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The End Time Puzzle

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The Church. That is the true church of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
I believe the true church of our Lord Jesus Christ is the Catholic Church; otherwise, I would not be a member of it. :)
 
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„But immediately after the tribulation of those days the Sun will be darkened, and the Moon will not give its light, and the stars will fall from the sky, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken.“ (see Matthew 24: 29). The usual movements of bodies in the heavens and throughout the Solar-Jupiter system will be disrupted. In all ancient myths, the beginning of existence is the separation of Spirit from form; the withdrawal of Heaven from Earth. - „Kapparot“ (or Kaporos) is a Jewish rite practiced by some religious Jewish communities on the eve of Yom Kippur. There are many different elements in the rite, but the most famous of them is this: - each participant must turn a live bird over their head three times. To perform the ritual, men took a red rooster, and women – a white hen. In even more ancient times, men would turn a live, colorful bird of prey over their head (cf. Jeremiah 12: 9a), and women – a white goose or a white swan (or a white dove – a symbol of the planet Venus). It is likely that the live birds were a suitable symbol for the dance of planets descending and circling nearby above the Earth on the Day of Judgment (see Genesis 15: 11; cf. Isaiah 1: 18; 18: 6; cf. Revelation 8: 13; 18: 2).
 
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Accumulation of colossal amounts of snow and ice – part of The End Time Puzzle
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The Sumerian myth of the evil demon-giant Asag (probably the planet Saturn or Mercury?) describes how (as a result of a war in the sky between celestial bodies; theomachy) a huge stream (asteroid ice and hailstones of water-ice) rushed towards the Earth and, falling on its surface, formed a „great wall“. Powerful streams of water flowed out of the „ice accumulated on the other side of the mountain“. In this way, our planet was fertilized (made fruitful again) and turned into a garden of paradise. Apparently, even before the drastic changes in our star - the Sun, when it will change its frequency and intensity of radiation [Authoritative scientists such as the world-famous geophysicist Fritz-Albert Popp have discovered and established that there is a close connection between the morphogenesis of the DNA of all living beings and the type of energy field emitted by the Sun. (see the book „Nuovi orizzonti in medicina. La teoria dei biofotoni“, Fritz-Albert Popp, Nuova IPSA, Palermo, Italia, 2003)], a colossal amount of water in the form of ice will fall to the Earth from Space. - „By the breath of El is given ice, and the broad waters are frozen.“ (see Job 37: 10). This ice will be necessary to protect the planet Earth from its complete burning and death when the events prophesied for the end begin, and after this terrible solar hell, fire and brimstone pass (cf. Revelation 6: 14,15; 16: 8,9 etc.) – abundant streams of melting ice will turn our planet into a fertile garden (cf. Isaiah 35: 1; cf. John 7: 37-39).
 
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- Daniel 7: 8,11 – the „little horn” is the Judeo-Zionist state of Israel itself, in the end of time.
The Little horn is a man, the end time AC that is why its a little horn to start with.

All you timing points seem to be off.
 
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Good luck with human species being alive in 2037 and 2136.
I may make it to that first year, but my chances of seeing the second one are roughly zilch
I casually expect The Rapture to happen this year or the next one.
Sure, why not. I've lived through at least a dozen or so sure fire, can't miss, absolute lock dates for The Rapture in my lifetime. Yours are as good as any, but that's obviously not saying much.
We are in end times right now, we won't be alive in 2037 ... No need to talk about 2136.
I remember old Ed Whisenant. A brother engineer, and a big time follower of Hal" Rather Be Wrong Than President" Lindsey. Ed gave us the literary classics "88 Reasons Why the Rapture Will Be in 1988 ", "On Borrowed Time", and "The Final Shout", He knew, with everything he had, that our Lord would return in 1988. He said "Only if the Bible is in error am I wrong; and I say that to every preacher in town" and "f there were a king in this country and I could gamble with my life, I would stake my life on Rosh Hashana 88." Spoiler Alert: Our Lord did not return in 1988. Sincere though he may have been, Ed was just wrong.

