From a high mountain John beholds the bride descending from God. New Jerusalem shines like jasper with the glory of the Lord. Twelve pearl gates bear Israel’s names beneath twelve watching angels. Twelve foundations carry the apostles of the Lamb. The New Jerusalem Behold, the former sorrow passes from creation. The throne and Lamb become everlasting light. The redeemed shall reign where no curse remains. Golden reed reveals a city perfect in its height and breadth. Jewelled foundations, jasper wall, and transparent gold reflect the light. Every tear is gathered and forever ended. The holy city opens where the river flows. No temple, sun, or moon is needed; God and Lamb are there. Nations walk within its glory, and no defiling thing can enter. The New Jerusalem Behold, the former sorrow passes from creation. The throne and Lamb become everlasting light. The redeemed shall reign where no curse remains. The New Jerusalem