Overview
Sardius, also called sardine or carnelian, is a reddish gemstone that appears in biblical descriptions of God's glory and sacred objects. This stone was used in the high priest's breastplate and features prominently in John's vision of heaven, representing God's holiness and majesty.
Key Scriptures
"And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardius: and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald." (Revelation 4:3, KJV)
"And the first foundation was jasper; the second, sapphire; the third, a chalcedony; the fourth, an emerald; The fifth, sardonyx; the sixth, sardius." (Revelation 21:19-20, KJV)
"And thou shalt set in it settings of stones, even four rows of stones: the first row shall be a sardius, a topaz, and a carbuncle." (Exodus 28:17, KJV)
Application
Reflect on how God's precious nature and eternal glory should inspire reverence and worship in our daily lives.