Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Revelation 4:3 Cross-References
Explore 11 cross-references for Revelation 4:3 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Revelation chapter 4 verse 3 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald.”
Revelation 4:3 (KJV)
Commentary on Revelation 4:3
And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald.... This verse from Revelation's vision of throne room of heaven - god's sovereignty, holiness, and worship employs apocalyptic imagery rich with Old Testament allusions and symbolic meaning. The Greek text uses vivid apocalyptic language characteristic of Jewish prophetic literature, drawing heavily from Daniel, Ezekiel, Isaiah, and Zechariah.The symbolism must be interpreted within its first-century context while recognizing timeless spiritual real...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Revelation 4:3
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“so was the appearance of the brightness round about. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of Yahweh. When I saw it”
“and it will be for a sign of a covenant between me and the earth.”
“as if it was a jasper stone”
“clothed with a cloud. A rainbow was on his head. His face was like the sun”
“the garden of God; every precious stone adorned you: ruby”
“as the appearance of a sapphire{or”
“sapphire{or”
“lapis lazuli} stone”
“a turquoise”
“so have I sworn that I will not be angry with you”