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supposed that grapes were attached <strong>to</strong> silver wires<br />
or golden rods, but that such was <strong>the</strong> appearance<br />
presented. Similar expressions are daily employed<br />
by every person in ordinary conversation. When<br />
we speak of golden fruit, we are not unders<strong>to</strong>od as<br />
declaring that <strong>the</strong> fruit is composed of that precious<br />
metal, but simply that it has <strong>the</strong> appearance of gold.<br />
The same rule applied <strong>to</strong> my words removes all<br />
excuse for misapprehension.<br />
The Seal of God<br />
"Ano<strong>the</strong>r 'suppression' reads as follows:<br />
"'Well, bless <strong>the</strong> Lord, dear brethren and sisters,<br />
it is an extra meeting for those who have <strong>the</strong> seal of<br />
<strong>the</strong> living God.' [Page 17]<br />
"There is nothing in this that we do not still<br />
hold. Reference <strong>to</strong> our published works will show<br />
our belief that <strong>the</strong> living righteous will receive <strong>the</strong><br />
seal of God prior <strong>to</strong> <strong>the</strong> close of probation. Also<br />
that <strong>the</strong>se will enjoy special honors, in <strong>the</strong> kingdom<br />
of God.<br />
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