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“These things have I spoken unto you in proverbs: but the time cometh, when I shall no more speak unto you in proverbs, but I shall show you plainly of the Father.” (John 16:25)

(Excerpts from the Third Part)

THE PLAIN TRUTH

True or False? Doubt is the end of ignorance and the beginning of understanding, so to speak. It is man’s nature to question new ideas that deviate from his collective knowledge especially if these concern belief and his relationship with his known god or gods. His curiosity feeds his mind with doubts which would eventually drives him for answers. Hence, doubt is the state of limbo or gap in the mind that once filled-up with satisfaction ends the curiosity and the desire to know more.

Does it mean that the skeptics are the only people interested to know more?

The Bible – the most widely distributed, the most read, yet the most commonly misinterpreted book of all times. There are thousands of thousands of denominations or sects that came to life as results of secular interpretations of the Bible. But the irony lies to the fact that these multitudes of religious groups are using one and the same reference yet claiming to be the true and the rightful church. From what particular versicle or verses they are drawing their claims? Or, they might be citing the same things?

The truth is there is something hidden in the Bible and remains there undiscovered but speculated by many that they already have decoded it. But who told them so? Is it because he or she founded the group or sect and that he or she receives revelations? From what source these revelations came from? And how about those, whose congregations have already spread throughout the world and already claiming millions of followers, then and now, or those who are claiming authority from God and even proclaimed themselves as the “last prophet” of God, the “appointed son” of God, the “heavenly family” on earth, the “messenger” of God, or the “vicar” of Christ? Are they really qualified to be called as such? Did they really receive direct revelations or appointments from God or from a mere self-induced phantasm from a certain corner of their minds? And who can prove or disprove their claims other than themselves? And, the Apostle Paul wrote, “But let every man prove his own work, and then shall he have rejoicing in himself alone, and not in another.” (Gal. 6:4). Accordingly, you cannot write a story of fiction and use the same writings to attest its authenticity. Hence, there must be a witness other than itself, a second entity. Like a power, it cannot be claimed by someone without an authority, either by virtue of right or by law.

We were forewarned of the devil that will always be around and ready to devour anytime more than ever when we expect him least. The Lord Jesus Christ had warned us to beware of the false prophets who will come to us in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are like ravening wolves. (Mat. 7:15). The same warning was repeated many times, “but there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction.” (2 Pet. 2:1). Thus, these false prophets will appear like godly people and will court those who are totally ignorant of the scheme in the stratagem of God. Beware!

The purpose of this particular theme is to give everyone the leeway to dig deeper into the very foundations of their faiths and evaluate against the premises posited herein. It is not the intention of the author either to attack any known religious personalities and their adherents or refute their doctrines but merely posting some few doubts that require higher wisdom. Nevertheless, reservation is prayed for apology in any case the premises are too rough for a subtle heart. Accordingly, a wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels. (Prov. 1:5)

“Hence, look for the signs of the fulfillment of these things and you will be directed to the narrow path and carry your own cross.”

PRECEPT UPON PRECEPT

“Whom shall he teach knowledge? And whom shall he make to understand doctrine? Them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breast?” “For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little:” “For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people.” “To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.” “But the word of the Lord was unto them precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little; that they might go, and fall backward, and be broken, and snared, and taken.” (Isa. 28:9-13).

Almost everything said and done by the Lord Jesus Christ were symbolic, in parables. Even His entire life revolved in parables that’s why only few believed in Him. “And he said, unto you it is given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God: but to others in parables; that seeing they might not see, and hearing they might not understand.” (Luke 8:10). But His life was already prophesied and thus only few who would follow His story could understand the way it was.

The Lord’s Prayer. The Lord’s Prayer is perhaps the best known prayer in Christianity because it was taught by no other than the Lord Jesus Christ Himself. However, it is very interesting to note that although we have at present the English translations, still the Aramaic version is available for us to know and at least gain little knowledge from it.

The most commonly accepted translation of the Lord’s Prayer is the version of Matthew. (Matt. 6:9-13). This version however is admitted to be grossly inaccurate. Accordingly, twenty-four words either do not belong to the prayer, or have been misplaced; while words which do not belong to it have been omitted.⁹¹

 The Lord’s Prayer in English (The Holy Bible, King James Version)⁹²

Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.

Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.

Give us this day our daily bread.

And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.

And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.

The Lord’s Prayer, from Aramaic into Old English (Translation by G.J.R. Ouseley from The Gospel of the Holy Twelve)⁹³

Our Father-Mother Who art above and within:

Hallowed be Thy Name in twofold Trinity.

In Wisdom, Love and Equity Thy Kingdom come to all.

Thy will be done, As in Heaven so in Earth.

Give us day by day to partake of Thy holy Bread, and the fruit of the living Vine.

As Thou dost forgive us our trespasses, so may we forgive others who trespass against us.

Shew upon us Thy goodness, that to others we may shew the same.

In the hour of temptation, deliver us from evil.

Amun.

The Lord's Prayer in Greek (Matthew's second century mistranslation of the Lord's Prayer in crude Greek; commonly accepted version of the Lord's Prayer from which all others are translated)⁹⁴

Pater hêmôn ho en toes ouranoes;

hagiasthêtô to onoma sou;

elthetô hê basileia sou;

genêthêtô to thelêma sou,

hôs en ouranô, kae epi tês gês.

ton arton hêmôn ton epiousion dos hêmin sêmeron;

kae aphes hêmin ta opheilêmata hêmôn,

hôs kae hêmeis aphiemen toes opheiletaes hêmôn;

kae mê eisenenkês hêmas eis peirasmon,

alla rhysae hêmas apo tou ponerou.

hoti sou estin hê basileia kae hê dynamis kae hê doxa eis tous aeônas;

amên.

The Lord’s Prayer, from the original Aramaic (Translation by Neil Douglas-Klotz in Prayers of the Cosmos)⁹⁵

O Birther! Father- Mother of the Cosmos

Focus your light within us - make it useful.

Create your reign of unity now-through our fiery hearts and willing hands

Help us love beyond our ideals and sprout acts of compassion for all creatures.

Animate the earth within us: we then feel the Wisdom underneath supporting all.

Untangle the knots within so that we can mend our hearts' simple ties to each other.

Don't let surface things delude us,

But free us from what holds us back from our true purpose.

Out of you, the astonishing fire,

Returning light and sound to the cosmos.

Amen.

The Prayer To Our Father (In the original Aramaic)⁹⁶

Abwûn d'bwaschmâja ("Oh Thou, from whom the breath of life comes, who fills all realms of sound, light and vibration).

Nethkâdasch schmach (May Your light be experienced in my utmost holiest).

Têtê malkuthach. (Your Heavenly Domain approaches).

Nehwê tzevjânach aikâna d'bwaschmâja af b'arha. (Let Your will come true - in the universe (all that vibrates) just as on earth (that is material and dense)).

