Revelation 21:12

Easy To Read Version

The city had a large, high wall with twelve gates. There were twelve angels at the gates. On each gate was written the name of one of the twelve family groups of Israel. {\cf2\super [161]}

Cross References

2 Chronicles 9:19

There were statues of 12 lions that stood by the six steps. One lion on each side of each step. There was no throne like this made in any other kingdom.

Ezra 9:9

Yes, we were slaves, but you would not let us be slaves forever. You were kind to us. You made the kings of Persia be kind to us. Your temple was ruined. But you gave us new life so we can build your temple again and fix it like new. God, you helped us build a wall to protect Judah and Jerusalem.

Nehemiah 12:27

The people dedicated the wall of Jerusalem. They brought all the Levites to Jerusalem. The Levites came from the towns they lived in. They came to Jerusalem to celebrate the dedication of the wall of Jerusalem. The Levites came to sing songs of praise and thanks to God. They played their cymbals, {\cf2\super [73]} harps, and lyres. {\cf2\super [74]}

Psalm 122:7

For the good of my brothers and neighbors,\par I pray there will be peace here.\par

Psalm 51:18

God, please be good to Zion. {\cf2\super [308]} \par Rebuild the walls of Jerusalem.\par

Exodus 28:21

There will be twelve jewels on the Judgment Pouch—one jewel for each of the sons of Israel (Jacob). Write the name of one of the sons of Israel on each of the stones. Cut these names into each stone like a worker makes a seal. [249]

Isaiah 54:12

The stones on top of the wall\par will be made from rubies.\par I will use shiny jewels for the gates.\par I will use precious stones\par to build the walls around you.\par

Isaiah 60:18

“There will never again be news of violence\par in your country.\par People will never again attack your country\par and steal from you.\par You will name your walls,\par ‘Salvation.’\par You will name your gates,\par ‘Praise.’\par

Matthew 18:10

“Be careful. Don’t think these little children are worth nothing. I tell you that these children have angels in heaven. And those angels are always with my Father in heaven.

Luke 15:10

In the same way, the angels of God are very happy when one sinner changes his heart.”

Luke 16:22

Later, Lazarus died. The angels took Lazarus and placed him in the arms of Abraham. {\cf2\super [265]} The rich man also died and was buried.

Acts 26:7

This is the promise that all the twelve tribes (family groups) of our people hope to receive. For this hope the Jews serve God day and night. My king, the Jews have accused me because I hope for this same promise!

Hebrews 1:14

All the angels are spirits who serve God and are sent to help those people who will receive salvation.

Revelation 21:13

There were three gates on the east, three gates on the north, three gates on the south, and three gates on the west.

Revelation 21:15

The angel who talked with me had a measuring rod made of gold. The angel had this rod to measure the city, its gates, and its wall.

Revelation 22:14

“Those people who washed their robes {\cf2\super [174]} will be blessed. They will have the right to \{eat the food from\} the tree of life. They can go through the gates into the city.