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and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/nasb_/revelation/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> The material of the wall was jasper; and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/nasb/revelation/21.htm">NASB 1995</a> The material of the wall was jasper; and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/nasb77/revelation/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a> And the material of the wall was jasper; and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/lsb/revelation/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And the material of the wall was jasper, and the city was pure gold, like pure glass. <a href="/amp/revelation/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a> The wall was built of jasper; and the city was pure gold, transparent like clear crystal. <a href="/csb/revelation/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> The building material of its wall was jasper, and the city was pure gold clear as glass. <a href="/hcsb/revelation/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> The building material of its wall was jasper, and the city was pure gold like clear glass. <a href="/asv/revelation/21.htm">American Standard Version</a> And the building of the wall thereof was jasper: and the city was pure gold, like unto pure glass. <a href="/cev/revelation/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The wall was built of jasper, and the city was made of pure gold, clear as crystal. <a href="/erv/revelation/21.htm">English Revised Version</a> And the building of the wall thereof was jasper: and the city was pure gold, like unto pure glass. <a href="/gwt/revelation/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> Its wall was made of gray quartz. The city was made of pure gold, as clear as glass. <a href="/gnt/revelation/21.htm">Good News Translation</a> The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself was made of pure gold, as clear as glass. <a href="/isv/revelation/21.htm">International Standard Version</a> Its wall was made of jasper. The city was made of pure gold, as clear as glass. <a href="/msb/revelation/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> The wall was made of jasper, and the city itself of pure gold, as pure as glass. <a href="/net/revelation/21.htm">NET Bible</a> The city's wall is made of jasper and the city is pure gold, like transparent glass. <a href="/nheb/revelation/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> The construction of its wall was jasper. The city was pure gold, like pure glass. <a href="/wbt/revelation/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/wey/revelation/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The solid fabric of the wall was jasper; and the city itself was made of gold, resembling transparent glass. <a href="/web/revelation/21.htm">World English Bible</a> The construction of its wall was jasper. The city was pure gold, like pure glass. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/revelation/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and the building of its wall was jasper, and the city [is] pure gold—like to pure glass. <a href="/blb/revelation/21.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> And the structure of its wall was jasper, and the city pure gold, like clear glass, <a href="/ylt/revelation/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and the building of its wall was jasper, and the city is pure gold -- like to pure glass; <a href="/slt/revelation/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And the interior construction of her wall was a jasper: and the city pure gold, like pure crystal.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/revelation/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And the building of the wall thereof was of jasper stone: but the city itself pure gold, like to clear glass. <a href="/cpdv/revelation/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And the structure of its wall was of jasper stone. Yet truly, the city itself was of pure gold, similar to pure glass. <a href="/nabre/revelation/21.htm">New American Bible</a> The wall was constructed of jasper, while the city was pure gold, clear as glass. <a href="/nrsvce/revelation/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> The wall is built of jasper, while the city is pure gold, clear as glass.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/revelation/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> And the wall was constructed of jasper: and the city itself was pure gold, resembling clear glass. <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/revelation/21.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> The building of the wall was Jasper Quartz, and the city was of pure gold, in the likeness of pure glass.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/revelation/21.