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sardius Meaning
Wordnet
sardius (n)
a deep orange-red variety of chalcedony
Webster
sardius (n.)
A precious stone, probably a carnelian, one of which was set in Aaron's breastplate.
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a deep orange-red variety of chalcedonyA precious stone, probably a carnelian, one of which was set in Aaron's breastplate.
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The gemstone sardius adorned the breastplate of the High Priest in the ancient Israelite Tabernacle.
The fiery red hue of sardius was said to symbolize courage and strength.
In Revelation, sardius is described as one of the stones adorning the New Jerusalem.
The term "sardius" originates from the Greek word "sardios," referring to the city of Sardis in Turkey, where it was once quarried.