Hawvlân lachma d'sûnkanân jaomâna. (Give us wisdom (understanding, assistance) for our daily need),

Waschboklân chaubên wachtahên aikâna daf chnân schwoken l'chaijabên. (detach the fetters of faults that bind us, (karma)like we let go the guilt of others).

Wela tachlân l'nesjuna ela patzân min bischa. (Let us not be lost in superficial things (materialism, common temptations),but let us be freed from that what keeps us off from our true purpose. 

Metol dilachie malkutha wahaila wateschbuchta l'ahlâm almîn. (From You comes the all-working will, the lively strength to act, the song that beautifies all and renews itself from age to age).

Amên. (Sealed in trust, faith and truth. (I confirm with my entire being)).

One can easy notice that the transliteration of the Lord’s Prayer from its original Aramaic version to the present English one varies from one person’s interpretation to another, and from one period or language to another. This explains that to some points the essence of the prayer is lost thus diminishing its affluence to God when prayed in different languages rather than the original Aramaic version. In this regard, John E. Remsberg, author of The Christ writes: "If the custodians of the Christian Scriptures have permitted the prayer of their Lord to be corrupted to this extent, what reliance can be placed upon the genuineness of the remainder of these writings?"⁹⁷

If this is the case, whether we accept it or not, most of the modern day references we have had could only supply the basic rudiments of information we need in our quest for the truth about God. Obviously, the original manuscripts and books are not available within our reach aside from our inability to interpret or even read these in their original forms.

This condition is likened to the effect of advance technologies to our modern day lifestyles. We are consuming goods processed in the factories and depending much on these technologies but unmindful of these same inventions are threatening and shortening our precious lives. This they call the future shock on its fourth wave. We are eating instant foods with preservatives that could last for years and yet these foods almost lost the vital nutrients to sustain a healthy life.

And this is the dreadful implication of what really happened to our Father’s Prayer. In man’s desire to share this same blessing to his brethren, some unconsciously mistranslated it and others shared it with the same blunt of mistake hence losing its vital synapses between man and God. 

But the Lord is a universal divine being. He will definitely not allow His children to be totally left wandering with only a handful of lead left in their hands. In fact He even promised the Holy Spirit to shepherd the flocks while He’s not around. This was His promise. And being a God of perfect plan He will certainly and undeniably fulfill His promise with the new covenant, as foreworded through John, almost 2000 years ago. But how can we decipher the fulfillment of His promises? One thing is for sure, ours’ is the time for the fulfillment of His promises.

The Book of Psalms. The Book of Psalms is the largest collection of songs of praises as far as Judaism and Christianism are concerned. According to Apostle Luke, this book of songs is among the three groups of writings containing records concerning divine worships and God’s covenant. (Luke 24:44). Traditionally, the authorship of the entire books of Psalm was attributed to King David but later archeological findings suggest that it was a product of cumulative efforts.⁹⁸ Nevertheless; it was used as vital part of sacred worships during those times.

Moses, King Solomon and King David subscribed to songs of praises, among others, in paying their reverence and worship to God the Great Almighty.

What makes a song secular or spiritual? Does it require a certain construction to be classified as such? Or better yet, is it necessary to subscribe only to the Book of Psalms when offering songs of praise to God? Perhaps, the answer is no! A song of praise is like a prayer in itself. It is a personal way of vowing one’s veneration to God. Hence, like a prayer, it can be in different ways as long as it is sung by heart. However, like the Father’s Prayer, a song must be construed to the language closest to the heart of God, in Aramaic. Accordingly, not all prayers are heard and that same goes when it comes to singing songs of praises.

But how does a song of praise differ from a sacred song? I don’t know exactly how can I differentiate the two but perhaps it is more fitting to say that a sacred song is the one I am referring to as the song closest to the heart of God. Hence its lyrics must be composed in the Aramaic language.

The Aramaic language is the language of God hence also the language of the angels and of the spirit beings in heaven. It says that during the creation of the world “the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy.” (Job 38:7). It is absurd to say that these angels sang a song in Hebrew or English because these two languages emerged only as compendia of the Aramaic language easily understood by man, and besides being languages originated by men. For this reason, I can say that this particular song sung by the angels is a sacred song, as it was.

No different from the above posited account is the new song mentioned by the Apostle John sung by those who will endure at the end. “And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.” (Rev. 14:3).

The Twelve Tribes. The Lord God made a promise to Abraham. To him, a land will be given. This promise was later renewed to his son, Isaac, then to Jacod, Isaac’s son. Jacob’s name was changed to Israel after Isaac’s death. Jacod begot twelve sons from his four wives and from them descended the twelve tribes of Israel or the Israelites, also known as the Jewish. The Israelites are, by divine right, the recipients of the Promised Land because they are the seeds of Jacob.

But who are the Israelites today? Biblically and geographically speaking, the Israelites are the people in the land of Israel or its citizens. But a distinction was pronounced to them: “… for they are not all Israel, which are of Israel: neither, because they are the seed of Abraham, are they all children: but, in Isaac shall thy seed be called.” (Rom 9:6-7).

In his article, Israel and the Church in Prophecy, Prof. Johan Malan of the University of the North, South Africa wrote, the “true Israel” or the “spiritual Israel” refers to saved Jews who are also circumcised in their hearts. Only they are in the true (spiritual) sense of the word “Israelites” or “Jews” who qualify to be described as the people of God.⁹⁹ This distinction is made spiritually: “For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, nor is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh; but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart, in the Spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not from men but from God” (Rom. 2:28-29). The Lord is not pleased with the unsaved members of this people and has pronounced His judgments upon them (1 Cor. 10:5).

The distinction has been defined. Not all of them who are calling themselves Israelites by birth and nationality are, by heart, not the true children of God. Hence, the twelve tribes, the “spiritual Israel” as the true recipients of the promise and the fulfillment of the covenant are yet to be united (future tense). This means that the descendants of Israel are still scattered all over the four corners of the earth. The same utterance was made by Caiaphas with reference to the children of God: “And not for that nation only, but that also he should gather together in one the children of God that were scattered abroad.” (John 11:52).

If God had promised a land to the children of Israel then they are His children. If not all Israelites in the present land of Israel comprise the entire remnants of the twelve tribes, where are the rest of them then? It says that the children of God were scattered abroad, hence they are in everywhere, around the world.

