In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.<a href="/deuteronomy/32-43.htm">Deuteronomy 32:43</a> Rejoice, O ye nations, with his people: for he will avenge the blood of his servants, and will render vengeance to his adversaries, and will be merciful unto his land, and to his people.<a href="/psalms/22-27.htm">Psalm 22:27</a> All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee.walk.<a href="/isaiah/2-5.htm">Isaiah 2:5</a> O house of Jacob, come ye, and let us walk in the light of the LORD.the kings.<a href="/psalms/72-10.htm">Psalm 72:10,11</a> The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall bring presents: the kings of Sheba and Seba shall offer gifts… <a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3-10,13</a> And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising… <a href="/isaiah/66-11.htm">Isaiah 66:11,12</a> That ye may suck, and be satisfied with the breasts of her consolations; that ye may milk out, and be delighted with the abundance of her glory… <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/jude/1-14.htm">Amidst</a> <a href="/revelation/21-1.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/revelation/21-23.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/revelation/19-7.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/revelation/19-7.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/revelation/20-6.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/revelation/21-23.htm">Light</a> <a href="/revelation/20-8.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/jude/1-5.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/revelation/18-14.htm">Splendor</a> <a href="/revelation/21-23.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/revelation/16-15.htm">Walk</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/exodus/9-24.htm">Amidst</a> <a href="/genesis/1-1.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/revelation/21-26.htm">Glory</a> <a href="/revelation/21-26.htm">Honor</a> <a href="/revelation/21-26.htm">Honour</a> <a href="/revelation/22-5.htm">Kings</a> <a href="/genesis/1-3.htm">Light</a> <a href="/revelation/21-26.htm">Nations</a> <a href="/genesis/19-20.htm">Saved</a> <a href="/genesis/45-13.htm">Splendor</a> <a href="/revelation/21-25.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/genesis/13-17.htm">Walk</a><div class="vheading2">Revelation 21</div>1. <a href="/revelation/21-1.htm">A new heaven and a new earth.</a> 10. <a href="/revelation/21-10.htm">The heavenly Jerusalem, with a full description thereof.</a> 23. <a href="/revelation/21-23.htm">She needs no sun, the glory of God being her light.</a> 24. <a href="/revelation/21-24.htm">The kings of the earth bring their riches unto her.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The "light" symbolizes divine truth and righteousness, which guides the nations. In biblical context, light often represents God's presence and guidance (<a href="/psalms/119-105.htm">Psalm 119:105</a>, <a href="/john/8-12.htm">John 8:12</a>). The nations walking by this light suggests a time of peace and unity under God's rule, fulfilling prophecies like <a href="/isaiah/2-2.htm">Isaiah 2:2-4</a>, where nations stream to the mountain of the Lord for instruction. This imagery contrasts with the darkness of sin and ignorance that characterizes the current world order.and into it the kings of the earth will bring their glory This phrase indicates that the rulers of the earth will recognize the sovereignty of God and honor Him by bringing their "glory" into the New Jerusalem. Historically, kings would bring gifts to honor a greater king or deity, as seen when the Magi brought gifts to Jesus (<a href="/matthew/2-11.htm">Matthew 2:11</a>). The "glory" could represent the wealth, honor, and cultural achievements of the nations, acknowledging that all true glory belongs to God. This act fulfills prophecies like <a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3-5</a>, where nations and kings are drawn to the light of God's people, bringing wealth and honor. It signifies the submission of earthly powers to divine authority, a reversal of the rebellion seen in <a href="/psalms/2.htm">Psalm 2</a>. This also typifies the ultimate reign of Christ, where every knee will bow and every tongue confess His lordship (<a href="/philippians/2-10.htm">Philippians 2:10-11</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_nations.htm">The Nations</a> Refers to the diverse peoples and ethnic groups of the world. In the context of Revelation, it signifies the inclusion of all peoples in God's redemptive plan. 2. <a href="/topical/t/the_kings_of_the_earth.htm">The Kings of the Earth</a> Represents the rulers and leaders of various nations. Their bringing of glory into the New Jerusalem signifies submission and acknowledgment of God's ultimate sovereignty. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_new_jerusalem.htm">The New Jerusalem</a> The holy city described in <a href="/bsb/revelation/21.htm">Revelation 21</a>, symbolizing the eternal dwelling place of God with His people. It is characterized by the presence of God's glory and light. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_light.htm">The Light</a> Represents the glory of God and the Lamb, which illuminates the New Jerusalem, making the sun and moon unnecessary. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_glory.htm">The Glory</a> Refers to the honor, splendor, and majesty that the kings of the earth bring into the New Jerusalem, acknowledging God's supreme authority.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_universality_of_god's_kingdom.htm">The Universality of God's Kingdom</a> God's kingdom is inclusive, welcoming people from every nation and background. This challenges believers to embrace diversity within the body of Christ. <a href="/topical/t/the_sovereignty_of_god.htm">The Sovereignty of God</a> The submission of earthly kings to God's glory underscores His ultimate authority over all rulers and nations. Believers are reminded to trust in God's sovereign plan. <a href="/topical/l/living_in_the_light.htm">Living in the Light</a> As the nations walk by the light of God's glory, Christians are called to live in the light of Christ, reflecting His character in a dark world. <a href="/topical/b/bringing_glory_to_god.htm">Bringing Glory to God</a> Just as the kings bring their glory into the New Jerusalem, believers are encouraged to honor God with their lives, talents, and resources. <a href="/topical/h/hope_in_the_new_creation.htm">Hope in the New Creation</a> The vision of the New Jerusalem offers hope for a future where God's presence is fully realized. This hope should inspire perseverance and faithfulness in the present.