And to her was granted that she should be arrayed in fine linen, clean and white: for the fine linen is the righteousness of saints.
She was given the most beautiful, pure white linen to wear, and that linen? It represents all the good and right things God's people have done.
The bride gets dressed in the goodness of everyone who chose to follow God.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Revelation, written by the Apostle John during his exile on the island of Patmos around 95 AD, this verse is part of a visionary description of the wedding of the Lamb, symbolizing Christ's union with his faithful followers, the Church. The imagery of fine linen, clean and white, draws from ancient Jewish and early Christian culture where such garments represented purity and the righteous deeds of God's people, often seen in priestly attire and wedding customs. This reflects the broader biblical theme of God's people being prepared for divine celebration amid persecution and trials faced by early Christians.
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