Jewish communities have existed at one time or another in almost all parts of the world as a result of both voluntary migrations of Jews and forced exile or expulsions. According to the American Jewish Yearbook, the total world Jewish population in the year 2000 was estimated at 13.2 million, of whom 5.7 million lived in the United States, 4.8 million in Israel, 530,000 in France, and 438,000 in the former Soviet Union. These are the four largest centers of Jewish settlement. Other significant Jewish communities are found in Canada (360,000), Great Britain (276,000), Argentina (200,000), and South Africa (80,000).¹⁰⁰

It’s a compassion for them whom God had promised the land but never in their entire lives have enjoyed this promise. For thousands of years to date the land of Israel had been at war. And it is absurd to say that this is the fruit of the divine promise. I can’t imagine how a chosen race will have to suffer this kind of hounding, or whatever you call it, without savoring the sweetness of this heavenly promise. A question then rise: is it still the land, the present day land of Israel that is the fulfillment of the promise? If that is so, then why the troubles and sufferings are incessantly haunting them for generations? Is this really the consequence of being the children of God? In fact, there is even a dispute until nowadays as to where and to what extent the land of promise be.

Perhaps, we have to vigilant. We have to look deeper and retrieve for answers from the Scriptures; to consult on to the parables laid down and for us to discern the obvious signs. Our concern is to trace the remnants and perchance find ourselves among the flocks.

The King’s Ass Colt. On the days after the Lord Jesus Christ was born, in Bethlehem, three wise men riding on camels came and paid homage to the newly born king. These three wise men knew it was the fulfillment of the prophecy because they saw the sign. According to Jewish traditions these three wise men were identified as kings. Although there is still doubt as to their exact origin and nature, there is considerable point to call them kings in their own rights because whom they paid tribute was the prophesied king of all kings.

On the day of Passover, Lord Jesus came to Jerusalem riding on an ass’s colt. His mere act of riding is in itself symbolic. “These things understood not his disciples at the first: but when Jesus was glorified, then remembered they that these things were written of him, and that they had done these things unto him.” (John 14:16).

The colt symbolizes the beast of burden as a king’s means of transportation, like the three wise men riding on camels. Traditionally, kings used to ride on horses. Hence it is fitting to say that a king must have his own horse or camel when traveling to different places – a symbol of rank or royalty.

The Beast with Ten Horns. The Prophet Daniel saw four beasts in his dream; a vision:

First Beast: “The first was like a lion, and had eagle's wings: I beheld ‘till the wings thereof were plucked, and it was lifted up from the earth, and made stand upon the feet as a man, and a man's heart was given to it.” (Dan.7:4).

Second Beast: “And behold another beast, a second, like to a bear, and it raised up itself on one side, and it had three ribs in the mouth of it between the teeth of it: and they said thus unto it, Arise, devour much flesh.” (Dan. 7:5).

Third Beast: “After this I beheld, and lo another, like a leopard, which had upon the back of it four wings of a fowl; the beast had also four heads; and dominion was given to it.” (Dan.7:6).

Fourth Beast: “After this I saw in the night visions, and behold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly; and it had great iron teeth: it devoured and broke in pieces, and stamped the residue with the feet of it: and it was diverse from all the beasts that were before it; and it had ten horns.” (Dan. 7:7).

The Apostle John saw the same vision of four beasts as shown to him by God, in spirit. This time it was crystal clear:

First Beast: “And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads.” (Rev. 12:3)

Second Beast: “And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy. And the beast which I saw was like unto a leopard, and his feet were as the feet of a bear, and his mouth as the mouth of a lion: and the dragon gave him his power, and his seat, and great authority.” (Rev. 13:1-2).

Third Beast: “And I beheld another beast coming up out of the earth; and he had two horns like a lamb, and he spake as a dragon.” (Rev.13:11).

Fourth Beast: “And I looked, and, lo, a Lamb stood on the mount Zion, and with him a hundred forty and four thousand, having his Father's name written in their foreheads. (Rev.14:1).

The vision seen by the Prophet Daniel were figurative beasts representing different kingdoms and rulers during those days. The visions revealed to the Apostle John are as well figurative beasts representing the four stages of tribulations and the rulers involved this world will experience before the final judgment. The remnants of the tribes will experience the wrath of the dragon, more particularly: “And the dragon was wroth with the woman, and went to make war with the remnant of her seed, which keep the commandments of God, and have the testimony of Jesus Christ.” (Rev.12:17). This particular topic will be discussed on the next theme, The Philippines in History.

The Star of David. “And he shall set up an ensign for the nations, and shall assemble the outcasts of Israel, and gather together the dispersed of Judah from the four corners of the earth.” (Isa. 11:12). This thing shall come in due time, for sure, in our era.

The Star of David has become the symbol of the state of Israel since its establishment in 1948. According to Judaic source, the Star of David signifies the number seven:  that is, the six points plus the center. The earliest known Jewish text to directly mention the symbol is Eshkol Ha-Kofer by the Karaite Judah Hadassi, in the mid-12th century CE:

Seven names of angels precede the mezuzah: Michael, Gabriel, etc... Tetragrammaton protects you! And likewise the sign, called the “Shield of David”, is placed beside the name of each angel.¹⁰¹

Perhaps, the Star of David is the right example to consider as far as the banner of God is concerned because of its symbolism and the people involved, i.e. David and Israel (Jewish), are the recipients of the Promised Land who directly descended from Abraham and Isaac, the same line where the Savior Jesus Christ came from.

But clues were laid upon for us to discern where and with whom this ensign or banner will be lifted with. Will it be the same star, the banner of David? Will it be at the top of Mt. Zion? Is it the present day Israel that has this symbol?

“Lift ye up a banner upon the high mountain, exalt the voice unto them, shake the hand, that they may go into the gates of the nobles.” (Isa. 13:2).

“I will make a man more precious than fine gold; even a man than the golden wedge of Ophir.” (Isa. 13:12).

And before these things to come a foreword was uttered, “All ye inhabitants of the world, and dwellers on the earth, see ye, when he lifteth up an ensign on the mountains; and when he bloweth a trumpet, hear ye.” (Isa. 18:3).

The Ten Virgins. “Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins…” (Matt. 25:1). And the ten virgins but five were lucky to meet the bridegroom. The foolish five left the house without considering the time. And when they returned, the door was shut and the wedding proceeded.

“For the kingdom of heaven is as a man traveling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods.” (Matt. 25:14). As a traveler, he has to move from one place to another, again and again, and perhaps meeting other servants along the way. “And he went out about the third hour, and saw others standing idle in the marketplace, and said unto them; Go ye also into the vineyard, and whatsoever is right I will give you. And they went their way.” (Matt. 20:3-4).

Hence, finding the remnants of the twelve tribes is not definitive to looking into where the Israelites are by nationality but looking into where the Israelites are by heart, in the spirit. It says that not all of them will inherit the kingdom but only those who will overcome and endure until the end.

The Nobles. Who are the nobles mentioned by Prophet Isaiah? It says that a banner will be lifted upon their mountain (Mt. Zion?), shake the hand (handshake signifies whole-hearted greeting and welcome), that they may go into the gates (coming from outside entering the gates) of the nobles. (Isa. 13:2).

