Revelation 3:4 cpdv — But you have a few names in Sardis who have not defiled their garments. And these shall walk with me in white, because…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"But you have a few names in Sardis who have not defiled their garments. And these shall walk with me in white, because they are worthy. "

— Revelation 3:4, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Revelation 3 — Context

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“And to the Angel of the Church of Sardis write: Thus says he who has the seven spirits of God and the seven stars: I know your works, that you have a name which is alive, but you are dead.

2

Be vigilant, and confirm the things that remain, lest they soon die out. For I do not find your works to be full in the sight of my God.

3

Therefore, keep in mind the way that you have received and heard, and then observe it and repent. But if you will not be vigilant, I will come to you like a thief, and you will not know at what hour I will come to you.

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But you have a few names in Sardis who have not defiled their garments. And these shall walk with me in white, because they are worthy.

5

Whoever prevails, so shall he be clothed in white vestments. And I will not delete his name from the Book of Life. And I will confess his name in the presence of my Father and in the presence of his Angels.

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Whoever has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the Churches.

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And to the Angel of the Church of Philadelphia write: Thus says the Holy One, the True One, he who holds the key of David. He opens and no one closes. He closes and no one opens.

Revelation 3:4 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Revelation 3:4 say?
Revelation 3:4 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “But you have a few names in Sardis who have not defiled their garments. And these shall walk with me in white, because they are worthy. ”
Where is Revelation 3:4 in the Bible?
Revelation 3:4 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Revelation, chapter 3, verse 4.
Who wrote Revelation?
Revelation is traditionally attributed to John (traditionally John the Apostle, exiled on Patmos). It was written c. AD 95.
What is the book of Revelation about?
Revelation is the unveiling of Jesus Christ — risen, reigning, returning. Through vivid, symbolic visions it shows the church's suffering, Christ's victory, the judgment of evil, and the new heavens and new earth where God dwells with his people forever. The Bible's grand finale.
What are the major themes of Revelation?
Revelation explores themes including Christ Victorious, Judgment, Worship, Endurance, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of Revelation 3:4.
What translation should I read Revelation 3:4 in?
Revelation 3:4 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Revelation 3:4?
Revelation 3:4 reads (CPDV): “But you have a few names in Sardis who have not defiled their garments. And these shall walk with me in white, because they are worthy. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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