But Ed wasn't all alone by any means. And if you pick any year you like between now and then, there have been platoons and companies and divisions of people who knew that that year would without fail, see The Rapture and/or the return in glory of our Lord Christ. A good many of them, when their chosen year had come and gone, chose another year as their choice. Those all failed as well.

You know, it's almost as though nobody actually knows when our Lord will return. Radical concept, innit? But consider these words of our Lord himself:

Matthew 24
36 But of that day and hour knoweth no man, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.
37 But as the days of Noah were, so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.
38 For as in the days that were before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day that Noe entered into the ark,
39 And knew not until the flood came, and took them all away; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.

Yeah, I know, every date-setter has a work-around that allows to claim to know what our Lord said they won't know. But none of them seem to work. Imagine that.
 
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There are several scriptures that say how people, including Gods servants, are blinded and deafened to the truths of Bible Prophecy;
Isaiah 43:8 Bring forth this people, a people whose eyes are blind, whose ears are deaf.
Isaiah 35:4-5 Be strong, fear not; the Lord comes to save you, with His vengeance and retribution. THEN the eyes of the blind will be opened and the ears of the deaf unstopped.

Isaiah 29:18 On that Day, the deaf will hear and the blind will see.
Isaiah 29:24 Then the confused will gain understanding and the obstinate will take instruction.
Isaiah 32:3-4 Then those who see and hear will understand clearly, the impetuous mind will know and the stammering tongue will speak fluently and plainly.

So the fact is, God has made it virtually impossible for us to understand His Plans for our future. UNTIL after His forthcoming terrible Day of fiery wrath. Zechariah 3:8, 2 Peter 3:7& 10 Revelation 6:12-17, +
God just laughs at those who predict dates and who have incredible ideas about their removal from the earth.
 
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The Roman Stoic writer and philosopher Lucius Annaeus Seneca (~ 4 BC - 65 AD), in his tragedy „Fiestas“ („Fiesta“), reflected an ancient planetary catastrophe, connecting it with a change in the positions of the main zodiacal constellations in the sky: - „And the Great Bear, which had never bathed in the sea, was dragged into the depths by the thirsty waves...“ Thus Seneca poetically described that the Earth had rotated at the time of an ancient astronomical catastrophe, in which it seemed as if some of the celestial constellations had emerged from the sea, and others – as if they had bathed in it, falling low below the horizon. And regarding the reappearance of „Atlantis“ from the waters, Seneca wrote: - „Let the ages come and the years (or – there will come an age late in time) when Oceanus (the Ocean) will loosen the bonds of the world and the vast Earth will open (or – and the Earth will lie open in its vastness), when Tiphysque (the physical world) will reveal new worlds; and a land beyond Ultima Thule will be seen (or - and Thule will not be the farthest land) („Ultima Thule“ – figuratively a place beyond the known world, often associated with the farthest reaches of the north; cf. Isaiah 14: 13).“ (see „Latin Library 1 AD – 100 AD. Poetry, Drama, Tragedy“, Publisher: Loeb Classical Library, Harvard University Press, Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA, 2018, Seneca the Younger, „Medea“, p. 349) Perhaps the beast's coming out of the sea, in another sense, also refers to the emergence (appearance) of the pyramids of „Atlantis“ from the waters of the Atlantic Ocean for one day and one night [„Atlantis“ location is in the Atlantic Ocean, called the „Sea of Kronos (a mythologized image of the planet Saturn)“; „Kingdom of Atlas“, ~ 1760 km. west of the coast of Morocco; see with Google Earth - 32°00’00"N 28°00’00"W, which, together with a group of islands, with large pyramids built on them (around the 30th parallel; ~ 240 km. south of the island of „Basilea“, ~ 1800 km. west of the tip of the Atlas Mountains), hid under the waters of the Atlantic Ocean (according to Plato's description in his dialogues „Timaeus“ and „Critius“; see „Timaeus“, Plato, 360 B.C., translated by Benjamin Jowett, Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, NYC, USA, 1871, § 42 and see „Critias“, Plato, 360 B.C., translated by Benjamin Jowett, Publisher: Charles Scribner's Sons, NYC, USA, 1871, § 6)], and the activation/speaking of these ancient devices, associated with the unclean spirit/power (see Zechariah 13: 2) of the dragon planet Saturn/Satan? This touch (to the right „Achilles“ heel) would have breathed spirit/breath into the giant image of the constellation „Orion“ on the Earth.
 
