many of them] The Angel proceeds to describe or foretell the restitution of Gods people, after the troubles mentioned verse 1. which thing might also typifie the last resurrection, at which time shall be the full accomplishment of Christs Kingdom. that sleep] A Scripture term, to signifie the immortality of the soul after the death of the body; with a certain assurednesse of the resurrection; the better resurrection, Hebrews 11:35. many to life, and many to damnation. John 5:28-29. in the dust] Genesis 3:19. and 2. 7. shall awake] Isaiah 26:19. some to everlasting life] Matthew 25:46. John 5:29. some to shame] See Isaiah 66:24. Romans 9:21.