What does the Bible say about amethyst?
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The Bible presents amethyst as a precious stone associated with the beauty, order, and glory of God’s worship and final kingdom. In Exodus 28:19 and Exodus 39:12, it was set among the stones on the high priest’s breastpiece, representing the tribes of Israel as he ministered before the Lord. This imagery points to God’s covenant care for His people and to Christ, our greater High Priest, who represents us perfectly before God. Revelation 21:20 includes amethyst among the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem, displaying the splendor and permanence of God’s redeemed people dwelling with Him.
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- A precious stone Exodus 28:19; Exodus 39:12; Revelation 21:20
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