Prophecy Terms Glossary

The act of the Antichrist setting up an image in the rebuilt Jewish temple and demanding worship, as prophesied in Daniel 9:27 and Matthew 24:15.

The final world ruler who will oppose Christ and persecute believers during the tribulation. Also called the "man of lawlessness" and "the beast."

The final battle between Christ and the forces of the Antichrist, taking place in the Valley of Megiddo in Israel.

A coalition of nations that will attack Israel in the last days, led by a ruler from the north. Many scholars identify this with Russia and its allies.

The seven-year period of unprecedented trouble on earth before Christ's return, marked by judgments, persecution, and the rule of the Antichrist.

A mark on the right hand or forehead required to buy or sell during the tribulation. Often associated with the number 666.

The catching away of believers to meet Christ in the air. Timing is debated (pre-, mid-, or post-tribulation).

The prophesied rebuilding of the Jewish temple in Jerusalem, where the Antichrist will eventually declare himself to be God.

Peace agreements between Israel and Arab nations that some see as precursors to the prophesied end-times peace treaty.

The push toward one-world government, economy, and religion as prophesied in Revelation.

Government systems that track and control citizen behavior, potentially foreshadowing the beast system.

Central Bank Digital Currency - Government-controlled digital money that could enable the economic control system described in Revelation 13.

AI-generated fake videos or audio that could fulfill prophecies about false signs and wonders deceiving many.

Global digital identification systems that could be precursors to the mark of the beast system.

Brain-computer interface technology that could enable unprecedented control and monitoring of human thoughts and actions.