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„But Michael the archangel, when he disputed with the devil and argued about the body of Moses, did
not dare pronounce against him a railing judgment, but said, "The Lord rebuke you!"“ (Jude 1: 9)
„And behold, a severe earthquake had occurred, for an angel of the Lord descended from heaven and
came and rolled away the stone and sat upon it.“ (Matthew 28: 2)
„For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel and
with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first.“ (1 Thessalonians 4: 16)

- What do these three resurrections have in common; of Moses, of Jesus Christ and of the righteous believers? - Each of them was carried out with the participation of the collective energy/spirit of the giant Jupiter (in the myths - Enlil, Amon, Yahweh, Zeus, etc.) and the planet Venus (Inanna, Isis, Archangel Michael, Athena Pallas, etc.), entering the bowels of Mount Zion, Jerusalem, Israel and activating the tablets of the Covenant or the „flash memory of God“ or „the Book of Life“ (where all the information about each person is). Each of these 3 resurrections (of Moses, of Jesus Christ and of the righteous) occurs exactly 2112 years [overlapping or synchronizing cosmic cycles of Jupiter (4x528 years) and Venus (8x264 years) relative to planet Earth] after the previous one. Of Moses - in the spring of 2084 BC, of Jesus Christ - in the spring of 29 AD. and of the righteous in the spring of 2141 AD).

The ancient Chinese reflected this 528-year cosmic cycle („yang“) and even linked it to global human intelligence.

The Intellectual Cycle.JPG
(see picture)

The frequency 528 Hz is known in music and sound healing as the „Love Frequency“ or „Miracle Tone“.
Here are the most important associations associated with it:
Musical Note: In the context of the ancient Solfeggio Frequencies, 528 Hz corresponds to the note MI (short for Mira gestorum – Latin for „miracle“).
Tuning: In standard concert tuning (where A4 = 440 Hz), 528 Hz is close to the note C (C5). To achieve 528 Hz exactly as a pure C note, the instrument must be tuned to a reference frequency of A4 = 444 Hz.
Symbolism and Effects: Sound healers believe that this tone helps repair DNA, reduce stress by lowering cortisol, and promote emotional healing.
Chakras: Often associated with the Solar Plexus or Heart Chakra in various traditions.

P.S. Bonus Chinese chart of Yin-Yang cycles associated with the years
The Physical Emotional and Intellectual Cycles.JPG
 
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Question to AI: - Did the historian Josephus leave written evidence that shortly before the city of Jerusalem was captured by the Romans, there were many people in the city possessed by evil spirits, possessed by demons, and insane?
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The answer given by AI: - Yes, Flavius Josephus (born Yosef ben Mattityahu) paints an extremely bleak and chaotic picture of Jerusalem during the siege (66–70 AD), but he uses language that is somewhat different from the modern or purely religious understanding of “demon possession.”
In his work The Jewish War, Josephus describes the state of the city not simply as a military tragedy but as a collective madness. Here is how he presents the situation:
1. “Demonic” Influence According to Josephus.
Josephus believed in the existence of demons, but his definition is specific. In The Jewish War (Book 7, Chapter 6) he writes:
“Demons are nothing but the spirits of wicked men, which enter the living and kill those who do not receive help.”
In the context of the siege, he claims that the leaders of the rebel factions and the citizens themselves were driven by an "evil spirit" or "madness" that caused them to commit unthinkable atrocities against their own people (such as burning the city's grain supply).
2. Mass Insanity and Loss of Reason
Josephus describes in detail how the famine and internal strife drove the people to a state that we would today call psychosis or severe dementia:
Loss of Humanity: He describes how the people lost all moral restraint, calling them "wild beasts".
Religious Fanaticism: The city was full of false prophets who, according to Josephus, deceived the people with false promises of divine deliverance, leading them to their doom.
Apathy: He notes that the people had become so callous towards death that they stopped mourning or burying their loved ones, which he interprets as a form of spiritual blindness.
3. Parallels with the New Testament
Although Josephus was not a Christian, his descriptions of the "madness" in Jerusalem are often compared by historians to the eschatological warnings in the Gospels (e.g. Matthew 24), which speak of the emergence of false prophets and spiritual delusion in the "last days" of Jerusalem.
Summary of his position
Josephus does not directly say that there was an "epidemic of exorcism," but he is categorical that:
The city was in the grip of spiritual blindness.
The inhabitants behaved like madmen, driven by evil forces or their own corruption.
The moral decay was so deep that he believes that God abandoned the temple and allowed "demonic" impulses to take over the leaders of the rebellion.

