What, in prophecy, is symbolized by waters?

Answer

"And he says unto me, The waters which thou saw are peoples, and multitudes, and nations, and tongues."
Rev. 17: 15.

What exhortation is based on the fact that God has forgiven us?
What basis for reconciliation was made by Christ's death?
By what is the knowledge of sin?
In what instruction did He emphasize the importance of keeping the law?
In religious things, to whom alone are we accountable?
Do the Scriptures indicate that there will he violence manifested in this conflict?
Who will walk in the light of the city?

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