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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Beryls</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/b/beryls.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head> <script async src="https://www.googletagmanager.com/gtag/js?id=G-LR4HSKRP2H"></script> <script> window.dataLayer = window.dataLayer || []; function gtag(){dataLayer.push(arguments);} gtag('js', new Date()); gtag('config', 'G-LR4HSKRP2H'); </script><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/exodus/25-7.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/b/beryls.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Beryls</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/b/beryl--set_in_the_breastplate.htm" title="Beryl: Set in the Breastplate">◄</a> Beryls <a href="/topical/b/beryl-stones.htm" title="Beryl-stones">►</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> • <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> • <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> • <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> • <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div>Beryls are a group of precious stones mentioned several times in the Bible, known for their beauty and variety of colors. The term "beryl" in the biblical context is derived from the Hebrew word "tarshish," which is often associated with a yellow or golden hue, though beryls can also be green, blue, or colorless. These stones are part of the mineral family that includes emeralds and aquamarines.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>1. <b><a href="/exodus/28-20.htm">Exodus 28:20</a>; 39:13</b> · Beryls are listed as one of the stones set in the breastplate of the High Priest. The breastplate, known as the "Breastplate of Judgment," contained twelve stones, each representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The beryl is mentioned as the fourth stone in the fourth row: "and the fourth row shall be a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. They shall be set in gold filigree."<br><br>2. <b><a href="/ezekiel/1-16.htm">Ezekiel 1:16</a>; 10:9</b> · In Ezekiel's vision of the wheels, beryls are used to describe the appearance of the wheels associated with the cherubim: "The appearance of the wheels and their workmanship was like the gleam of beryl, and all four had the same likeness."<br><br>3. <b><a href="/daniel/10-6.htm">Daniel 10:6</a></b> · The prophet Daniel describes a heavenly being whose body had the appearance of beryl: "His body was like beryl, his face like the brilliance of lightning, his eyes like flaming torches, his arms and legs like the gleam of polished bronze, and his voice like the sound of a multitude."<br><br>4. <b><a href="/revelation/21-20.htm">Revelation 21:20</a></b> · In the description of the New Jerusalem, beryl is mentioned as one of the foundation stones of the city: "the fifth foundation was made of onyx, the sixth of carnelian, the seventh of chrysolite, the eighth of beryl, the ninth of topaz, the tenth of chrysoprase, the eleventh of jacinth, and the twelfth of amethyst."<br><br><b>Symbolism and Significance:</b><br><br>In biblical symbolism, beryls are often associated with beauty, value, and divine revelation. Their inclusion in the High Priest's breastplate signifies their importance in the religious and cultural life of ancient Israel. The use of beryl in prophetic visions, such as those of Ezekiel and Daniel, underscores its association with heavenly and divine appearances.<br><br>The mention of beryl in the New Jerusalem's foundation stones in Revelation highlights its enduring value and beauty, symbolizing the eternal and perfect nature of God's kingdom. The variety of colors found in beryls may also reflect the diversity and richness of God's creation and His multifaceted nature.<br><br><b>Historical and Cultural Context:</b><br><br>Beryls were highly prized in the ancient world for their clarity and color. They were often used in jewelry and ornamentation, signifying wealth and status. The trade routes of the ancient Near East would have facilitated the exchange of such precious stones, making them accessible to the Israelites and other cultures of the time.<br><br>In summary, beryls hold a significant place in biblical literature, representing both the physical beauty of God's creation and the spiritual truths revealed through divine visions and symbols.<a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/lanciani/pagan_and_christian_rome/chapter_ii_pagan_shrines_and.htm"><span class="l">Pagan Shrines and Temples.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> of the goddess] studded with gems; a sistrum of gilded silver; a gilt cup; a patera<br> ornamented with ears of corn; a necklace studded with <b>beryls</b>; two bracelets <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../lanciani/pagan and christian rome/chapter ii pagan shrines and.htm</font><p><a href="/library/ephraim/hymns_and_homilies_of_ephraim_the_syrian/hymn_ii_whereunto_art_thou.htm"><span class="l">Whereunto Art Thou Like? Let Thy Stillness Speak to one that Hears</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Goodly gems are thy brethren, with <b>beryls</b> and unions as thy companions: may gold<br> be as it were thy kinsman, may there be unto the King of kings a crown from <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../ephraim/hymns and homilies of ephraim the syrian/hymn ii whereunto art thou.htm</font><p><a href="/library/tertullian/a_treatise_on_the_soul/chapter_ix_particulars_of_the_alleged.htm"><span class="l">Particulars of the Alleged Communication to a Montanist Sister.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> "Thunder-stones," [1547] indeed, are not of igneous substance, because they shine<br> with ruddy redness; nor are <b>beryls</b> composed of aqueous matter, because they <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../tertullian/a treatise on the soul/chapter ix particulars of the alleged.htm</font><p><a href="/library/bunyan/the_works_of_john_bunyan_volumes_1-3/a_discourse_of_the_building.htm"><span class="l">A Discourse of the Building, Nature, Excellency, and Government of <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> His hands are as gold rings set with the <b>beryls</b>; By them we are delivered out of<br> perils; His legs like marble, stand in boots of gold, His countenance is ex <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/a discourse of the building.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/b/beryls.htm"><span class="l"><b>Beryls</b> (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Multi-Version Concordance <b>Beryls</b> (4 Occurrences). Exodus 25:7 <b>Beryls</b> and stones<br> of value to be put on the ephod and on the priest's bag. (BBE). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/beryls.