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_revelation_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Revelation 21</a> <a href="/q/why_do_nations_exist_in_revelation_21_24.htm">Why do “the nations” still exist and “walk by its light” (Revelation 21:24) if all believers are supposed to be gathered together? </a> <a href="/q/why_ongoing_unrest_if_zephaniah_3_fulfilled.htm">If Zephaniah 3's prophecies were fully realized, why do some biblical texts and modern events suggest ongoing judgment and unrest instead of lasting peace?</a> <a href="/q/how_can_all_visit_jerusalem_annually.htm">Zechariah 14:16–17 – How would the entire world be able to travel to Jerusalem annually to celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles?</a> <a href="/q/why_haven't_all_nations_recognized_jerusalem.htm">If Isaiah 60:3 predicts nations flocking to Jerusalem's light, why haven't all nations historically recognized Jerusalem's religious and cultural significance?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/revelation/21.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(24) And the nations of them which are saved . . .--We must omit, with the best MSS., the words "of them which are saved," and read, And the nations shall walk by means of its light, and the kings of the earth carry their glory into her. The outlook of the prophet is from the loneliness and depression of the then persecuted and despised churches; but in the vision he sees her beautiful and enlarged and honoured. All nations and peoples flock within the walls: it is the echo of the ancient prophecies. "All kings shall fall down before Him: all nations shall serve Him." The Church and kingdom of Christ increase without end; and all will cast their glory at His feet, and call Him blessed in whom all have been blessed (<a href="/psalms/72-11.htm" title="Yes, all kings shall fall down before him: all nations shall serve him.">Psalm 72:11</a>; <a href="/psalms/72-17.htm" title="His name shall endure for ever: his name shall be continued as long as the sun: and men shall be blessed in him: all nations shall call him blessed.">Psalm 72:17</a>).<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 24. - And the nations of them which are saved shall walk in the light of it; and the nations shall walk by means of her light. Omit "of them which are saved." The description, following that of Isaiah, makes use of earthly symbolism; but it is not, therefore, to be supposed (as Afford) that there will be hereafter a real earth with inhabitants. "The nations" are the redeemed, described in this way on account of their selection from every "kindred, and nation, and tribe, and tongue" (<a href="/revelation/7-9.htm">Revelation 7:9</a>): not the wicked nations of <a href="/revelation/16-19.htm">Revelation 16:19</a>. Though the Authorized Version is probably incorrect in inserting "of them which are saved," yet these words appear to give the correct sense of the passage. The description is evidently still founded on the prophetical writings, "And the Gentiles shall come to thy light, and kings to the brightness of thy rising" (<a href="/isaiah/60-3.htm">Isaiah 60:3</a>). And the kings of the earth do bring their glory and honour into it. Omit "and honour," according to א, A, P, and others. Not that there are literal kings and earth. The language is intended to convey an idea of God's supreme glory and unquestioned authority. There are now no kings to dispute his sway. Instead, all join in promoting his glory. <a href="/commentaries/revelation/21-24.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>By διὰ (dia) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1223.htm">Strong's 1223: </a> A primary preposition denoting the channel of an act; through. its αὐτῆς (autēs) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Feminine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. light φωτὸς (phōtos) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5457.htm">Strong's 5457: </a> Light, a source of light, radiance. From an obsolete phao; luminousness. the τὰ (ta) Article - Nominative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. nations ἔθνη (ethnē) Noun - Nominative Neuter Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1484.htm">Strong's 1484: </a> Probably from etho; a race, i.e. A tribe; specially, a foreign one. will walk, περιπατήσουσιν (peripatēsousin) Verb - Future Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_4043.htm">Strong's 4043: </a> From peri and pateo; to tread all around, i.e. Walk at large; figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. into εἰς (eis) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1519.htm">Strong's 1519: </a> A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases. it αὐτήν (autēn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. the οἱ (hoi) Article - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. kings βασιλεῖς (basileis) Noun - Nominative Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_935.htm">Strong's 935: </a> A king, ruler, but in some passages clearly to be translated: emperor. Probably from basis; a sovereign. of the τῆς (tēs) Article - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. earth γῆς (gēs) Noun - Genitive Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1093.htm">Strong's 1093: </a> Contracted from a primary word; soil; by extension a region, or the solid part or the whole of the terrene globe. will bring φέρουσιν (pherousin) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_5342.htm">Strong's 5342: </a> To carry, bear, bring; I conduct, lead; perhaps: I make publicly known. A primary verb. their αὐτῶν (autōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. glory. δόξαν (doxan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1391.htm">Strong's 1391: </a> From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/revelation/21-24.htm">Revelation 21:24 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/revelation/21-24.htm">NT Prophecy: Revelation 21:24 The nations will walk in its light (Rev. 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