In the Bible, things that are lower down, or under, physically, generally represent things that are lower or more external spiritually. In some cases, the lower things have been separated and put away to protect the good, but in others, it can mean that a less exalted idea or good desire is supporting a more exalted one.

(Референци: Arcana Coelestia 4564 [1-2], 8610, 9656)

729. 'Raining' means temptation. This is clear from what has been stated and shown in the preliminary section of this chapter, ¹ to the effect that the flood and deluge of waters, which is called 'raining' here, mean not only temptation but also vastation. This will also be evident from what is to be stated further on about the Flood.

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