Thou hast a few names even in Sardis (3) which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in (4) white: for they are (d) worthy.
(3) That is, who have with all religion guarded themselves from sin and moral corruption, even from the very show of evil; (Jude 1:23). (4) Pure from all spot, and shining with glory. So it is to be understood always hereafter, as in (Revelation 3:5).
(d) They are suitable and proper, that is, because they are justified in Christ, as they have truly showed it: for he who acts righteously is righteous in the same way that a tree bears good fruit; (Romans 8:18).