Overview
The Bible addresses sardis across 5 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Revelation. Closely related themes include Backsliders, Repentance, Temptation and Watchfulness.
Key Bible verses about sardis
New Testament
Revelation
Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.
And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that thou livest, and art dead.
Be watchful, and strengthen the things which remain, that are ready to die: for I have not found thy works perfect before God.
Remember therefore how thou hast received and heard, and hold fast, and repent. If therefore thou shalt not watch, I will come on thee as a thief, and thou shalt not know what hour I will come upon thee.
Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy.
In the Bible dictionary
Studying sardis for yourself
- Begin with Revelation 1:11, then read the passages below in canonical order.
- Widen the study to related themes: Backsliders, Repentance, Temptation and Watchfulness.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Bible say about sardis?
The Bible addresses sardis across 5 verses, drawn from the New Testament. These passages cluster most in Revelation. Closely related themes include Backsliders, Repentance, Temptation and Watchfulness.
How many Bible verses are about sardis?
The Bible references sardis in 5 verses (King James Version).
Where does the Bible first mention sardis?
In canonical order, the first of these passages is Revelation 1:11: “Saying, I am Alpha and Omega, the first and the last: and, What thou seest, write in a book, and send it unto the seven churches which are in Asia; unto Ephesus, and unto Smyrna, and unto Pergamos, and unto Thyatira, and unto Sardis, and unto Philadelphia, and unto Laodicea.”
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