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What does the Bible mean by 'new' in the context of creation?

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'New' refers to a transformed nature rather than just something that is newly created in time.

In the context of Revelation 21, the term 'new' suggests a creation that possesses a nature fundamentally different from our current reality, as reinforced by the original Greek meaning. It does not imply a timeline but rather a qualitative transformation. Matthew 9:17 illustrates this distinction by explaining that new wine cannot be placed in old bottles; the former requires a new nature, accommodating this transformed essence. Thus, the new heaven and earth will embody a reality devoid of sin and decay, aligning with God's original perfect creation before the fall.
Scripture References: Matthew 9:17

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