Approaching Terminus: The 10 Kings and Global Babylon · The Mulberry Ministry FAQ: How can we know 3 R-K Kings come from Daniel’s Ch. 7 4th Beast?Beast? “The ten horns are ten

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Approaching Terminus: The 10 Kings Approaching Terminus: The 10 Kings and Global Babylonand Global Babylon

Atlantic Prophecy Conference 2009Atlantic Prophecy Conference 2009Myrtle Beach, SCMyrtle Beach, SC

Wilfred J. HahnWilfred J. Hahn

Source: http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/sai-no-kawara.html, Ten Kings of Hell

Source: Jim Bourg/Reuters (New York Times)


10 Kings Must Be Important Topic 10 Kings Must Be Important Topic (though not much studied)(though not much studied)

• Mentioned literally in the Bible at least 5 times

• Shown in both symbol and word

• Found in Old and New Testaments

• Possibly also foreshadowed from Genesis to Deuteronomy (remez & drash)

• Play key, pivotal, rapid role in the last days

• They come “before” the AC (Daniel 7:24)


Why Study Topic of 10 Kings?Why Study Topic of 10 Kings?

• One of few prophecies that may begin before Tribulation (perhaps also the Rapture)

• An important prophecy for Jews & Christians

• Holds potential implications for America

• An indication of the “last-day season”, several proofs of inerrancy of prophecy

• Prepares us for persecution … quickens us to “looketh up”



OutlineWhy: 10 kings relevant and important subjectWhere: References in the Bible?Wherefore: Major theoremsWhoa: Responses to some fallaciesWhen: Some studied speculationsWho: 13 Sets of characteristicsWhence: Key conclusions for believers


Where are the 10 Where are the 10 ““CoalitionCoalition”” Kings Kings mentioned in the Bible?mentioned in the Bible?

• Daniel 2 — “10 toes on statue”

• Daniel 7 — “10 horns on beast are 10 kings”

• Revelation 12 — “10 horns on beast”

• Revelation 13 — “10 horns on dragon”

• Revelation 17 — “10 horns on beast, 10 hills, are 10 kings”

• Indirectly … Revelation 18, Genesis 14 …?


Bible Symbolism? Horn and Hill Are Bible Symbolism? Horn and Hill Are Prominent Symbols Often UsedProminent Symbols Often Used

• Horn — means “power, potency, legacy, dynasty …”

i.e. “The horn of Moab is cut off, and his arm is broken, saith the LORD.” (Jeremiah 48:25)

• Hill — means “might, power, reign …”

i.e. “Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place?”(Psalm 124:3)


FAQ:FAQ: How to differentiate meanings How to differentiate meanings between between ““KingdomKingdom”” and and ““KingKing””??

“You, O king, are the king of kings.”(Daniel 2:37)

“After you, [Nebuchadnezzar] another kingdom will rise, inferior to yours.”(Daniel 2:39)

“In the days of these kings […]”(Daniel 2:44)

“Kings” and “kingdoms” are interchangeable


Correct Pictures of Visions? Beast of Correct Pictures of Visions? Beast of Revelation 12Revelation 12

Source: www.tribulation.com/dragon.htm

The great dragon with 7 heads, 7 crowns and 10 horns (Revelation 12)


Correct Picture? Beast of Rev. 13?Correct Picture? Beast of Rev. 13?

Source: www.fortunecity.com/

Beast out of the sea, 7 heads, 10 horns, 10 crowns & wound(Revelation 13)

Picture from Germany 1400 A.D. altar piece


Correct Picture? Beast of Revelation 13Correct Picture? Beast of Revelation 13

Source: glitteringspear.googlepages.com

Another picture of beast out of the sea (Revelation 13) with composite body of 3 animals (leopard, feet of bear, mouths of lions)


Correct Picture? Beast of Revelation 17Correct Picture? Beast of Revelation 17

Source: Pat Marvenko Smith www.revelationillustrated.com

Scarlet beast ridden upon by the prostitute, (Revelation 17) with 7 heads, 10 horns


Correct Pictures of the Beasts? Correct Pictures of the Beasts?

All images shown were incorrect.

Let’s see what Scripture says!


…… All Visions Are Related All Visions Are Related …… Each Each Providing More InformationProviding More Information

Yes17:3, 7, 12, 16

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10 horns

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ten kings”

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ten kings”

10 kings

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waters.” 17:1)

“coming out of the sea.”(13:1)

“sign appeared in heaven”

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All 4 come out of sea.

Origin of Beast(s)?

YesYesYesYesBeast

Rev. 17-18Rev. 13Rev. 12Daniel 74th Beast

Daniel 2Image or Reference

FAQ: How can we be sure DanielFAQ: How can we be sure Daniel’’s & s & JohnJohn’’s 10s 10--K prophecies are connected?K prophecies are connected?