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> And the wall of it was built of jasper; and the city was pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/godbey/revelation/21.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> And the building of the wall was jasper: and the city pure gold, like transparent glass. <a href="/haweis/revelation/21.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> The structure of the wall of it was jasper, and the city pure gold, like clear glass. <a href="/mace/revelation/21.htm">Mace New Testament</a> the wall was built of jasper; and the city was of pure gold, as pure as glass. <a href="/wey/revelation/21.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> The solid fabric of the wall was jasper; and the city itself was made of gold, resembling transparent glass. <a href="/worrell/revelation/21.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> And the material of its wall was jasper; and the city was pure gold, like pure glass. <a href="/worsley/revelation/21.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> And the structure of its wall was of Jasper, and the city pure gold, like transparent glass. <a href="/parallel/revelation/21-18.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=4587" 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> …17And he measured its wall to be 144 cubits, by the human measure the angel was using. 18<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: Kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. "></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."></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.">The</a> <a href="/greek/5038.htm" title="5038: teichous (N-GNS) -- A wall, especially of a city. Akin to the base of tikto; a wall.">wall</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1739.htm" title="1739: endōmēsis (N-NFS) -- From a compound of en and a derivative of the base of demos; a housing in, i.e. Structure.">was made of</a> <a href="/greek/2393.htm" title="2393: iaspis (N-NFS) -- Jasper; a precious stone. Probably of foreign origin; jasper, a gem.">jasper,</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: hē (Art-NFS) -- 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/4172.htm" title="4172: polis (N-NFS) -- A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town.">city itself</a> <a href="/greek/2513.htm" title="2513: katharon (Adj-NNS) -- Clean.">of pure</a> <a href="/greek/5553.htm" title="5553: chrysion (N-NNS) -- A piece of gold, golden ornament. Diminutive of chrusos; a golden article, i.e. Gold plating, ornament, or coin.">gold,</a> <a href="/greek/3664.htm" title="3664: homoion (Adj-NNS) -- Like, similar to, resembling, of equal rank. From the base of homou; similar.">as</a> <a href="/greek/2513.htm" title="2513: katharō (Adj-DMS) -- Clean.">pure as</a> <a href="/greek/5194.htm" title="5194: hyalō (N-DMS) -- Glass, crystal, clear transparent stone. Perhaps from the same as huetos; glass.">glass.</a> 19The foundations of the city walls were adorned with every kind of precious stone: The first foundation was jasper, the second sapphire, the third chalcedony, the fourth emerald,…<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="/1_kings/6-20.htm">1 Kings 6:20-22</a> The inner sanctuary was twenty cubits long, twenty cubits wide, and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold, and he also overlaid the altar of cedar. / So Solomon overlaid the inside of the temple with pure gold, and he extended gold chains across the front of the inner sanctuary, which was overlaid with gold. / So he overlaid with gold the whole interior of the temple, until everything was completely finished. He also overlaid with gold the entire altar that belonged to the inner sanctuary. <a href="/1_kings/7-9.htm">1 Kings 7:9-12</a> All these buildings were constructed with costly stones, cut to size and trimmed with saws inside and out from the foundation to the eaves, and from the outside to the great courtyard. / The foundations were laid with large, costly stones, some ten cubits long and some eight cubits long. / Above these were costly stones, cut to size, and cedar beams. ... <a href="/1_kings/10-18.htm">1 Kings 10:18-21</a> Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and its back had a rounded top. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. ... <a href="/2_chronicles/3-4.htm">2 Chronicles 3:4-9</a> The portico at the front, extending across the width of the temple, was twenty cubits long and twenty cubits high. He overlaid the inside with pure gold. / He paneled the main room with cypress, which he overlaid with fine gold and decorated with palm trees and chains. / He adorned the temple with precious stones for beauty, and its gold was from Parvaim. ... <a href="/2_chronicles/9-17.htm">2 Chronicles 9:17-19</a> Additionally, the king made a great throne of ivory and overlaid it with pure gold. / The throne had six steps, and a footstool of gold was attached to it. There were armrests on both sides of the seat, with a lion standing beside each armrest. / Twelve lions