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The Sea

Writer's picture: Diane CordaireDiane Cordaire

Updated: Jan 19



One of the earliest symbolic uses of the sea is found in Genesis 1:2 of the Hebrew scriptures (Old Testament). The sea here symbolizes the formless, unorganized state of existence preceding God’s creation.


Frequent references to the sea and waters appear in the Book of Psalms. Psalms 74:13 and 89:9 represent God subduing the chaotic and dangerous sea and waters. This symbolizes God’s control over chaos and disorder.


New Testament seas metaphorically represent obstacles between humanity and God, frequently symbolizing death and the unknown. The book of Revelations depicts the sea as a temporary entity, fated to disappear. According to Revelation 21:1, the new heaven and new earth will be a place without a sea.

 

I have always viewed my mind and soul as a sea. Our minds, like our sea, fraught with tribulation and disquiet. Jesus has the power to soothe the turmoil in our sea of thoughts. Shifting your mind is shifting your sea. Your reality and the way you view things can be changed by shifting your perspective.

 

 

Gentile nations are symbolized by the sea in prophetic writings. One example is Isaiah 60:5, which describes the wealth of the seas coming, points towards the inclusion of Gentile nations. The four beasts rising from the sea in Daniel’s vision (Daniel 7:2-3) symbolize the rise of Gentile empire.

In the continuation of Daniel 7, a strong-looking head of state is depicted initiating war against God’s people. He also has the power to change time and laws. Who has God’s people in his hands? While I have a good idea, I think you should explore it on your own.

 

Let’s continue with the sea.


In Exodus chapters 13 and 14, the incredible story unfolds of God’s intervention: splitting the Red Sea to free the Israelites from Egyptian bondage. I also learned of another nearby sea called the Reed Sea. Over time, the shifting of Earth’s geography placed this sea in the same location as where the Israelites crossed. On that same day, 500 miles away, an island volcano erupted, creating tsunamis that may have parted the Reed Sea. The parting of the sea was God’s doing, but it was synchronized with an earthly occurrence. Search it out for yourselves!


After the Israelites crossed, the sea’s waters reversed, engulfing the pursuing Egyptians. This landmark event altered the course of Israeli history and continues to affect billions globally until this very day.

 

Numerous important biblical events revolve around the sea and its symbolic meaning. It represents chaos, disorder, and the unknown. It provides a setting for divine displays of power and control, highlighting key contrasts between fear and safety, chaos and order. Examining the symbols, cultural and historical backgrounds enhance our understanding of the Bible’s story and its meaning. The sea serves as a metaphor, illustrating God’s boundless wisdom, power, and interaction with humanity. Our journey, like the sea, is erratic and mysterious, yet always under divine guidance.

 


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