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The mysterious symbols of the Apocalypse, 263

The seven stars seven angels, 264

These angels not angelic beings, and not corporate bodies,

but individuals, 265

The name angel probably not taken from that of an officer of the

synagogue, ib.

The angel of the synagogue a congregational officer, 266

The angels of the Churches not diocesan bishops, 267

The stars, not attached to the candlesticks, but in the hand of

Christ, 268

The angels of the Churches were their messengers sent to visit

John in Patmos, ib.

Why only seven angels named, 271

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