Mt. Zion. There are so many historical places designated by man sacred. These places have their significances on to the completion of particular events. These are special venues divinely designated for the fulfillment of covenants between God and man. One of these is Mt. Zion.

During the last days, Mt. Zion will be proclaimed as the mountain for the house of the Lord:

“But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the Lord shall be established in the top of the mountains, and it shall be exalted above the hills; and people shall flow unto it.” (Mic. 4:1).

His kingdom will be established and he will call for his people and live with him. They will be made pillars in his house and will leave no more. They will be his people and he for them will be their God. (Rev. 3:12).

DUSTING THE PIECES

Piece One.

“But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name's sake.” (Luke 21:12)

It has been prophesied more than 2000 years ago these events to come in our generations by no other than Lord Jesus Christ Himself. Thus He knew for sure within that span of many generations His covenant will become totally alien to mankind. History repeats itself, so to speak, like the priests, scribes and Pharisees who were the key figures in the administration of temples and synagogues caught unaware of the real state of affairs in the stratagem of God. They were the top religious personalities who run the sacred sanctuaries for worship and must have the divine authority to do so. Thus, they must be updated and aware of all the affairs of God on both heavens and earth. But they themselves were astounded and questioned the Lord Jesus Christ of his authority when He preached in the synagogue of Nazarene. Afraid of being caught ignorant they even accused Him of blasphemy which eventually resulted to His prosecution and death.

The same thing is happening now. Despite of the millions of people claiming as true Christians and following His teachings in the Bible; of the countless religious sects and denominations founded by those claiming to have received inspirations and revelations from God; and, of those religious people publicly preaching His gospels in an amplified power, still most of them are totally unaware because they refuse to heed the solemn whispers brought closer to their ears.

However, the Lord God is wise and intelligent enough; wiser than the wisest and more intelligent than the most intelligent man - omniscient. He already devised a mechanism to prevent these if not totally avoided.

“Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name's sake.” (Matt. 24:9)

It is a clue! There must be something in the Lord’s name that whoever worships Him will be persecuted and may even be put to death. In fact, almost all the twelve apostles were executed and or martyred for simply propagating the doctrines of the Lord Jesus Christ. Can anyone ever do the same today?

But there is a promise that at the end whoever shall endure will be saved and be rewarded. (Mark 13:13)

Piece Two.

“I am come in my Father's name.” (John 5:43)

If only Christian scholars could search without bias the Holy Scriptures and ancient records for clues they would end up nothing but will find out that the name Jesus Christ they are using today does not totally represents the Savior’s name they are referring to in the Bible.

It has been foretold hundreds of years ago that He will be called by the name “Immanuel” (Isa. 7:14) or “Emmanuel” (Matt. 1:23) which would mean “God with us”. Further descriptions in the prophecy were crystal clear; that He will be conceived from a virgin mother. The fulfillment of this prophecy was in the person of the Lord Jesus Christ. (Matt. 1:21).

The name Jesus is an invention of man which in no way carries the meaning of the true name of this Man (Jesus) mentioned in the New Testament. The simple fact (which is easily proven from authoritative sources) is that this man was born a Hebrew and He had a Hebrew name. There is no such name as Jesus in the Hebrew language.¹⁰²

Jesus’ translation to Aramaic is Yahshua, Yeshua or Yahoshua. It is believed by some that this is the correct transliteration of the Hebrew yod-he-waw-shin-ayin (usually transliterated as Y'hoshua or sometimes Yahoshua), which means "Yahweh is Salvation."¹⁰³ Hence, it would be more fitting and proper to call the Savior by these names rather than the common “Jesus” because these names are closest to God in essences than any other names? Let me try to convolute on this.

Hebrew and Aramaic are among the subjects of debates to which language is the oldest. Aramaic was said to be the language of the administration of empires and the language of divine worship. Hence, Aramaic language is closer in essence to God than Hebrew, as it was the same language used by Lord Jesus Christ during His ministries. This only proves that the earliest and the oldest language is Aramaic because it is closest to God than any other languages, and therefore, Aramaic is the language of God and not Hebrew. It was also said that “the Lord is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last.” (Rev. 22:13). If the Lord Jesus Christ preferred Aramaic language as His mother tongue then it must be His Father’s language. Hence, His name would be more meaningful if it will be pronounced in that language.

Piece Three.

“And these signs shall follow them that believe; in my name shall they cast out devils;” (Mark 16:17).

“In my name shall they cast devils.” Whose name and what name? It was the Lord Jesus Christ talking to His disciples telling them signs of things to come just before He ascended to heaven. In so doing, Paul did as it was told and commanded to them by the Lord Jesus Christ. (Acts 16:17-18).

But the name Jesus Christ has became a very common name to these days. And, does it mean that even the singer’s name called “Jesus Christ Superstar” could also be so powerful to cast away unclean spirits?

Piece Four.

“In that he saith, a new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away.” (Heb. 8:13).

Hence, there will be a new covenant, a new doctrine, for the old one is about to fade away. The first covenant, which was faultless, would simply appear unsuitable for the reason that people and places constantly changed.

Piece Five.

“…to him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.” (Rev. 2:17).

“A new name written.” This is a sure thing to happen because it was the Lord God who spoke about it; a new name which will be given to those who will overcome. It says here new “name” and not a title, rank or authority, and that name will be contained in a white stone. Thus whoever will receive this new name will also receive at the same time a white stone bearing that name. Hence, it will be secretly given to those who will overcome and not just be pronounced to them in public utterances.

Piece Six.

“Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God…” (Rev. 3:12).

A new covenant will be sealed which is totally new as the old one will be almost of no employ. It is clearly stated that even God’s known name to men will be changed to a new one. In the long process, as foretold by the Lord Jesus Christ Himself, many will claim authority through His name but unknowingly, that authority they keep on upholding will eventually fades its clout.

“… and I will write upon him my new name.” (Rev. 3:12)

The Lord Jesus Christ spoke for Himself, of His new name to be revealed, and this is a sure promise to those who believe in Him.

Piece Seven.

“For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people” (Heb. 8:10)

This is one of the puzzling verses that require the real occurrence for one to discern its fulfillment. It will be a direct covenant between God and His chosen people, for them to uphold His law not only in their lifestyles but also in their minds and hearts. He will be living with them and they shall be His people. The truth is this New Covenant had been sealed between Him and His people. It’s all now in their hearts and minds as they worship Him as their God the Most High. 

Piece Eight.

 “…they shall speak with new tongues.” (Mark 16:17)

Whoever overcomes will also learn to speak new tongues. The biggest puzzles would then, what is the meaning of new tongues, and what this new tongues would be? New tongue simply means “new language” as the word “tongue” means “language”. Therefore, these people upon receiving the white stone with the new name written on it will also learn a new language alien to them. But what is the relationship of the new language with the new name? This new form of language is how the new name is written and it will be through this new language that they will able to understand and properly utter the new name of God. It will be a direct covenant between God and His chosen people.

