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6 Adonijah had an only child whom he had given the name of Melchizedek. The beauty, tenderness and
wisdom of that beloved son had been his inspiration for the edification and foundation of his kingdom.
7 Melchizedek was twelve years old, when Salem was inaugurated. It was the plan of Adonias to crown
him king over the approved subjects, at the end of the six years. This plan would keep it a secret until
the right time.
8 The prince, with his virtues and sympathy, soon became very dear to everyone in Salem. He always
had a smile and a word of affection on his lips. He appreciated being with the subjects in their homes,
reciting the laws of the parchment in the form of beautiful songs that he lived composing. Its presence
brought to the environment an atmosphere of happiness and peace. That beloved prince possessed, in
fact, all the virtues necessary to be king of a Victorious Salem.
9 Adonijah had built a special mansion next to the palace, with the purpose of offering it to the subject
whose life most perfectly expressed the laws of the parchment. Daily he watched the inhabitants,
searching among them for that person whom he wished to honor.
10 He was walking through Salem's malls, when, through the chirping of birds, Adonijah heard a voice
similar to that of his son. Turning to see who he was, he found a beautiful young man singing a song.
When he contemplated on his face the brightness of wisdom and purity, Adonijah was glad to have
found him whom he could honor. That young man, who was a faithful copy of the prince, was called
Samael.
11 Placing a ring on his finger, the king led him to the palace, where he was received by Melchizedek
who offered many presents, including the right to always be by his side.
12 Adonijah prepared a great banquet in honor of Samael, for which all were invited. When he looked at
him next to the king, the subjects cheered him with joy, crediting him as being the prince himself.
13 They exalted with joy the virtues of that beautiful young man, when Melchizedek manifested himself,
placing himself with a smile to the right of his father.
14 At the banquet, Samael was honored by all. He was really worthy of residing in the mansion of the
mountain, for there was in him a perfect reflection of the virtues that crowned the beloved prince.

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(The sublime compositions of Melchizedek inspired the people to acts of kindness and peace. Music
preserving harmony and peace. Samael, Melchizedek's inseparable companion. Important revelations of
Adonijah to his people about the future government of a victorious Salem. Samael, guardian of the
laws.)
1 Salem grew in happiness and peace. With joy, the subjects gathered every day at dawn to hear, sing
and play the sublime compositions of Melchizedek, which inspired acts of kindness and peace.
2 Among friendships born and strengthened by virtue of harmonious music, the one that united the
prince and Samael stood out. Since he had begun to reside in the mountain mansion, Samael had
become his constant companion. Together they spent long hours, meditating on the laws of parchment.
With admiration, the honest subject saw Adonijah's son transform those laws into beautiful songs. The
sweet melodies were born from his lips like the perfume of a flower.
3 Aware of the importance of music in the preservation of harmony and peace in Salem, the prince, in
addition to singing, began to devote himself to instrumental music, the lute being his favorite
instrument. It was through that instrument that he was able to express with greater perfection the
richness of his soul.
4 Of the six years of testing, five finally passed. Adonías, happy to see that until then all the inhabitants
of Salem had remained loyal to the principles contained in the parchment, summoned them to a
banquet, in which he would make important revelations.
5 Having taken their places before the throne, the subjects joyfully joined the voices singing the songs of
peace, being ruled by Samael.
6 After hearing them, the king, excited, addressed his son, hugging him in the midst of applause from
the grateful crowd. Everyone recognized that peace and joy in Salem were largely due to the love and
dedication of the beloved prince, who was the author of those sweet songs.
7 At that moment of recognition and gratitude, Adonijah revealed his plans kept until then secret. In a
leisurely voice, he told them:
8 - Subjects of this kingdom of peace, my soul is full of joy to contemplate on your day your faces more
radiant than in times past. Your clothes remain white and pure, as when you received them from my
hands. The harmony of your voices and instruments are better today.
9 Having said these words, the king added solemnly:
10 —A year of trial still remains, at the end of which you will be examined. Remaining faithful as here,
you will be honored by being confirmed as subjects of this kingdom of peace. However, if someone were
found at fault, they will be banished, even if this trial brings us much sadness and suffering. -