Ellen G. White uses "joyas" (jewels) in her writings both literally and symbolically: 1. Symbolic Meaning: Jewels often represent God's people, the redeemed, or those whose lives are "hid with Christ." For example, she writes, "The disciples of Christ are called His jewels, His precious and peculiar treasure" (MB 89.3; 6T 309.4; GW 517.2). 2. Spiritual Value vs. Outward Adornment: Ellen White contrasts the value of spiritual adornment—such as a meek and humble spirit—with outward adornment like gold rings and jewelry. She expresses concern about vanity and encourages seeking wisdom and character, which she describes as "more precious than rubies" (4T 643.5; 1T 20.2). 3. Visions and Parables: In her visions, jewels symbolize precious truths or people. For example, she describes a vision where jewels, diamonds, and coins are gathered and placed in a beautiful casket, representing the gathering of God's faithful ones (EW 83.3, EW 83.6). She also uses jewels in poetry and parables to illustrate the reward of the faithful (LS80 301.1; LS88 301.1). 4. Historical/Biblical Context: She references the biblical story of the Israelites taking "jewels of silver, and jewels of gold" from the Egyptians as part of God's providence (3SG 191.1; 1SP 171.2). 5. Heavenly Imagery: In her descriptions of heaven, Ellen White mentions precious stones and gold, such as "windows of agates," "gates of carbuncles," and "borders of pleasant stones" (PK 724.5), as well as tables of stone with names engraved in gold (1T 69.1). In summary, Ellen White encourages believers to value spiritual adornment and character above outward display, using "joyas" (jewels) as a symbol of spiritual worth, God's people, and heavenly reward. References: - White, E. G. (1896). Thoughts from the Mount of Blessing (MB), p. 89.3. - White, E. G. (1901). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 6 (6T), p. 309.4. - White, E. G. (1915). Gospel Workers (GW), p. 517.2. - White, E. G. (1881). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 4 (4T), p. 643.5. - White, E. G. (1855). Testimonies for the Church, Vol. 1 (1T), p. 20.2, p. 69.1. - White, E. G. (1882). Early Writings (EW), pp. 83.3, 83.6. - White, E. G. (1880). Life Sketches of Ellen G. White (LS80), p. 301.1. - White, E. G. (1888). Life Sketches of Ellen G. White (LS88), p. 301.1. - White, E. G. (1864). Spiritual Gifts, Vol. 3 (3SG), p. 191.1. - White, E. G. (1870). Spirit of Prophecy, Vol. 1 (1SP), p. 171.2. - White, E. G. (1917). Prophets and Kings (PK), p. 724.5.