Bible Verses About "What Is the New Jerusalem"
The New Jerusalem is the eternal city of God described in Revelation 21-22 — breathtakingly beautiful, descending from heaven, where God dwells with His people forever.
The New Jerusalem is the eternal city of God described in Revelation 21-22 — breathtakingly beautiful, descending from heaven, where God dwells with His people forever.
"I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband." — Revelation 21:2 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Is the New Jerusalem?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband."
"The city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it."
"They shall see his face; and his name shall be in their foreheads."
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