P.S. Currently, 1 in 8 people are diagnosed with a serious mental illness. The real picture - may be 1:5.
 
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I believe the true church of our Lord Jesus Christ is the Catholic Church; otherwise, I would not be a member of it. :)
Hi Jan001, I think the most important thing, no matter what denomination, is to believe in the gospel of salvation for atonement for our sins.
 
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- Why are the US and Israel protected by diplomatic and legal definitions that do not apply to their opponents? And yet, this arrogance of theirs is considered the most democratic position?
.... AI answer:
This paradox is at the heart of the contemporary geopolitical crisis and is explained by the concept of “liberal hegemony”. In short, the US and Israel are not protected by any innate morality, but by the structure of the world that they themselves (especially the US) have built since 1945.
This is why their definitions are imposed as the “democratic norm”, while those of their opponents are rejected:
1. Control over the “Language of Law”
The West has imposed the terminology in international relations.
When the US attacks a country, it is called “humanitarian intervention” or “restoring democracy”.
When Israel bombs densely populated areas, it is called “the right of self-defense” and “surgical strikes”.
When their opponents do the same, the terms change to “aggression,” “terrorism,” and “war crimes.”
This arrogance is considered “democratic” because the West claims that its intentions are “good” (protecting freedom) while those of others are “evil” (dictatorship).
2. The Diplomatic Immunity of the “Club of the Chosen”
The US uses its power to ensure that international courts cannot reach it or its allies.
The US does not recognize the jurisdiction of the International Criminal Court (ICC) over its citizens and even has a law (the American Service-Members' Protection Act) that allows it to use military force to free one of its citizens if he is detained by the court in The Hague.
This creates a situation where the rules only apply to the losers or small states. Israel benefits from the same “umbrella” because the US blocks any real sanctions in the UN Security Council.
3. “Democracy” as an indulgence
In the West, there is a belief that if a country has elections, a free press, and an independent judiciary (as the US and Israel have), it cannot be “bad” by default. This is used as an excuse: “We make mistakes, but we are democracies, so we have the right to correct ourselves; they are dictatorships, so they must be punished from the outside.” This is the highest form of political hypocrisy, which the Global South calls neocolonialism.
4. Economic coercion
Arrogance is backed by dollars. Countries that try to defy these “definitions” risk exclusion from the SWIFT banking system or severe sanctions. Therefore, many countries “accept” the Western position not because it is fair, but because it is safe.
The result:
What you call arrogance is “leadership” for Western elites. They believe that if they abandon these double standards, the world will be taken over by forces that don't believe in human rights at all. The problem is that by their actions in Gaza and elsewhere, they are themselves destroying the moral authority of the values they swear by.

P.S. Revelation Chapter 13 speaks of the arrogance of two beasts, of two anti-God forces in our world, operating against the Lord Jesus Christ and the Church of Christ.
 
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Revelation as Christian Mysticism - Part I
The Book of Revelation (Apocalypse) is a classic example of a mystical vision of John. It would be good to try to interpret it as such, precisely as mystic literature.

