“The first thing we are confronted with in this passage beyond the majestic

glory of the heavenly throne room, far more splendid than any government of

earth, is the way in which God is worshipped in this setting. God himself

is indescribable in his glory; jasper and carnelian, not much there for a

descriptor from John’s vision.  The narrative quickly moves on to those

worshipping their creator, the elders and living creatures…”