And the gates of it shall not be shut at all by day: for there shall be no night there.
The city's gates will stay wide open all day long, actually, they'll never close because there won't be any night there.
God's city has no closing time because darkness doesn't exist there.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Revelation, John describes a vision of the New Jerusalem, a heavenly city symbolizing God's perfect and eternal kingdom, which was revealed to encourage early Christians facing intense persecution under Roman rule. This imagery draws from ancient urban life, where city gates were routinely shut at night for security against invaders, highlighting the contrast of a divine realm free from threats. The verse reflects the biblical theme of ultimate restoration, where God's presence eliminates all danger and darkness.
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