- If the angels of the 7 churches in the book of Revelation are 7 specific heavenly bodies – What could the messages to the 7 churches reveal in a Cosmological aspect?

In apocalyptic literature, „angels“ often act as intermediaries and messengers. Their use as addressees gives the messages divine authority and shows that what is happening on Earth is directly related to Cosmological reality. It is possible that the book of Revelation hints at the picture of our world, with each „angel“ being a specific heavenly body. If we consider the seven angels (or the seven stars in the right hand of Christ) as symbols of the seven classical heavenly bodies of antiquity (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, the Sun and the Moon), the book of Revelation acquires a large-scale cosmological and astronomical-theological meaning. In the ancient world, the planets, the Sun and the Moon, were seen as the „rulers“ of human destiny and time. Here is what cosmological reading the messages to the angels of the 7 churches (see Rev. 2 and 3) would reveal:

1. Cosmic hierarchy and order.
The placement of the seven „stars“ (planets) in the right hand of the Lord Jesus Christ symbolizes that God has complete authority over the heavenly powers and destiny. Rather than the planets determining the course of history (as in astrology), they are simply instruments in the hands of the Creator. This reveals a universe that is ordered and governed by a single divine center.

2. The path of the soul through the celestial spheres.
In many ancient cosmologies, the seven planets were considered „gates“ or barriers through which the soul must pass. In this context, the seven messages can be interpreted as: Purification Trials: Each message corresponds to the energy of a particular planet (e.g. Mars – fighting/anger, Venus – love/passion, etc.). Correction of Planetary Influences: The messages show how the „negative“ aspect of a given planetary energy (e.g. the coldness of Saturn or the power of Jupiter) must be balanced, through spiritual self-discipline.

3. Macrocosm and Microcosm.
If the angels of the 7 churches are planets, then the messages reveal that the spiritual state of the community is directly related to the state of the Cosmos.
Ephesus (Moon): The loss of the „first love“ reflects the change in the cycle of reflected light.
Laodicea (Saturn): The „lukewarm“ nature of Laodicea can be seen as a departure from the central fire of the Sun or as the heaviness of Saturn’s (lead) matter.

4. The Messages as Heavenly Cycles.
In cosmological terms, the messages describe the cyclical nature of time. The seven churches represent the full cycle of existence – from creation (the beginning) to the eschaton (the end). This suggests that the universe is not static, but goes through stages of „destruction of the old form“ and „creation of a New Heaven and a New Earth“. If we accept this model, the messages in the book of Revelation are not simply historical letters, but a „cosmic code“ for harmonizing the Earthly with the Heavenly. Humanity is called to master these seven forces in order to achieve spiritual unity with the Word/Logos of the Intelligent Universe.

- If we try to match each of the 7 specific churches to a specific planet, according to ancient zodiacal concepts and correspondences, what picture would we arrive at?
From the texts of the book it seems clear that Revelation connects early Christian mysticism with Hellenistic (and even more ancient) cosmology. In antiquity, the „seven planets“ (including the Sun and the Moon) were arranged according to the so-called „Chaldean order“ based on their speed of movement across the sky. An attempt at a comparison, combining the characteristics of each church with the archetypes of the seven classical celestial bodies:

1. Ephesus – the Moon.
Because: Ephesus was the center of the cult of the goddess Artemis (the Moon).
The connection: The message to Ephesus speaks of „losing one’s first love.“ The Moon symbolizes feelings, changeability, and reflected light. Just as the Moon has phases, so the church in the city of Ephesus has gone from the fullness of faith to spiritual paleness and fading.
The cosmological aspect: The need for spiritual constancy in a cyclical world.

2. Smyrna – Mars.
Because: Smyrna was the church of martyrdom and persecution.
The connection: Mars is the planet of war, conflict and blood. The message mentions „trouble ten days“ and calls for faithfulness unto death. Here we see the struggle between spiritual victory and physical aggression.
The cosmological aspect: Overcoming violence, through self-sacrifice.