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/jewels.htm"><span class="l">Jewels (54 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> as on a stamp. (BBE). Exodus 35:9 And <b>beryls</b> and jewels to be cut for the<br> ephod and for the priest's bag. (BBE). Exodus 35:22 They <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/jewels.htm - 23k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/priest's.htm"><span class="l">Priest's (75 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Abraham, (WEB ASV NAS). Exodus 25:7 <b>Beryls</b> and stones of value to be put<br> on the ephod and on the priest's bag. (BBE). Exodus 28:1 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/priest's.htm - 29k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/bag.htm"><span class="l">Bag (52 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> your cup was seen. (BBE). Exodus 25:7 <b>Beryls</b> and stones of value to be put<br> on the ephod and on the priest's bag. (BBE). Exodus 28:4 <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/bag.htm - 29k</font><p><a href="/topical/b/beryl.htm"><span class="l">Beryl (12 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/b/beryl.htm - 11k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/precious.htm"><span class="l">Precious (128 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> The lapidaries cut all <b>beryls</b> of a hexagonal form because the color which is deadened<br> by a dull uniformity of surface is heightened by the reflections <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/precious.htm - 71k</font><p><a href="/topical/s/stones.htm"><span class="l">Stones (244 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> The lapidaries cut all <b>beryls</b> of a hexagonal form because the color which is deadened<br> by a dull uniformity of surface is heightened by the reflections <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/s/stones.htm - 74k</font><p><a href="/topical/o/ornament.htm"><span class="l">Ornament (23 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> gold, and the silver for the silver things, and the brass for the brass things,<br> iron for the things of iron, and wood for the things of wood; <b>beryls</b> and jewels <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/o/ornament.htm - 17k</font><p><a href="/topical/f/framed.htm"><span class="l">Framed (8 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> gold, and the silver for the silver things, and the brass for the brass things,<br> iron for the things of iron, and wood for the things of wood; <b>beryls</b> and jewels <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/f/framed.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/p/polished.htm"><span class="l">Polished (23 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> gold, and the silver for the silver things, and the brass for the brass things,<br> iron for the things of iron, and wood for the things of wood; <b>beryls</b> and jewels <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/p/polished.htm - 13k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Beryls (4 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/exodus/25-7.htm">Exodus 25:7</a></span><br /><span class="boldtext">Beryls</span> and stones of value to be put on the ephod and on the priest's bag. <br /><span class="source">(BBE)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/exodus/35-9.htm">Exodus 35:9</a></span><br />And <span class="boldtext">beryls</span> and jewels to be cut for the ephod and for the priest's bag. <br /><span class="source">(BBE)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/exodus/35-27.htm">Exodus 35:27</a></span><br />And the rulers gave the <span class="boldtext">beryls</span> and the cut jewels for the ephod and the priest's bag; <br /><span class="source">(BBE)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_chronicles/29-2.htm">1 Chronicles 29:2</a></span><br />Now as far as I am able, I have made ready what is needed for the house of my God; the gold for the things of gold, and the silver for the silver things, and the brass for the brass things, iron for the things of iron, and wood for the things of wood; <span class="boldtext">beryls</span> and jewels to be framed, and stones of different colours for ornament; all sorts of stones of great price, and polished building-stone, as much as is needed and more.<br /><span class="source">(BBE)</span><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/b/beryls.htm">Beryls</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/beryl.htm">Beryl (12 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/berytus.htm">Berytus</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/o/ouches.htm">Ouches (8 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/o/ornamented.htm">Ornamented (14 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/i/inlaid.htm">Inlaid (8 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/r/rounded.htm">Rounded (7 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/encrusted.htm">Encrusted (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/d/decorated.htm">Decorated (12 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/beryls.htm">Beryls (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/a/abdomen.htm">Abdomen (4 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shoulder-piece.htm">Shoulder-piece</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/shoulderpiece.htm">Shoulderpiece</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/frames.htm">Frames (47 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/stamp.htm">Stamp (25 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/smooth.htm">Smooth (39 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/carved.htm">Carved (36 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/twisted.htm">Twisted (79 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/cut.htm">Cut (616 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/j/jewels.htm">Jewels (54 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/plate.htm">Plate (34 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/c/cutting.htm">Cutting (178 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/f/fixed.htm">Fixed (284 Occurrences)</a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/topical/naves/b/beryl--set_in_the_breastplate.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Beryl: Set in the Breastplate"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Beryl: Set in the Breastplate" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/topical/b/beryl-stones.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Beryl-stones"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Beryl-stones" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></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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