New heavens and new earth

A way of referring to the new creation that will come about at the end of time. The theme of the restoration and re-creation of the world is a central aspect of the Christian hope.

The new heavens and new earth will replace the old

Isaiah 65:17 See also Hebrews 12:26–27; 2 Peter 3:12–13; Revelation 21:1

For behold, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind.

The nature of the new heavens and new earth

Their permanence

Isaiah 66:22 See also Hebrews 12:28

“For just as the new heavens and the new earth, which I will make, will endure before Me,” declares the LORD, “so your descendants and your name will endure.

The place of God's presence

Revelation 21:3

And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God.

The effects of the fall will be reversed

Revelation 21:4 See also Isaiah 65:20, Isaiah 65:23, Isaiah 65:25

‘He will wipe away every tear from their eyes,’ and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away.”