Smyrna

One of the 7 churches of Revelation — praised for faithfulness under persecution

Asia Minor

About This Place

An ancient city on the Aegean coast (modern Izmir, Turkey). Jesus told the church here 'Do not fear what you are about to suffer' and promised the 'crown of life.' It's one of only two churches (with Philadelphia) that received no criticism in Revelation.

Chapters Mentioning Smyrna

Revelation

Jesus Left Reviews for the Churches

Jesus drops personalized messages to four churches — and He's not holding back. Some get praised, some get called out, and all of them get a promise for those who stay faithful. It's giving performance review from the King of Kings.

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