Conversion of Paul the Apostle Acts says that Paul was on his way from Jerusalem to Syrian Damascus with a mandate issued by the High Priest to seek out and arrest followers of Jesus, with the intention of returning them to Jerusalem as prisoners for questioning and possible execution. The journey is interrupted when Paul sees a blinding light, and communicates directly with a divine voice. The account continues with a description of Ananias of Damascus receiving a divine revelation instructing him to visit Saul at the house of Judas on the Street Called Straight and there lay hands on him to restore his sight
Revelation (Journey album) first week sales of the band's 2005 release "Generations". The album debuted at No. 1 on "Billboard"'s Independent Albums chart, No. 2 on "Billboard" Rock Album chart, and No. 5 on the "Billboard" 200, where it remained for 42 weeks. The album was not only a huge success in the United States, but also reached the charts in 9 different countries. "Revelation" was nominated for Album of the Year in "Classic Rock Magazine"'s annual poll. On December 18, 2008, the album was certified platinum by the RIAA, making it Journey's first such certification since their 1996 album "Trial by Fire".