Important Definitions:Important Definitions:Sorting Out the many kings Sorting Out the many kings …… 18 Kings18 Kings

• Revelation 17 mentions total of 18 kings• We identify 3 categories:

#1. “7 heads that are hills & kings”(Revelation 17:9-10)

#2. “10 horns that are kings” (Rev. 17:7) #3. Antichrist, “8th king belongs to the 7

heads, also is beast”(Revelation 17:9-11)

We will refer to them as Ruler Kings (R-K) and 10-Kings (10-K)


Where are the Historic Ruler KingsWhere are the Historic Ruler Kings(R(R--K) mentioned in the Bible?K) mentioned in the Bible?

• Daniel 2 - 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th

• Daniel 7 - 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, (8th)

• Zechariah 2 - “4 horns & 4 craftsmen”

• Revelation 12 - “7 heads on beast”

• Revelation 13 - “7 heads on dragon”

• Revelation 17 - “7 heads on beast” & 8th

• Indirectly … Joel 2?


FAQ: How can we know 3 RFAQ: How can we know 3 R--K Kings K Kings come from Danielcome from Daniel’’s Ch. 7 4s Ch. 7 4thth Beast?Beast?

“The ten horns are ten kings (#2) who will come from this kingdom (#1) [4th Beast Daniel saw- Roman]. After them another king (#3) will arise, different from the earlier ones […].” (Daniel 7:24)

We confirm here that 3 R-Ks (6th, 7th & 8th) have common lineage: #1 - beast (6th head); #2 - 10 horns (7th head); #3 - 8th king! (Revelation 17:11)


FAQ: To which FAQ: To which ““headhead”” dodothe 10 horns belong?the 10 horns belong?

• 2nd stage of the 4th beast (Daniel 7) is “10 toes”

“They are also seven kings. Five have fallen, one is, the other has not yet come; but when he does come, he must remain for a little while.” (Revelation 17:10)

• Horns not on 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th heads

“Ten horns have not received a kingdom […] (verse 12)

• Not on 6th head of beast. Must be 7th


FAQ: How do we know 10FAQ: How do we know 10--K Kings exist K Kings exist together together …… at the same time?at the same time?

• They are the essence of one head … the 7th

• They are only in power together for “one hour”(Revelation 17:12)

• “One purpose” is to assemble power for the Antichrist. Must be together (Revelation 17:13)

• Daniel shows “feet” with 10 toes, implying the last power arrangement mixed with clay. Who does not have 10 toes at same time?


Key DifferencesKey Differencesof Rof R--K and 10K and 10--K Kings?K Kings?

• R-Ks are in sequential, successive world “ruler” position and therefore historic yet remaining to the last days

• 10-K kings exist during the same time (“for one hour”) … contemporaneously

• Both R-Ks and 10-Ks represent kingdoms (countries) … and founding specific kings

• 10-K’s one purpose is a collective or “power”coalition


BibleBible’’s World History of Oppressive s World History of Oppressive Gentiles Gentiles –– 18 Kings in the Flesh18 Kings in the Flesh

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= 8 World Ruler Kings = 10 Coalition Kings + 11th (Contemporaneously)

Zechariah’s HornsZechariah’s CraftsmenRoman ExtractionAntichrist


•• Can we identify them? Any fallacies?Can we identify them? Any fallacies?

•• Do these nations (kings) Do these nations (kings) …… or at least some or at least some of them of them …… exit today?exit today?

•• America in or out of America in or out of ““1010--king coalitionking coalition””??

•• Are you living in a Are you living in a ““1010--kingking”” nation & what nation & what difference would it make?difference would it make?

•• What conclusions benefit us?What conclusions benefit us?

First must address First must address FAQsFAQs & fallacies!& fallacies!

Urgent Questions & Challenges:Urgent Questions & Challenges:Who Are the LastWho Are the Last--day 10 Kings?day 10 Kings?


Key Fallacies to Note and AvoidKey Fallacies to Note and AvoidAbout the 10 Kings (10K)About the 10 Kings (10K)

10-K Kings exist at same time. Historical view of 10-K kings is not correct (Historicism).

10 horns are on one R-K head, 7th, not others.

10-K kings are humans … not demons. Why?

10-K kings are real leaders of nations. Why?

10-K are not symbolic of “kings of the earth”but literal “power coalition” of exactly 10. Why?


Meaning of Meaning of ““KingKing”” in the Bible in the Bible ……A Human MaleA Human Male

• Found 2965 times in the Bible (singular & plural)

• Interpreted from “melek” (Hebrew, Aramaic), “Basileu” (Greek)

• Definition – Male, has absolute, highest power

• Term always applies to human (a few times to Jesus Christ/God)

• Never applies to a spiritual entity alone (prince most often used for demons)


FAQ: What does the Bible mean by FAQ: What does the Bible mean by ““kingking””??

• Important definition in order to determine nature and identity of 10 kings

• A male with sovereign power … not female

• A human being … a person in the flesh

Eve finally gets even. What one woman starts, needs 10 men to finish!

• OT Kings had absolute power. Who would qualify as ancient kings today? Very few.


