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Revelation 4:6
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
Revelation 4:6
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
6 (A)In front of the throne was something that resembled a sea of glass like crystal.[a]
In the center and around the throne, there were four living creatures covered with eyes in front and in back.
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- 4:6 A sea of glass like crystal: an image adapted from Ez 1:22–26. Four living creatures: these are symbols taken from Ez 1:5–21; they are identified as cherubim in Ez 10:20. Covered with eyes: these suggest God’s knowledge and concern.
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