stood on the six steps, one at either end of each step. Nothing like this had ever been made for any kingdom. <a href="/isaiah/54-11.htm">Isaiah 54:11-12</a> “O afflicted city, lashed by storms, without solace, surely I will set your stones in antimony and lay your foundations with sapphires. / I will make your pinnacles of rubies, your gates of sparkling jewels, and all your walls of precious stones. <a href="/isaiah/60-17.htm">Isaiah 60:17-19</a> Instead of bronze I will bring you gold; I will bring silver in place of iron, bronze instead of wood, and iron instead of stones. I will appoint peace as your governor and righteousness as your ruler. / No longer will violence be heard in your land, nor ruin or destruction within your borders. But you will name your walls Salvation and your gates Praise. / No longer will the sun be your light by day, nor the brightness of the moon shine on your night; for the LORD will be your everlasting light, and your God will be your splendor. <a href="/ezekiel/40-5.htm">Ezekiel 40:5</a> And I saw a wall surrounding the temple area. Now the length of the measuring rod in the man’s hand was six long cubits (each measuring a cubit and a handbreadth), and he measured the wall to be one rod thick and one rod high. <a href="/ezekiel/41-16.htm">Ezekiel 41:16-18</a> as well as the thresholds and the beveled windows and the galleries all around with their three levels opposite the threshold, were overlaid with wood on all sides. They were paneled from the ground to the windows, and the windows were covered. / In the space above the outside of the entrance to the inner sanctuary on all the walls, spaced evenly around the inner and outer sanctuary, / were alternating carved cherubim and palm trees. Each cherub had two faces: <a href="/ezekiel/43-12.htm">Ezekiel 43:12-13</a> This is the law of the temple: All its surrounding territory on top of the mountain will be most holy. Yes, this is the law of the temple. / These are the measurements of the altar in long cubits (a cubit and a handbreadth): Its gutter shall be a cubit deep and a cubit wide, with a rim of one span around its edge. And this is the height of the altar: <a href="/ezekiel/48-35.htm">Ezekiel 48:35</a> The perimeter of the city will be 18,000 cubits, and from that day on the name of the city will be: THE LORD IS THERE.” <a href="/matthew/5-14.htm">Matthew 5:14</a> You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. <a href="/matthew/13-44.htm">Matthew 13:44-46</a> The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field. When a man found it, he hid it again, and in his joy he went and sold all he had and bought that field. / Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant in search of fine pearls. / When he found one very precious pearl, he went away and sold all he had and bought it. <a href="/1_corinthians/3-12.htm">1 Corinthians 3:12-13</a> If anyone builds on this foundation using gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, or straw, / his workmanship will be evident, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will prove the quality of each man’s work. <a href="/2_corinthians/5-1.htm">2 Corinthians 5:1</a> For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is dismantled, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: and the city was pure gold, like to clear glass.was of.<a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Revelation 21:11,19</a> Having the glory of God: and her light was like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal; … like.<a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Revelation 21:11,21</a> Having the glory of God: and her light was like unto a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal; … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/jude/1-20.htm">Building</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-20.htm">Built</a> <a href="/revelation/21-16.htm">City</a> <a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/1_peter/3-20.htm">Construction</a> <a href="/ephesians/2-21.htm">Fabric</a> <a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Glass</a> <a href="/revelation/21-15.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/3_john/1-12.htm">Itself</a> <a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Jasper</a> <a href="/1_john/3-17.htm">Material</a> <a href="/revelation/19-14.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/revelation/16-13.htm">Resembling</a> <a href="/hebrews/5-14.htm">Solid</a> <a href="/revelation/21-17.