“For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.” (1 Cor. 14:2)

In reality, speaking in tongues is a sign of the Holy Spirit. (1 Cor. 12:8-11). Thus, if anyone, whoever speaks a new tongue unknown to others but can directly communicates with God, it only shows that, whoever received it, received it from God.

“For to one is given by the Spirit the word of wisdom; to another the word of knowledge by the same Spirit; To another faith by the same Spirit; to another the gifts of healing by the same Spirit; To another the working of miracles; to another prophecy; to another discerning of spirits; to another divers kinds of tongues; to another the interpretation of tongues.” (1 Cor. 12:8-10).

Piece Nine.

“And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.” (Rev. 14:3).

Like the new name and the new tongues, a new song will be known by them who will be saved. And their numbers are known.

Piece Ten.

“And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.” (Luke 4:24)

Again, another forewarning was mentioned. The Lord Jesus Christ was not only referring to Himself but to whoever will follow Him. Yes! It is not easy, as it always be, to proclaim His new doctrines and covenants to those you know very well, because they oftentimes can take you and the words you preach for granted. This already happened many times, and is been happening now again and again.

Therefore, as this thing will surely happen, only few will be saved, as their numbers had been foretold.

“It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.” (Mark 10:25).

THE HIDDEN TRUTH

True or False? Ours is the time for the fulfillment of Lord Jesus Christ’s promises. This is now the time of the Renewed Covenant and we are now living in the time of the Holy Spirit.

During the olden days, in the Old Testament times, people were called only by one name, such as Adam, Eve, Abraham, Noah or Moses. That was the time of God the Father; when these people can still speak to God verbally. Then came the time, in the New Testament, when people were called by two names, such as; Mary Magdalene, Pontius Pilate, Judas Iscariot or John the Baptist. That was the time of the God the Son in the person of Lord Jesus Christ. Today, people are generally designated with three names, the first, the middle and the surname, respectively. Is this an obvious sign in our time?

Let us examine the implications of the false prophets foretold long time ago. If we were warned of these false forecasters that will show up during these days, there will also be “righteous prophets” who will appear at the same time. These are the true ones “blowing the trumpet” (Isa. 18:3) and holding the New Covenant in this generation of ours’.

History is a continuous process, like a journey that is continuously moving towards the designated end. But this journey’s end is unpredictable because we tend to go back to our previous path and progress on the same scale. Perhaps, there must be something back in our previous trail that we unconsciously ignored to heed but a prerequisite to further our journey. In this same manner, I believe, there are also prophets who are continuously blowing the trumpets for our generations to heed – that the Holy Spirit has come and had already sealed His New Covenant with His chosen people.

Hence, it is a pronouncement to all concerned. “Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof.” (Rev. 5:5).

PARABLES NO MORE

“Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God. Those by the way side are they that hear; then cometh the devil, and taketh away the word out of their hearts, lest they should believe and be saved. They on the rock are they, which, when they hear, receive the word with joy; and these have no root, which for a while believe, and in time of temptation fall away. And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection. But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience.” (Luke 8:11-15).

The Revised Prayer (Father’s Prayer). A prayer is the foremost means of communication man can invoke in expressing his thoughts to God. But, “when thou pray, enter into thy closet, and when thou hast shut thy door, pray to thy Father which is in secret; and thy Father which seeth in secret shall reward thee openly.” (Matt. 6:6).

The Holy Spirit had come to establish His kingdom on earth before the END of the 19^th century. In fact He already came three times, not in the olden place (Middle East) but in the new one, in the Far East, as He promised, and sealed with His people the New Covenant. Foremost in the covenant is His laws which came to be in the form of prayer – which is a mystery in itself.

“For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people” (Heb. 8:10)

This New Covenant is already been accepted and sealed between God and His people, in their hearts and minds. This is not a written covenant but a spiritual one hence it is not for those who refused to heed for them to receive but only for those “whose seed felt into the good ground”. (Matt. 13:23). And so, when His people pray they put their right hands unto their chests (where the heart is) and in their foreheads (in their minds) so, and that, for God not to worry of them anymore. This prayer they pray is the Revised Prayer which is true to all PBMA members. This they do and remember in all their undertakings for the rests of their lives. Accordingly, for a true son of God, all his actions are prayers. (Acts 6:4).

A Sacred Hymn (Psalms). What is a sacred song? A sacred song is one that has the rudiments of the words of God and composed in His own language, in Aramaic.

Whoever can provide lyrics of a sacred song is he who has direct access to the Spirit World. For sacred songs are given only to those who received as part of the New Covenant - to those chosen few who have endured to the end.

Of all the songs of praises and worships ever known by men, there is one the PBMA missionaries knew that belongs to the category of sacred songs. It is the Mararca Sacred Hymn which was given by the Divine Master to them. Like the Revised Prayer, this song is written in Aramaic, the language closest to the heart of God. If the Divine Master can cable to revise and teach the Father’s Prayer or can give lyrics of a sacred song, who is He then in relation to the Father in Heaven?

Twelve Regions (Twelve Tribes of Israel). The Twelve Tribes of Israel were once distributed according to the names of the twelve sons of Jacod, in the Promised Land called Israel. However, because of unending conflict with the Palestinians and with the Arabs most of them migrated to other countries thus were scattered around the world. They were called the Escaped Remnants or the Lost Tribes of Israel.

The Prophet Isaiah foretold the days of these Escaped Remnants. “And I will set a sign among them, and I will send those that escape of them unto the nations, to Tarshish, Pul, and Lud, that draw the bow, to Tubal, and Javan, to the isles afar off, that have not heard my fame, neither have seen my glory; and they shall declare my glory among the Gentiles.” (Isa. 66:19).

There are hints between the lines that could lead us identify where did the Escaped Remnants go. “…that draw the bow” is the simplest description of the people in this “isles afar off” which gives a picture of “hunters” or primitive people using “bow and arrow” as their most remarkable tools in hunting.

According to a Philippine legend, around the 13^th century there were ten Bornean datus who escaped from the tyranny and cruelty of certain Sultan Makatunaw, the ruler of Borneo. These ten datus and their families left Borneo and accidentally reached the Island of Panay in the Visayas region in their search for a new land. Panay at that time was already inhabited by the Aetas, the first settlers. The Aetas were described as “hunters and food gatherers”. They lived in the primitive ways of living. Never in their entire lives have heard about the western civilizations, about Jehovah, Yahweh, Judaism or Adam. They were animists and totally alien about the history of the Hebrews and of the Promised Land. Were these primitive people those “that draw the bow” that was referred by Prophet Isaiah?

And how about the names of the places mentioned, such as Javan and the isles afar off? Are these not the present day Java in Indonesia and the Island Philippines which are much closer to each others?

