The Lampstands of Revelation

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Notice what was represented by the lampstands in the Revelation. Revelation 1:20 says:

‘The seven lampstands signify the seven congregations.’

So, these lampstands must picture callings or groups of Christians. And where a lampstand is spoken of as being ‘removed’ (as at Revelation 2:5), this appears to indicate that the group or gathering will be removed from its position of favor.