In symbolic language, what is represented by winds?

Answer

Strife, war, commotion. See Jer. 25: 31-33; 49: 36, 37.
NOTE - That winds denote strife and war is evident from the vision itself. As result of the striving
of the winds, kingdoms rise and fall.
 

Why does God manifest such mercy and long-suffering toward men?
Out of what will all be judged?
For whom has a book of remembrance been written?
What command is given under the sixth trumpet?
What will constitute the second plague?
What will the saints do in the new earth?
What universal chorus of praise will then be heard?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle