Key points from this section:

• Preparation for the Second Coming: The Lord commands the Saints to prepare for His Second Coming by sanctifying themselves and gathering to Zion.

• Call to Flee Babylon: The revelation instructs all people to flee from Babylon (symbolizing wickedness) and come to Zion, emphasizing the need for purity and readiness.

• Events of the Second Coming: It describes dramatic events that will accompany the Second Coming, including the Lord standing on Mount Zion, the continents becoming one land, and the return of the lost tribes of Israel.

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Key points from this section:

• Nature of Heavenly Beings: The section explains that there are two kinds of beings in heaven: resurrected beings with bodies of flesh and bones, and spirits of just men made perfect who have not yet been resurrected.

• Identifying True Messengers: It provides three grand keys to distinguish between true messengers from God and false spirits. For example, a true angel will shake hands and you will feel their hand, while a spirit will not move to shake hands.

• Detecting Deception: The revelation teaches that if a devil appears as an angel of light and you ask to shake hands, you will not feel anything, thus revealing the deception.

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Key points from this section:

• Persecution and Tribulation: Joseph Smith writes about the persecution he faces and expresses his determination to endure it with faith, comparing his trials to those of the Apostle Paul.

• Baptism for the Dead: The revelation provides instructions on keeping accurate records of baptisms for the dead, emphasizing the importance of having a recorder present to witness and document these ordinances.

• Continued Work on the Temple: Despite the challenges, the Saints are encouraged to continue their diligent work on the temple and other appointed tasks, with a promise of heavenly rewards for their perseverance.

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