Revelation 22:2
In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.
Revelation 22:2
This verse places the tree of life in the middle of the street, on both sides of the river, bearing twelve kinds of fruit and yielding fruit monthly. The tree’s leaves are for the healing of the nations. This imagery extends the prior River of Life motif into a tangible, nourishing, healing presence. The tree’s fruit each month depicts perpetual sustenance; the leaves for healing indicate ongoing relief from the effects of sin—physical, spiritual, and relational healing. The centrality of life and healing in the new creation reflects God’s consummated redemptive work and the restoration of Edenic promises with a greater fullness.
This passage ties eschatology to God’s original intent for creation—to be a place of life, blessing, and healing. It shows that salvation encompasses more than personal forgiveness; it restores creation’s flourishing, healing nations without barriers. The tree’s fruits and leaves symbolize continual provision and universal healing.
Live with a posture of healing and reconciliation in your relationships and communities. Strive to bring restoration where there’s hurt—offer forgiveness, support the vulnerable, and work for justice that heals divisions. See your daily choices as contributing to a larger story of healing for the nations.
Cross-References: Genesis 2:9; Ezekiel 47:12; Isaiah 35:6-7; Psalm 36:8-9