The ten Bornean datus were among the Escaped Remnants of the Twelve Tribes of Israel.¹⁰⁴ When the Europeans first set foot in the archipelago, one particular priest named Padre Chirino, an eminent Jesuit historian wrote, “The Tagalog language has the mystery and obscurities of the Hebrew language.”¹⁰⁵ The Tagalog (Tagala) was the language introduced by the ten Bornean datus and became widely known throughout the Philippine archipelago.

The first Filipinos are said to be mixtures of different races, such as Austronesians, Indonesians, Malaysians, Chinese, Indians (from India), Negritos and Aetas; a melting pot of different races riding on a single vehicle moving towards the same prophetic end.

Traditionally, the Philippine archipelago was comprised only of 12 regions. This regionalization was ethnical where each region represents a unified single identity of the people galvanized by way of similarities in their cultural origins.

The Philippine Map (King’s Ass Colt). Perhaps, there is no better joy one can experience other than the mystifying feeling of bliss when one discovers the truth is revealed upon him.

I firmly attest that the force of nature is in one way or another constantly collaborating with the grand design of the plan of God in the establishment of His Kingdom on Earth. This force made possible the creation of this archipelago into its present form the likeness of a camel - the symbolic horse, the ass colt or the beast of burden; the king’s means of transportation.

The Philippine map is in itself a figurative representation of a camel - The Island of Luzon is its neck and head; the whole Palawan Province is the fore leg and the Provinces of Basilan, Zulu & Tawi-Tawi form the hind leg. The Province of Samar forms the hump at the back of the camel. The island of Cebu is the heart and it is where Christianism first spread. Davao is the tail. Most Philippine presidents came from Luzon, more particularly in the northern regions because it is where the brain is. The most fertile region is that in Mindanao because it is where the camel disposes its dung.

The Philippines in History (The Beast with Ten Horns). The Philippines fulfilled all the descriptions of one beast with ten horns the Apostle John saw in his visions. The beast is the Philippines itself on its four eras of progressions beginning from the Spanish colonization to the American Commonwealth regime, through the Japanese occupation until it attained its present state being a Philippine Republic.

The entire Chapter 17 of the Book of Revelation describes the Philippines in history. REVELATION 17

1 And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will show unto thee the judgment of the great whore that sitteth upon many waters:

2 With whom the kings of the earth have committed fornication, and the inhabitants of the earth have been made drunk with the wine of her fornication.

3 So he carried me away in the spirit into the wilderness: and I saw a woman sit upon a scarlet colored beast, full of names of blasphemy, having seven heads and ten horns.

4 And the woman was arrayed in purple and scarlet color, and decked with gold and precious stones and pearls, having a golden cup in her hand full of abominations and filthiness of her fornication:

5 And upon her forehead was a name written, MYSTERY, BABYLON THE GREAT, THE MOTHER OF HARLOTS AND ABOMINATIONS OF THE EARTH.

6 And I saw the woman drunken with the blood of the saints, and with the blood of the martyrs of Jesus: and when I saw her, I wondered with great admiration.

7 And the angel said unto me, Wherefore didst thou marvel? I will tell thee the mystery of the woman, and of the beast that carrieth her, which hath the seven heads and ten horns.

8 The beast that thou sawest was, and is not; and shall ascend out of the bottomless pit, and go into perdition: and they that dwell on the earth shall wonder, whose names were not written in the book of life from the foundation of the world, when they behold the beast that was, and is not, and yet is.

9 And here is the mind which hath wisdom. The seven heads are seven mountains, on which the woman sitteth.

10 And there are seven kings: five are fallen, and one is, and the other is not yet come; and when he cometh, he must continue a short space.

11 And the beast that was, and is not, even he is the eighth, and is of the seven, and goeth into perdition.

12 And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings, which have received no kingdom as yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast.

13 These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast.

14 These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful.

15 And he saith unto me, The waters which thou sawest, where the whore sitteth, are peoples, and multitudes, and nations, and tongues.

16 And the ten horns which thou sawest upon the beast, these shall hate the whore, and shall make her desolate and naked, and shall eat her flesh, and burn her with fire.

17 For God hath put in their hearts to fulfill his will, and to agree, and give their kingdom unto the beast, until the words of God shall be fulfilled.

18 And the woman which thou sawest is that great city, which reigneth over the kings of the earth.

The Philippine Flag (Star of David). Where can you find today a nation without a banner or an insignia called flag? A flag is a very significant aspect of a nation’s identity as it indicates an entity in itself; a national symbol which carries everything about its history of origin.

The evolution of the Philippine flag was unprecedented; hence its significance is indisputable yet remained hidden from the eyes of the infidels. (Luke 8:10). It was the force of time and of the love of one’s mother land that brought this flag into maturity – an evolution that was hastened by peoples’ fervent desire for freedom; for equality, peace and social order; by the Filipinos’ nationalistic sentiments; for political stability and ideology, and; for the love of one’s country and fellowmen, in a country of humble origin serving its master.

“But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein shall be burned up.” (2 Pet. 3:10).

His mission ended at the cross in Mt. Calvary. But He left a promise that will surely come. But how can one decipher the signs for the fulfillment of His promises if he’s heeding not and relying on his own understanding?

“And then shall they see the Son of man coming in the clouds with great power and glory.” (Mark 13:26).

His presence was first felt with the mystifying melody of an incidental music that was played but has no name, in the late morning of June 12, 1898. Hence, a fulfillment of His promise. On that same day, His flag officially flew as a gift (Aguinaldo means gift) to His chosen people in their chosen land. His flag symbolizes everything about Him in His last moments in Mt. Calvary. It was the day of celebration for the realization of the promise His people had been waiting for thousands of years ago.

A year later, in 1899, a lyrics was adopted for the music, in Spanish then later translated and changed its title to “Lupang Hinirang” which would mean “Chosen Land”. And, forty years after that, an English translation of the lyrics was made official by the Philippine Commonwealth under Commonwealth Act 382 on December 5, 1938. The first quatrain of the lyrics is shown:¹⁰⁶

Land of the morning,

Child of the sun returning,

With fervor burning,

Thee do our souls adore.

The lyrics itself amplifies the fulfillment of the promise. The land that is being referred here is a land in the east where the sun rises in the morning – in the Far East. (Isa. 46:11). The Philippines is undisputedly located in the east and the only Christian-dominating country in the region hence a good hint to consider.

The sun is a common representation of God which is usually depicted with its glowing rays. The sun was also a common Christian symbol in Renaissance art and early lithography. However, there is no universal specific way we can describe God because His glory and appearance are utterly unimaginable thus not like anything that we can describe but nevertheless it is a unanimous established practice that the sun symbolizes God Himself. Accordingly, His face was like the sun shining in all its brilliance. (Rev. 1:16).

