Throughout the Old Testament (Psalm 51:2,7; Ezekiel 36:25) and the New Testament (John 13:10; 15:3; 1 Corinthians 6:11; Hebrews 10:22), water is often used figuratively of spiritual cleansing or regeneration that is brought forth by the Holy Spirit, through the Word of God, at the moment of salvation (Ephesians 5:26; Titus 3:5).
Sa buong Lumang Tipan, (Awit 51:2,7; Ezekiel 36:25) at sa Bagong Tipan (Juan 13:10; 15:3; 1 Corinto 6:11; Hebreo 10:22), ang tubig ay karaniwang ginagamit upang ilarawan ang espiritwal na paglilinis ng Banal na Espiritu sa tao, sa pamamagitan ng Salita ng Diyos sa oras ng kaligtasan (Efeso 5:26; Tito 3:5).