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/revelation/21-11.htm">Transparent</a> <a href="/revelation/21-17.htm">Wall</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/genesis/4-17.htm">Building</a> <a href="/genesis/2-22.htm">Built</a> <a href="/revelation/21-19.htm">City</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Clear</a> <a href="/exodus/36-3.htm">Construction</a> <a href="/judges/16-13.htm">Fabric</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Glass</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Gold</a> <a href="/genesis/1-11.htm">Itself</a> <a href="/revelation/21-19.htm">Jasper</a> <a href="/exodus/25-4.htm">Material</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Pure</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Resembling</a> <a href="/genesis/1-6.htm">Solid</a> <a href="/revelation/21-22.htm">Thereof</a> <a href="/revelation/21-21.htm">Transparent</a> <a href="/revelation/21-19.htm">Wall</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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/21.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/revelation/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/revelation/21.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>The wall was made of jasper Jasper is a precious stone often associated with beauty and strength. In biblical times, jasper was highly valued and used in various forms of decoration and jewelry. Its mention here symbolizes the glory and majesty of the New Jerusalem. Jasper is also referenced in <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Revelation 4:3</a>, where it describes the appearance of God on His throne, indicating purity and divine presence. The wall being made of jasper signifies the protection and eternal security of the city, reflecting God's unchanging nature and His covenant with His people.and the city itself of pure gold Gold is a symbol of purity, value, and royalty throughout the Bible. In the ancient world, gold was the most precious metal, often used in the construction of temples and palaces. The use of pure gold to describe the city emphasizes its divine origin and the perfection of God's creation. This imagery connects to the Old Testament, where the tabernacle and Solomon's temple were adorned with gold, signifying God's dwelling place among His people (<a href="/exodus/25-11.htm">Exodus 25:11</a>, <a href="/1_kings/6-20.htm">1 Kings 6:20-22</a>). The city being made of pure gold highlights the holiness and splendor of the New Jerusalem, a place where God's presence is fully realized.as pure as glass The phrase "as pure as glass" suggests transparency and clarity, qualities that are often associated with truth and righteousness. In the ancient world, glass was not as refined as it is today, making pure, clear glass a rare and valuable commodity. This description implies that the city is free from impurity and corruption, reflecting the perfect and unblemished nature of God's kingdom. The transparency also symbolizes the openness and accessibility of God's presence, where nothing is hidden, and all is revealed in His light. This imagery aligns with <a href="/1_corinthians/13-12.htm">1 Corinthians 13:12</a>, where Paul speaks of seeing "face to face" and knowing fully, as we are fully known.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/t/the_new_jerusalem.htm">The New Jerusalem</a> This is the holy city described in <a href="/bsb/revelation/21.htm">Revelation 21</a>, representing the eternal dwelling place of God with His people. It symbolizes the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises and the restoration of creation. 2. <a href="/topical/j/john_the_apostle.htm">John the Apostle</a> The author of the Book of Revelation, who received the vision of the New Jerusalem while exiled on the island of Patmos. 3. <a href="/topical/j/jasper.htm">Jasper</a> A precious stone mentioned in the description of the New Jerusalem's wall. In biblical symbolism, jasper often represents the glory and majesty of God. 4. <a href="/topical/p/pure_gold.htm">Pure Gold</a> The material of the city, described as being as pure as glass, symbolizing the perfection, purity, and divine nature of the New Jerusalem. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_vision_of_revelation.htm">The Vision of Revelation</a> The broader context of <a href="/bsb/revelation/21.htm">Revelation 21</a> is part of John's apocalyptic vision, revealing the ultimate victory of God and the establishment of His eternal kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_glory_of_god.htm">The Glory of God</a> The materials used in the New Jerusalem reflect God's glory and majesty. Believers are called to reflect God's glory in their lives through holiness and righteousness. <a href="/topical/t/the_purity_of_heaven.htm">The Purity of Heaven</a> The description of the city as pure gold, as pure as glass, emphasizes the purity and perfection of heaven. Christians are encouraged to pursue purity in their thoughts, actions, and relationships. <a href="/topical/e/eternal_hope.htm">Eternal Hope</a> The vision of the New Jerusalem provides believers with hope for the future. It reminds us that our ultimate home is with God, and we should live with an eternal perspective. <a href="/topical/g/god's_faithfulness.htm">God's Faithfulness</a> The fulfillment of God's promises in the New Jerusalem assures us of His faithfulness. We can trust God to fulfill His promises in our lives. <a href="/topical/t/the_beauty_of_holiness.htm">The Beauty of Holiness</a> The use of precious stones and gold in the New Jerusalem highlights the beauty of holiness. Believers are called to cultivate a life of beauty through worship and obedience to God.