Volume 2, No.9, Sep. 1981
Bones and Bodies
In Ezekiel 39:11-16 is a statement (apparently symbolic) of the burying of the bodies of the remnants of Gog's invasion of Israel. This article's purpose is to suggest a possible solution to the symbolisms of bodies, graves, passengers, Hamon-Gog, Gog, and the seven months. Concerning the symbolic use of bodies and their parts, it is suggested that a reading of Ezekiel 37:1-14 and Zechariah [...]
Chronology of Papal Decline in Temporal Power
LOSS OF ABILITY TO "SCATTER THE POWER OF THE HOLY PEOPLE" (AFTER 1260 DAYS) PRIOR TO FRENCH REVOLUTION (1775-1789) "Between 1775 and 1789 Pius VI had to confront an almost universal malevolence or hostility of governments and public opinion against the Holy See. Rulers maneuvered to wrench from the Pope concessions designed to win for them popular acclaim, or to increase their authority [...]
Helps for Tracing Bible Student Beliefs in History
The prophets and the apostles prophesied the loss of many precious truths, and the pollution of the sanctuary class with defiling errors. As well, they spoke of the cleansing of the sanctuary as the end of the age would approach. Some brethren have researched the history of Truth doctrines, and others may have an interest in doing so. For those who wish it, the [...]