What does the Bible say about beryl?
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The Bible presents beryl as a precious and beautiful stone, used to portray the splendor of God’s creation, worship, and heavenly glory. In Exodus 28:20 and 39:13, it adorned the high priest’s breastpiece, signifying the covenant people’s preciousness before the Lord. Song of Solomon 5:14 uses it poetically to describe the beloved’s beauty and strength. Ezekiel 1:16 and 10:9 compare the appearance of the living creatures’ wheels to beryl, communicating the radiant, awesome mystery of God’s sovereign presence. Revelation 21:20 includes beryl among the foundation stones of the New Jerusalem, pointing believers to the lasting beauty and holiness of God’s redeemed dwelling.
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- A precious stone Song of Solomon 5:14; Ezekiel 1:16; Ezekiel 10:9
- Set in the breastplate Exodus 28:20; Exodus 39:13
- John saw, in the foundation of the new Jerusalem Revelation 21:20
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