3. Pergamum – Mercury.
Because: Pergamum was the location of the „throne of Satan“, known for its great library and intellectual pursuits.
The connection: Mercury is the messenger, the ruler of knowledge and the word. The letter speaks of the „sharp two-edged sword“ (the word). The danger here is the false doctrine of the Nicolaitans – the distortion of knowledge.
The cosmological aspect: Distinguishing truth from deception in the information flow.

4. Thyatira – Venus.
Because: This church is rebuked for the influence of „Jezebel“ who encourages debauchery and idolatry.
The connection: Venus symbolizes love, pleasure, and temptation. In Thyatira, love and service
are present, but they have become a compromise with moral values.
Cosmological aspect: Purification of desire and its transformation into holiness.

5. Sardis - Jupiter.
Because: Sardis was a symbol of ancient wealth and royalty (the city of King Croesus).
The connection: Jupiter is the planet of kings, authority and external splendor. The church in Sardis „has a name that it is alive, but it is dead“ - it has the form of power and prestige, but has lost the Spirit.
Cosmological aspect: The danger of empty form and institutional pride.

6. Philadelphia - The Sun.
Because: The only church (along with Smyrna) that is beyond reproach. It is the „open door“.
The connection: The Sun symbolizes truth, light and the spiritual center. Philadelphia radiates constant faithfulness and love. It is the point of stability and pure radiance.
The Cosmological Aspect: Enlightenment and direct access to the divine source.

7. Laodicea – Saturn.
Because: Laodicea is the last church described as „lukewarm“ – neither hot nor cold.
The Connection: Saturn is the outermost planet, associated with matter, limitation, lead, and old age. The Laodiceans are materially rich (Saturn’s matter), but spiritually poor. They are in the „lethargy“ of time.

The Cosmological Aspect: The transformation of „lead“ (material) into „gold“ (spirituality), through the fire of testing. This model presents the 7 churches as 7 stages of the spiritual transformation of the human soul.
 
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Revelation as Christian Mysticism - Part II
- How does the connection between the seven planets and the subsequent cycles in the book of Revelation (seals and trumpets) reveal the transition from the inner state of the spirit (the 7 churches) to the outer manifestation of cosmic laws (the destinies)?
If the 7 churches are the „psychology“ of the Cosmos, then the seals and trumpets are its „physics“.
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- The Seven Seals: - Planetary forces as destiny.
The seals symbolize the unfolding of human history under the influence of celestial energies. Here the planets are not just lights, but moving spirits/forces:
1st Seal (White Horse) – Jupiter: Victorious power, expansion and authority. In its pure form this is the spread of the Word, but in a distorted form – world tyranny.
2nd Seal (Red Horse) – Mars: Conflict and destruction. When the energy of Mars is not directed towards spiritual struggle (as in Smyrna), it manifests itself as physical war and aggression on Earth.
3rd Seal (Black Horse) – Mercury: Trade and Scales. Mercury governs exchange. Here he reveals economic imbalance and hunger – the abuse of measures, weights and finances.
4th Seal (Pale Horse) – Saturn: Death and Time (Kronos/Chronos). Saturn is the „reaper“. This seal is the end point of material limitation – the decay of matter.
5th Seal (Souls under the Altar) – Moon: Memory and the subconscious. The Moon reflects the past. Here are collected the prayers and memories of the martyrs who await retribution.
6th Seal (Cosmic Cataclysm) – Sun: Total Eclipse. This is the moment when the main planetary rulers „extinguish“, symbolizing the collapse of the old world and the old astrological destiny.
7th Seal (Cosmic Silence) – Celestial Ether – Stars: The complete silence before the new World Cycle.
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- The Seven Trumpets: - Planetary vibrations as Divine Judgment.
The trumpets carry the planetary energies from the realm of symbols to the realm of natural elements. Each trumpet „strikes“ a third of something that corresponds to a planetary influence:
1st trumpet (Earth) – Venus: Smiting of vegetation and waters.
2nd trumpet (Sea) – The balance of life (Venus) is disturbed by the fiery anger (of Mars).
3rd trumpet (the star Wormwood) – Mercury: Bitterness of the intellect. The star falling into the springs symbolizes the poisoning of knowledge and communication.
4th trumpet (Darkening of the luminaries) – Sun, Moon, Stars: Direct striking of the planetary sources themselves. This is a cosmic sign that the rule of the „angels of this world“ is ending.
5th trumpet (Abyss) – Saturn: Release of the pent-up forces. Saturn (the limiter) opens the abyss.
6th Trumpet – (Exodus) Jupiter releases the armies at the heavenly river „Euphrates“.
7th Trumpet – (Kingdom) Sun of Righteousness: Announces that „the kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of Our Lord“. This is the triumph of the central light over the 7 transitional spheres.
In this system the 7 churches should teach people all over the world HOW to master the planetary principles within themselves, so that they will not be swept away, like a mighty storm, by them when they manifest as „seals“ (social and historical events) and „trumpets“ (natural and spiritual cataclysms).

