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Revelation 21:2

Revelation 21:2 Bible Verse: Text, Meaning, and Context

Revelation 21:2 presents the new Jerusalem as a holy city coming down from heaven. The picture is of a future home prepared by God, marked by beauty, purity, and welcome. It stands in close connection with the promise that God will live with His people.

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What happens in Revelation 21:2?

In this verse, John sees the holy city, the new Jerusalem, descending from heaven. The city comes from God, showing that its origin is divine rather than human. It is described in bridal imagery, prepared and adorned for a husband, which gives the scene a sense of joy, honor, and anticipation. This image fits the wider vision of new creation in Revelation 21, where God brings renewal, removes suffering, and makes His dwelling with His people.

Revelation 21 opens the final vision of the book after the defeat of evil and judgment. John sees a new heaven and a new earth, then the holy city enters the scene. Verse 2 is part of a short section that moves from the end of the old order to the promise of God's direct presence with His people.

Themes to notice

  • New CreationGod is shown bringing a renewed world that replaces the former order.
  • Holy CityThe new Jerusalem represents a prepared place of purity, peace, and divine presence.
  • Bridal ImageThe city's beauty and readiness suggest joy, covenant love, and celebration.

Questions for Revelation 21:2

  • What does it mean that the city comes down from God rather than being built by people?
  • Why do you think John uses bridal language to describe the new Jerusalem?
  • How does this verse shape the way you think about God's future with His people?

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Revelation 21

A New Heaven and a New Earth

1Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and earth had passed away, and the sea was no more.2I saw the holy city, the new Jerusalem, coming down out of heaven from God, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband.

3And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying:

“Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man,

and He will dwell with them.

They will be His people,

and God Himself will be with them as their God.

4‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’

and there will be no more death

or mourning or crying or pain,

for the former things have passed away.”

5And the One seated on the throne said, “Behold, I make all things new.” Then He said, “Write this down, for these words are faithful and true.”

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