<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/what_does_the_bible_say_on_gold_streets.htm">What does the Bible say about streets of gold?</a> <a href="/q/is_new_jerusalem's_size_feasible.htm">How could the immense measurements of the New Jerusalem (Revelation 21:16) be architecturally or scientifically feasible? </a> <a href="/q/how_is_jesus'_promise_linked_to_heaven.htm">How does Jesus' promise relate to heaven in Christianity?</a> <a href="/q/what_do_colors_symbolize_in_the_bible.htm">What do colors symbolize in the Bible?</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>THE BUILDING OR MATERIAL OF THE CITY.(18) And the building of the wall . . .--Or, And the building-work (or, the masonry, so Alford) of the wall of it was jasper, and the city was pure gold, like pure glass. The general aspect of the city was jasperlike, because the material of the wall was of the jasper stone. On this stone, see Note on <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm" title="And he that sat was to look on like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like to an emerald.">Revelation 4:3</a>, and on <a href="/revelation/21-11.htm" title="Having the glory of God: and her light was like to a stone most precious, even like a jasper stone, clear as crystal;">Revelation 21:11</a> above. The city was gold. On the meaning of the gold see Note on <a href="/revelation/21-15.htm" title="And he that talked with me had a golden reed to measure the city, and the gates thereof, and the wall thereof.">Revelation 21:15</a> and on <a href="/revelation/3-18.htm" title="I counsel you to buy of me gold tried in the fire, that you may be rich; and white raiment, that you may be clothed, and that the shame of your nakedness do not appear; and anoint your eyes with eye salve, that you may see.">Revelation 3:18</a>. To what has been said may be added the following:--"Gold has an inalienable reference to the sun itself, consequently, to the symbol of the face of God, or Christ, i.e., to the manifestation of God's love" (Lange).The wealth of heaven is love; love is the circulating medium of all holy activity and of all holy work: all who dwell within the heavenly city are encompassed by it; all who tread the streets of that city move along the ways of love; no dimness or obscuring motives of self-interest mar its lustre--the gold is clear as pure glass.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/revelation/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 18. - And the building of the wall of it was of jasper: and the city was pure gold, like unto clear glass; pure glass. The exceeding brightness and purity is the idea contained in both expressions - the light of ver. 11, which is there associated with jasper and crystal. (On "jasper," see on ver. 11 and <a href="/revelation/4-3.htm">Revelation 4:3</a>.) The whole description is, of course, typical, not literal. <a href="/commentaries/revelation/21-18.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>The τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Neuter 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. wall τείχους (teichous) Noun - Genitive Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5038.htm">Strong's 5038: </a> A wall, especially of a city. Akin to the base of tikto; a wall. was made of ἐνδώμησις (endōmēsis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1739.htm">Strong's 1739: </a> From a compound of en and a derivative of the base of demos; a housing in, i.e. Structure. jasper, ἴασπις (iaspis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2393.htm">Strong's 2393: </a> Jasper; a precious stone. Probably of foreign origin; 'jasper', a gem. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. the ἡ (hē) Article - Nominative 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. city [itself] πόλις (polis) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4172.htm">Strong's 4172: </a> A city, the inhabitants of a city. Probably from the same as polemos, or perhaps from polus; a town. of pure καθαρὸν (katharon) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2513.htm">Strong's 2513: </a> Clean. gold, χρυσίον (chrysion) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5553.htm">Strong's 5553: </a> A piece of gold, golden ornament. Diminutive of chrusos; a golden article, i.e. Gold plating, ornament, or coin. as ὅμοιον (homoion) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3664.htm">Strong's 3664: </a> Like, similar to, resembling, of equal rank. From the base of homou; similar. pure as καθαρῷ (katharō) Adjective - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2513.htm">Strong's 2513: </a> Clean. glass. ὑάλῳ (hyalō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5194.htm">Strong's 5194: </a> Glass, crystal, clear transparent stone. 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