Hence, the Son of God had already returned on that day of June 12, 1898 as felt by most Filipinos, not only in their mere human feelings but also in their inner-selves, in their spirits or souls, as the Holy Spirit touched every one of them (Acts 2:4). It was their fervent hope and desire that was realized on that same date.

The Filipino People (Ten Virgins). The most significant date in the history of the Filipino people is the proclamation of the Philippine Independence on June 12, 1898 but only few of the Filipino citizens have noticed how significant this event was. Most, if not all Filipinos knew by fact that the Philippine flag that is freely waving at the highest peak of the pole signifies freedom from colonialism. But the proclamation of Philippine Independence is more than the declaration and recognition of Philippine sovereignty by the United States and the rest of all countries in the world. The declaration of Philippine Independence is the very moment the Lord Jesus Christ had returned and fulfilled His promise.

Our concern is to find the escaped remnants or the lost tribes of Israel in the Far East, in the isles afar off. We have already traced the signs that lead us to place of fulfillment of His promise. Hence, do not let these things just passed you by. Heed for the whisper, listen to what the messenger will say. (Isa. 18:3).

Maharlika (Nobles). Again, who are the nobles? The term noble signifies rank or royalty; hence its plural would mean those who belong to the upper class or royal family. However, the term which we are referring to here is those chosen people who will inherit the Promised Land regardless of their nationality of origin. Nevertheless, they are called the descendants of the remnants of the chosen people. Thus, the nobles are also referred to the remnants of the lost tribes who traversed the long way in their search for the Promised Land.

Historically, the early Filipinos were called nobles (maharlika). The ten Bornean datus were royalties. There was once an attempt by the late President Ferdinand Marcos to establish royal nobility in the Philippine presidency. He once proposed to change the name of the country to Maharlika which was agreed by some by opposed by many. President Marcos had also one time redirected the Philippines in his quest to establish a new society (Bagong Lipunan). And, although he was popularly known as a dictator, he was but regarded by many as a saint,¹⁰⁷ and as a prince.¹⁰⁸

Dinagat Islands (Mt. Zion). The Province of Dinagat Islands is now the newest and the youngest province of the Philippine Republic.

The history of Dinagat Islands is as mysterious as the life of the late Divine Master Ruben Ecleo, Sr., the Supreme President and Founder of the Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Association, Inc. (PBMA, Inc.). Almost every corner and every aspect of its enchanting grandeur are living witnesses to its mysterious pasts.

The advent of the people to the island of Dinagat made possible the establishment of the little sitio of Puyange (now San Jose) as the cradle of the PBMA. San Jose became the most adorable place ever known by those who have experienced the healing capability of the island and in the history of the Association. Visiting people have heartfully named this place as the “gateway to the Promised Land.”¹⁰⁹

PUTTING THE PIECES TOGETHER

Piece One.

“But before all these, they shall lay their hands on you, and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues, and into prisons, being brought before kings and rulers for my name's sake.” (Luke 21:12)

It has been an experience by many PBMA missionaries that they were put to prisons because of complaints either from their unsatisfied patients, from a physician with a conflict of interest on the same patients, or from a third person totally unaware of the real healing situations driven by wrong information and accusations. Complaints vary from illegal practice of medicine, to unacceptable healing procedures, to practice of sorcery and divination, or merely for being a follower of Divine Master Ruben Ecleo.

And there is another substance of the piece that is happening in the real world of PBMA members particularly in the home country of the Association, in Philippines. PBMA is now being tagged as a cult and its members as fanatics ready to die for their Master. Their Master is regarded as a charlatan, a psychopath, a killer, a womanizer, and a shabu user. All the devilish attributes are conferred to him, who seems for them (non-members) is the worst man they ever knew. Yet, all these things have been forecasted thousands of years ago - “And ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake.” (Mark 13:13).

But, despite of all these, PBMA had survived for almost half a century now in a fiefdom of its own, in the islands of Dinagat. The teachings of the late Divine Master Ruben Ecleo, Sr. had become its unifying force that continuously attracting hundreds of flocks to its shore. For those who have patiently dig into its sanctum, PBMA is more than a missionaries’ association, it is the present day version of the society called by the Lord Jesus Christ during His times. Every PBMA members are constantly reminded to be a role model and a good example. Everyone is obliged to follow the laws of God (particularly His Ten Commandments), the laws of the government, and the laws of PBMA (denouncing all forms of vices) as a personal oath, and to prove through their own manners that all the accusations are absolutely wrong and without basis. And, while on mission, every member is required, by virtue of a Board of Directors resolution, to report immediately to the office of the barangay captain or to its equivalent and present therein his personal identification and the very purpose of his mission in the locality. Every member is also obligatory to follow the “Balaud Sa Misyon” (Mission Ordinances), a list of the dos and don’ts while on mission. In this way, all missioners will be guided accordingly and the reasons for the complaints mentioned will be avoided.

Piece Two.

“I am come in my Father's name.” (John 5:43)

Obviously, Master Ruben Ecleo, Jr. assumed the responsibilities being the supreme president of the Association after his father, Divine Master Ruben Ecleo, Sr. This is a literal fulfillment of the piece between the father and the son. But there is another realization of the piece which is deeper in essence – the spiritual side – the hidden agenda as foretold long time ago.

The Divine Master Ruben Ecleo used to tell that he was sent by his father for a mission in this world. Apparently, his father was Jose Ecleo but the father he was referring to is the same father addressed by the Lord Jesus Christ during His times. He never claimed he was Jesus Christ but obviously his life revolved in like manner as that of the Lord Jesus Christ and all the signs as foretold more than two thousand years ago were seen in him. He also revealed to his missioners his spiritual name and whoever calls him secretly with that name, he’ll respond as well in secret.

Piece Three.

“And these signs shall follow them that believe; in my name shall they cast out devils;” (Mark 16:17).

How do you call a person whose name alone is a forbidden word to the ears of unclean spirit? Better yet, how do you call a man whose picture alone can cast away evil spirits? And how much more if he’s spiritual name is uttered purposely to drive them away? Is he not a god, or someone with authority, like the Lord Jesus Christ before? Then, the Divine Master Ruben Ecleo can be regarded as such.  

Testimonies have been uttered and or recorded by the PBMA missionaries including those with the author as he personally administered casting away unclean spirit or acted as an aide in exorcising possessed patients with evil spirits. They knew for sure both the missionaries and the unclean spirits that the power invoked in the exorcism is from the Divine Master Ruben Ecleo, Sr.

Piece Four.

“In that he saith, a new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away.” (Heb. 8:13).

Truly, a new covenant has been conferred and sealed between the Divine Master and his missioners. Every Aramaic divine word released to PBMA members nowadays are revisions from the old formats by no other than the Divine Master Ruben, Sr. He saved not only times to memorize these words but also of the powers conferred to every spirit in charge to every divine words, including the number of spirits assigned to it. And who is he who can revise these things and yet maintaining their essences and power? And who is he who can even assign spirits for each divine word if not a god himself?

