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The "glassy sea" is the same one that John saw earlier, positioned before the throne of God. (Revelation 4:6) It is similar to "the molten sea" (water container) of Solomon's temple, where he priests obtained water to cleanse themselves. (1 Kings 7:23)   It is thus a fine representation of "the bath of water," that is God's Word, by which Jesus cleanses he priestly congregation of anointed Christians.  (Ephesians 5:25, 26; Hebrews 10:22)  This glass sea is "mingled with fire," indicating that these anointed ones are tested and purged as they obey the high standard set for them.  Further, it reminds us that God's Word contains expressions of fiery judgments against his enemies. (Deuteronomy 9:3; Zephaniah 3:8)  Some of these fiery judgments are manifested in the seven last plagues that are about to be poured out.

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