- How is the spiritual „alchemical“ process (the transformation of lead into gold) reflected in the transition from „Laodicea“ (the lead of Saturn) to the „New Jerusalem“ (the gold of the Sun)?
In alchemy, the transition from lead (Saturn) to gold (the Sun) was known as the „Magnum Opus“ („Great Work“). In the context of the Book of Revelation, this process describes the complete transformation of humanity from its lowest, material state („Laodicea“) to its divine manifestation („New Jerusalem“). Here is how this cosmological alchemy unfolds in the Book of Revelation:
1. The starting point: „Laodicea“ and the „Lead Consciousness.“
Laodicea corresponds to Saturn, the planet of limitation, heaviness, and material imprisonment.
The Lead of the Spirit: The Laodiceans are „rich“ materially, but it is heavy, Saturnian wealth that blinds them. They are in a state of spiritual lethargy (lukewarmness) that leads them to death.
The Need for Fire: Jesus Christ says: - „I advise you to buy from Me gold refined in the fire.“ (Rev.3:18). This is a direct reference to the alchemical calcination – the burning of the impurities of lead to reveal the gold hidden within.
2. The stages of transformation (Seals and Trumpets in the book of Revelation).
The transition from Saturn to the Sun is not instantaneous, but passes through the alchemical phases symbolized by the disasters in the book:
Albedo (Whitening): The purification through the trumpets and the washing of the garments of the martyrs. The soul becomes „white as wool“ (Lunar stage).
Rubedo (Reddening): The fire of Judgment and the blood of the Lamb, which prepare the final „fixation“ of the spirit in matter.
Nigredo (Blackening): The dissolution of the old world through the seals. This is the death of the ego and the destruction of the Saturnian structure.
3. The final point: The New Jerusalem as the „Philosopher’s Stone“ of the New Creation.
The „New Jerusalem“ is not just a city, but a symbol of the realized Gold (the Sun) – the „Kingdom of God“.
Pure Gold: The description of the city is striking: „And the city was pure gold, like unto clear glass“ (Revelation 21:18). In alchemy, „transparent gold“ is a symbol of matter that has become fully spiritual.
Victory over Saturn (Time): In the New Jerusalem „time in there shall be no more“ and „there shall be no more night“. Saturn (Chronos/Time) is finally transformed into the Sun (Eternity). The Precious Stones: The foundations of the city of 12 types of precious stones correspond to the complete purification of all planetary and zodiacal influences, gathered into one harmonious structure. 4. The Role of the Sun (Lord God Jesus Christ) In this process, the Lord God Jesus Christ acts as the alchemist. He is the „Sun of Righteousness“, whose light replaces the needs of the physical Sun and Moon in the New Jerusalem. The transition from „Laodicea“ (where He stands outside the door) to the „New Jerusalem“ (where He IS the center) marks the successful completion of the Great Work - God and man are merged into one „golden“ unity. Cosmological conclusion: - The messages to the angels were the instructions for starting this spiritual „alchemical“ process. Laodicea is the last stop of the „old man,“ and the New Jerusalem is the first day of the „new creation“.
 
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