Piece Five.

“…to him that overcometh will I give to eat of the hidden manna, and will give him a white stone, and in the stone a new name written, which no man knoweth saving he that receiveth it.” (Rev. 2:17).

Manna is a miraculous food from heaven, as the one supplied on with the Israelites for subsistence while in the wilderness. Manna is a food; a spiritual food to be specific. It must be the same food taken by Lord Jesus Christ while he was on forty days fasting. An almost the same hidden manna will be given to those who will endure until the end. Every PBMA member has received in their own respective rights spiritual subsistence, like this which will be used in due times.

Lucky are those who have endured for they also receive the white stone upon which the new name is written. And among all the known major and minor religions and religious organizations throughout the world, who among them have already received this white stone, except for the PBMA members? And much more because the new name is already known by them. Try to think about it.

Piece Six.

“Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God, and he shall go no more out: and I will write upon him the name of my God…” (Rev. 3:12).

There are so many interpretations of the word “temple of God” but the “temple” being referred here is the promise land where all His chosen people will live together. They will be His people and He will be their God forever and ever.

The place of “Puyange” (now San Jose), which is the home base of the Philippine Benevolent Missionaries Association, Inc. is regarded by its members as the biblical promised land for the chosen people. The name Puyange came from a forest tree, of which according to the early settlers of the island, was called “tree of life”. Accordingly, there was a time in the Islands of Dinagat when the local folks have nothing to eat because of a typhoon that devastated all their crops. So, they resulted to all fruits possible in the forest until they found that tree they later called “puyange” that subsisted them until the next crops. 

San Jose is already a municipality and Dinagat Islands is now the newest province in the Philippines. All these become possible because of the visions of the Divine Master Ruben Ecleo to transform the island into a sanctuary for those who will choose to live with Him. Thanks to the efforts of the Hon. Congresswoman Glenda B. Ecleo, the material better-half of the late Divine Master Ruben, Sr., Dinagat Islands is now a separate province. Today, most of the settlers of the Municipality of San Jose are followers of Ruben and they are regarding him as the fulfillment of the promises foretold in the Bible long time ago.

“… and I will write upon him my new name.” (Rev. 3:12)

When the Divine Master passed away, his remains was placed in a mausoleum now called the “Divine Master’s Shrine”. Inside this mausoleum one can obviously read his spiritual name.

Piece Seven.

“For this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith the Lord; I will put my laws into their mind, and write them in their hearts: and I will be to them a God, and they shall be to me a people” (Heb. 8:10)

The history of Israel started with Abraham four thousand years ago. Abraham begot son, Isaac, Isaac begot Jacob. Jacob’s name was changed to “Israel” (Gen. 35:10) and from him came the twelve tribes of Israel. Reuben was his first born. (Gen. 46:8). Israelite are the chosen people of God and from them comes King David, from whose descendants, Jesus was born.

However, we cannot even in a spiritual sense refer to ourselves as “Israel.” The “true Israel” or the “spiritual Israel” refers to saved Jews who are also circumcised in their hearts. Only they are in the true (spiritual) sense of the word “Israelites” or “Jews” who qualify to be described as the people of God. The Lord is not pleased with the unsaved members of this people and has pronounced His judgments upon them (1 Cor. 10:5). For this reason, He says: “For they are not all Israel who are of Israel” (Rom. 9:6). This distinction is made spiritually: “For he is not a Jew who is one outwardly, nor is that circumcision which is outward in the flesh; but he is a Jew who is one inwardly, and circumcision is that of the heart, in the Spirit, and not in the letter; whose praise is not from men but from God” (Rom. 2:28-29).¹¹⁰

Hence, to be an Israelite or a Jew doesn’t require a change of citizenship or of social identity but by heart – in the Spirit through faith. And he who has faith in Him both by heart and spirit is for God a true Jewish.

All PBMA members are, by heart and spirit, [must] have to observe the covenant in all their dealings for the rest of their lives.

Piece Eight.

 “…they shall speak with new tongues.” (Mark 16:17)

There is little linguistic diversity among the approximately 150 Philippine languages. Almost all of them belonging to the Austronesian language family.¹¹¹ Of all of these languages, only 2 are considered official in the country, at least 10 are considered major and at least 8 are considered co-official.¹¹² But what is surprising is the introduction of a new language alien to all Filipinos but now the main form of the revised prayer and spiritual doctrine subscribe by all PBMA members.  It was the late Divine Master Ruben Ecleo, Sr. who, upon revision from the old form called “dis-communion”, had introduced the said language to his followers. Revised Aramaic language or simply “divine words” as what the Divine Master called these are now in the possessions of his followers signifying their relationships with their “Teacher”. In like manner, the Lord Jesus Christ spoke the Aramaic language during His ministries signifying His relationship and authority from the Father Almighty.

“For he that speaketh in an unknown tongue speaketh not unto men, but unto God: for no man understandeth him; howbeit in the spirit he speaketh mysteries.” (1 Cor. 14:2)

The Lord Jesus Christ had promised for the Holy Spirit to come in due course of time hence we have to be vigilant for He will come like a thief in the night. (1 Thess. 5:2). And so, if ever happened you meet a group of people or a community whose population can speak a very unique and strange language unknown to all mankind, then you must heed for there is message they wanted to tell you – a message from the Holy Spirit. (Acts 2:4).

Piece Nine.

“And they sung as it were a new song before the throne, and before the four beasts, and the elders: and no man could learn that song but the hundred and forty and four thousand, which were redeemed from the earth.” (Rev. 14:3).

Have you ever heard about the Mararca Sacred Hymn? Anyone can search the internet for answers but all these were posted by none other than the PBMA members. 

Piece Ten.

“And he said, Verily I say unto you, No prophet is accepted in his own country.” (Luke 4:24)

All is being said and done. Despite of all these pieces painstakingly and laboriously figured out and put together with the author’s desire to shed light on to the controversies, masterminded by the many cons, aiming to degrade the humble name of the Association, hitherto there is nothing to expect but the prevailing scenario of the one prophesied.

As, Isaiah wrote:

“Whom shall he teach knowledge? And whom shall he make to understand doctrine? Them that are weaned from the milk, and drawn from the breast?” “For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little:” “For with stammering lips and another tongue will he speak to this people.” “To whom he said, This is the rest wherewith ye may cause the weary to rest; and this is the refreshing: yet they would not hear.” “But the word of the Lord was unto them precept upon precept, precept upon precept; line upon line, line upon line; here a little, and there a little; that they might go, and fall backward, and be broken, and snared, and taken.” (Isa. 28:9-13).

Many have seen yet they don’t believe. Blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.” (John 20:29).

  (End of the Book)

 Note: Complete text is available upon request from the author.