The Book of Ruman

1And he did show unto me a scroll And on it was written the words of a vision which John had seen concerning this world. And I did read it. And there were a great many signs, and wonders, and symbols in this vision and I did not read the entire vision, but only that portion which John did show unto me.. Now behold, I did not fully understand the meaning of this vision, nevertheless is was like unto that vision which was seen by Katalua. And I did ask him many questions concerning this vision. And I did ask him, what is the crystal sea that was before God's throne. And he said unto me the crystal sea is the earth. For it shall be come perfected and the world shall be as a means of seeing and they shall look into it and learn the mysteries of the universe. And things shall be made clear. And I asked him, what are the four creatures. And he said unto me, these four creatures are symbols of all of the creatures of the earth. And the calf represents the lowest creatures, And the Lion represents higher creatures, And the eagle represents even greater creatures, And the man represents those intelligent creatures who have dominion. And I asked him, who are the twenty for people who worship he who sits on the throne. And he said unto me, these are the twelve apostles of Christ they are also another group of twelve that God shall chose as His apostles who shall preach at the time of the second coming of Christ. And I asked him, what is the book that had seven seals. And he said unto me that it represents the knowledge, will, and works of God but that they are only those things that concern this earth. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the seven seals. And he said unto me that they represent periods of time in the history and future of mankind. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the first seal and the white horse and the man that ruled. And he said unto me that the horse do represent those who do proclaim the words of Christ. And the rider of the horses is Christ insomuch that he, or rather his works, or carried forth by those who proclaim his words. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the fifth seal and the white garments that were given to those slain. And he said unto me, The fifth seal is the time that beginneth with Christ. And it is the time of the first church. And the white garments symbolize that Gospel of Christ which was spread forth among the dead. And I asked him, why must those who were slain wait for a time. And he said unto me, they must wait for the those martyrs who live during this time. For once all have been killed And are gathered together they shall being a great work. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the sixth seal and four angels and also the angel from the east. And he said, they are four angels that have been sent out from God to bring the gospel to all nations. They also have power over the earth. And the angel from the east does not represent one person but any who shall bring forth the gospel. And I asked him, who are those one hundred forty-four thousand who shall be sealed. And he said unto me they are twelve thousand men from each of the twelve tribes of Israel. And they shall be gathered at the last days and shall rule in the Kingdom of God. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the seventh seal and also the quiet that shall be in heaven. And he said unto me the seventh seal is the Sabbath of the earth. For this time shall last one thousand years and shall be filled with peace and holiness. But there shall be a time at the beginning that is the cleansing of the earth. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the seven angels with the seven trumpets. And he said unto me, they represent the seven periods of the creation and the seven periods of the earth. For seven is a holy number and thus the angels are seven. And I asked him, what is the small book that was given unto you to eat and why did it change taste. And he said unto me, the book was a commandment unto me to gather the tribes of Isreal. And When I first received this commandment it seemed unto me to be a glorious thing. But after I had started the work I saw that it was a very difficult and hard work. And I asked him, what is the temple that you were commanded to measure. And he said unto me, it is the temple that will be build after the pattern given by Ezekiel. And I asked him, why is the holy city trampled under foot. And he said unto me the city shall be conquered and a part of the city shall be destroyed to make way for the building of the Holy City of Jerusalem. And I asked him, who are the two witnesses. And he said unto me, they are two prophets who shall come into the nation and preach the gospel to the inhabitants thereof. They shall also lead the city in defense against those who shall fight against them. I asked him, what is the meaning of the creature. And he said unto me, the creature represents all those who follow the devil. And some political kingdoms, and some are churches, and some are merchants. And I asked him, what is the meaning of the crystal sea mixed with fire. And he said unto me, the crystal sea mixed with fire does represent the earth at the time of cleansing. For there shall be many who follow the word of God and the evils of the world shall pass over them. And the world shall be unto them as a crystal sea and they shall look into it and learn the mysteries of the universe. And things shall be made clear unto them. But unto the wicked the earth shall be as fire and they shall endure plagues, and evils, and earthquakes, and lightenings, and all manner of affliction. And I asked him, what are the plagues that shall be delivered by the seven angels. And he said unto me, they are seven plagues which shall cleanse the earth of the wicked. And the first shall be poured out upon the dry land. And there shall be a sore which shall go forth among those who have the mark of the creature and those who worship his likeness. And the second shall be poured out upon the seas. And they shall become like the blood of a dead man and he wicked thereon shall die upon the waters. And the third shall be poured out upon rivers and springs. They too shall become as blood, and they shall not be good for drink. And the fourth shall be poured out upon the sun. And the sun shall increase its heat. And many shall be burned with fire because of this. And the fifth shall be poured out upon the throne of the creature. And those who follow him shall be filled with darkness and they shall loose their senses, and they shall bite their tongues with the hope to feel pain. And the sixth shall be poured upon the river Euphrates. And the water shall dry up and it shall be a preparation for a street of Holiness which shall pass through there. And the seventh shall be poured out into the air. And there shall be great earthquakes, and lightnings, and thunderings. And there shall be great hail which shall cause great destruction. And I asked him, who is the false prophet from whom one of the three spirits in the form of frogs come. And he said unto me, he is one who shall come and lead many after false paths. And those who shall live in the seventh seal must be warned of him. And I asked him, what are the three spirits in the form of frogs. And he said unto me, the three spirits are three beliefs that shall go forth among men to bring to pass the will of Satan. And one spirit shall possess a King, and another Spirit shall possess a Priest, and the third spirit shall possess a Prophet. And they shall lead the world in much destruction and wickedness. And I asked him, who is the man who rides upon the white horse and what is the name that no man knows. And he said unto me, the man is the Word of God, even the only begotten son. And the name is that which must be received of all men. For each shall receive a name which no other man knows. And this shall be his name unto God. For this name shall be written upon a white stone that shall be given unto him. And I asked him, who shall loose the devil at the end of the thousand years. And he said unto me, it shall be the wickedness of the people who shall allow the devil to be loosed. For as long as men are righteous the devil is bound. And because of the righteousness in the thousand years the devil shall be bound. But pride shall enter into the hearts of men at the last days of the thousand years and the devil shall thus have power over men. And I asked him, what is the great city of Jerusalem. And he said unto me, this is the city of God in heaven that is reserved for those of this earth. And he did answer all things put to him And I did grow in my knowledge of God and in what I had learned of the vision. Even so much that the meaning of the vision was more clear unto me.