7:1
I asked, “Where does the sun begin its labor after the rooster calls?” 9
7:2
The messenger said, “All I showed you belongs to the first and second heavens. Through the third heaven the sun passes and gives light to the world.”
7:3
“Wait and you will see the radiance of Elohim.” As he spoke, I saw the bird move ahead, diminish, and then return to its full measure.
7:4
Behind it I saw the shining sun, the messengers drawing it, and a crown upon its head whose appearance we could not endure.
7:5
When the sun shone, the Phoenix spread its wings. I fell low in fear and hid beneath the wings of my guiding messenger.
7:6
The messenger said, “Do not fear, Baruk. Remain, and you will also see their setting.”