The term "sardine" in the Bible refers to a precious stone, known today as the sardius or carnelian. It is mentioned in the context of biblical descriptions of divine visions and the adornment of sacred objects. The sardine stone is noted for its deep red color, which is often associated with beauty, power, and divine majesty.

Biblical References:

1. Revelation 4:3 : "And the One seated there looked like jasper and carnelian. A rainbow that gleamed like an emerald encircled the throne." In this passage, the sardine stone, translated as "carnelian" in the Berean Standard Bible, is part of the vivid imagery used to describe the appearance of God’s throne in heaven. The stone's rich, red hue symbolizes the glory and majesty of God, contributing to the awe-inspiring vision experienced by the Apostle John.

2. Exodus 28:17-20 : The sardine stone is also part of the high priest's breastplate, known as the Breastplate of Judgment. "And mount on it a setting of gemstones—four rows of stones: The first row shall be a row of ruby, topaz, and emerald; the second row shall be a turquoise, a sapphire, and a diamond; the third row shall be a jacinth, an agate, and an amethyst; and the fourth row shall be a beryl, an onyx, and a jasper. Mount these stones in gold filigree settings." While the Berean Standard Bible does not specifically mention "sardine" in this passage, the stone is traditionally identified with the sardius or carnelian, which is often included in translations as part of the breastplate's adornment. This inclusion signifies the beauty and sacredness of the priestly garments, reflecting the glory of God’s covenant with Israel.

Symbolism and Significance:

The sardine stone's deep red color is often interpreted as a symbol of sacrifice and redemption, themes central to the Christian faith. Its presence in the high priest's breastplate signifies the intercessory role of the priest, who stands before God on behalf of the people. In the vision of Revelation, the sardine stone's appearance in the heavenly throne room underscores the divine authority and holiness of God.

In biblical times, precious stones like the sardine were highly valued not only for their beauty but also for their supposed protective and healing properties. The use of such stones in religious contexts highlights the belief in their spiritual significance and their role in conveying the splendor and majesty of the divine.

Historical and Cultural Context:

The sardine stone, or sardius, was well-known in the ancient world, particularly in regions around the Mediterranean. It was often used in jewelry and seals, prized for its durability and striking color. The name "sardine" is believed to be derived from Sardis, an ancient city in Asia Minor, where the stone was commonly found.

In summary, the sardine stone in the Bible serves as a powerful symbol of divine beauty and authority, woven into the fabric of biblical imagery and religious practice. Its presence in Scripture invites reflection on the majesty of God and the sacredness of His covenant with His people.Sardine stone

(Revelation 4:3, R.V., "sardius;" Hebrews `odhem; LXX., Gr. sardion, from a root meaning "red"), a gem of a blood-red colour. It was called "sardius" because obtained from Sardis in Lydia. It is enumerated among the precious stones in the high priest's breastplate (Exodus 28:17; 39:10). It is our red carnelian.

1. (n.) Any one of several small species of herring which are commonly preserved in olive oil for food, especially the pilchard, or European sardine (Clupea pilchardus). The California sardine (Clupea sagax) is similar. The American sardines of the Atlantic coast are mostly the young of the common herring and of the menhaden.

2. (n.) See Sardius.

SARDIN(E); SARDIUS

sar'-din, sar'-din.

See STONES, PRECIOUS.

4555. sardinos -- sardine.
... 4554, 4555. sardinos. 4556 . sardine. Transliteration: sardinos Phonetic
Spelling: (sar'-dee-nos) Short Definition: sardine. ... sardine. ...
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From the Fourth Chapter.
... 3. "And He that sat upon the throne was, to look upon, like a jasper and a sardine
stone."] Upon the throne he says that he saw the likeness of a jasper and a ...
/.../commentary on the apocolypse of the blessed john/from the fourth chapter.htm

The Open Door.
... We see gates of pearl, and a throne on which sits one like a jasper and a sardine
stone, and the rainbow round about the throne is in sight like unto an emerald ...
/.../the life of duty a years plain sermons v 2/sermon xxxv the open door.htm

The Larger Part of Womankind, However, have had to Fight for ...
... she is mean, but on the contrary, because she is magnanimous; because she wishes
her creative mercy to be over all her works, that not one sardine should be ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/chapter 19 the larger part.htm

The First Part
... And He that sat thereon was to look at like a jasper and a sardine stone, like the
appearance of an emerald; and around the throne were four-and-twenty seats ...
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The Northern Mountains
... Now we scrambled down into the brook, and waded our horses through, amid shoals
of the little spotted sardine, {218a} who are too fearless, or too unaccustomed ...
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Covenanting Enforced by the Grant of Covenant Signs and Seals.
... And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone: and there was
a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald."[679] To the ...
/.../cunningham/the ordinance of covenanting/chapter xi covenanting enforced by.htm

The Miraculous Feeding of the Five Thousand
... Version no doubt gives the meaning fairly by rendering it small fishes,' refers,
no doubt, to those small fishes (probably a kind of sardine) of which millions ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxix the miraculous feeding.htm

Constant, Instant, Expectant
... with their great net; ay, by the score these fishermen take it out and haul it in
again, and frequently they get no more than one little sardine for their pains ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 25 1879/constant instant expectant.htm

The People of the New Earth
... X { Green (Jasper) Blue (Sapphire) Blue (Chalcedony) Green (Emerald) Y { Red (Sardonyx)
Red (Sardine) X { Yellow (Chrysolite) Green (Beryl) Yellow (Topaz ...
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The Saints' Privilege and Profit;
... And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper, and a sardine stone, and there
was a rainbow round about the throne' (Revelation 4:1-3). ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the saints privilege and profit.htm

Sardine (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Sardine stone. (Revelation 4:3, RV, "sardius;" Hebrews
`odhem; LXX., Gr. ... The California sardine (Clupea sagax) is similar. ...
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Sardis (3 Occurrences)

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Issachar (40 Occurrences)
... the tabernacle (Numbers 2:5), this group forming the van of the host (Numbers
10:14 f). The rabbis say that this standard was of 3 colors, sardine, topaz and ...
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Sardeus

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Sardonyx (1 Occurrence)
... on a transparent red basis. Like the sardine, it is a variety of the chalcedony.
Noah Webster's Dictionary. (n.) A variety of onyx ...
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Sat (222 Occurrences)
... Revelation 4:3 And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone:
and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald ...
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Sight (522 Occurrences)
... Revelation 4:3 And he that sat was to look upon like a jasper and a sardine stone:
and there was a rainbow round about the throne, in sight like unto an emerald ...
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