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Originally Posted by Timotheist
The four horses are described in Zechariah. They have been active since "the foundation of the world", which is where the first four seals were opened, and where Christ was standing 'as having been slain'.
The white horse is not the 'gospel', or anything 'positive'. Rather, the four together administer fatal judgement on mankind, with Hades in the back gathering up the dead souls.
I believe the fifth seal marks the beginning of the Tribulation. Martyrs from that point forward do not go to Hades, but rather form the army that will return with Christ soon after that.
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I would like to read more about the fifth seal, can recommend some sources?