What does the Bible say about crystal?
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The Bible uses crystal to portray incomparable purity, brilliance, and the awesome glory of God, not as an object of devotion or spiritual power. Job 28:17 says wisdom cannot be bought with gold or precious crystal, showing that God-given wisdom exceeds earthly treasure. Ezekiel 1:22 describes a shining expanse like awe-inspiring crystal above the living creatures, emphasizing God's heavenly majesty. Revelation depicts the throne of God before a sea like crystal, the New Jerusalem shining with crystal-like radiance, and the river of life clear as crystal. These images direct believers to worship the holy God whose glory will fill and renew all creation.
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- A precious stone Job 28:17; Ezekiel 1:22; Revelation 4:6; Revelation 21:11; Revelation 22:1
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