FAQ: Who Qualifies as King Today?FAQ: Who Qualifies as King Today?Modern Day Kings of Several TypesModern Day Kings of Several Types

• 44 countries today have kings or queens

• 35 Heads (Queen Elizabeth counts as 9)

• Total of 32 kings, 3 queens

• Europe has 12 royals; Muslim states have 16

• Most today are constitutional … no absolute power as during Prophet Daniel’s time

• Only 6 kings today have absolute power as in ancient times – not enough to number 10


TodayToday’’s Real Kings: What Do They s Real Kings: What Do They Have in Common?Have in Common?

Swaziland Brunei

OmanQatar

Saudi ArabiaVatican City

(Pope is the only king that is head of government, state and religion)


TodayToday’’s Equivalent to Kings? Rs Equivalent to Kings? R--Ks Ks Have 7 Commonalities, Differences Have 7 Commonalities, Differences

• All overpower or conquer the previous one

• All leave a legacy to posterity in some way

• Each kingdom greater in power than prior

• All are gentile kingdoms that persecute Jews

• All are of single race … people … except 4th

beast out of which 3 are successively related

• All fight against the Lamb

• Power of individual kings (of each Ruler Kingdom) inferior to the previous


TodayToday’’s Elected Leaders Qualify as s Elected Leaders Qualify as ““KingsKings”” in the Biblein the Bible’’s Meanings Meaning

• Nebuchadnezzar had absolute power …could overturn his own edicts

• Xerxes (Persian, R-K #4) could not overturn his own commands

• Greek kings needed to win support … later giving rise to democracy

• Roman leaders fought to rule

• Today’s leaders, though relatively powerless, qualify as prophecy’s kings.


FAQ: How do we know that there are a FAQ: How do we know that there are a literal literal ““ten kingsten kings”” …… no more, no less?no more, no less?

• Revelation 17: If 7 R-K kings (heads) literal, why not the 10-K … 10 hills … 10 horns?

• Daniel says that 3 of 10 will be uprooted by Antichrist. (Daniel 9:24) Does he therefore mean 30% … and not 3?

• If AC makes covenant with “many” (Daniel 9:36) does this mean 10 or more than 10?

No reason to take “10” to be allegorical


Prominent Countries Today Together Prominent Countries Today Together Ruling the World Ruling the World –– GG--77

GG--7 Countries7 Countries


New Significant Global PlayersNew Significant Global Playersat the Gat the G--20 Table 20 Table –– Emerging 7Emerging 7

EE--7 Countries7 Countries


Source: International Monetary Fund, WEO Database, April 2009 Format: Mulberry Press Inc.

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Who Are the LastWho Are the Last--day 10 Kings?day 10 Kings?

We will examine:We will examine:

Bible SourcesBible Sources

•• 13 Clues, Conditions, Characteristics & 13 Clues, Conditions, Characteristics & DeductionsDeductions

Global AnalysisGlobal Analysis

•• Search for global Search for global ““power and authoritypower and authority””

•• Scenarios & ObservationsScenarios & Observations


13 Major Clues13 Major CluesAbout the LastAbout the Last--day Kingsday Kings

#1. Kings must be of nations or sovereign entities that derive from Roman-type “peoples” or societies that existed during the 1st century

“The ten horns are ten kings who will come from this kingdom [4th beast]. […].”(Daniel 7:24)


Daniel 9:26 Daniel 9:26 —— the Cornerstone Verse!the Cornerstone Verse!What does it mean?!?What does it mean?!?

“[...] The people … of the ruler who will come [AC or 8th R-K] … will destroy the city and the sanctuary [in 70 AD].”(Daniel 9:26)

Who are these “people, where are they today? The anchor we are given is “people”


5 Major Theorems:5 Major Theorems:““PeoplePeople”” Source of 10 Kings (10Source of 10 Kings (10--Ks)?Ks)?

#1. From geographic area of Roman Occupation at time of 70 AD

#2. From “peoples” (Daniel 7:26) of Roman Army 70 A.D. Includes Roman Offshoots

#3. Roman System (Most countries today)

#4. Romanism (Roman Catholic link)

#5. Mid-Eastern Origin (Mostly Muslim origin)


#1. Geographic Footprint of Roman #1. Geographic Footprint of Roman Empire: Time of Claudius Empire: Time of Claudius –– 54 A.D.54 A.D.

Map Source: http://www.roman-empire.net/maps/empire/extent/rome-modern-day-nations.html


ModernModern--day Countries in the Roman day Countries in the Roman Empire (47 plus nations)Empire (47 plus nations)

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Map Source: http://www.roman-empire.net


Roman Offshoots? All NewRoman Offshoots? All New--World World Offshoots are RomanOffshoots are Roman

Map Source: http://www.roman-empire.net/maps/empire/extent/rome-modern-day-nations.html


13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kingsday 10 Kings#2, #3 & #4 (Definition of #2, #3 & #4 (Definition of ““kingking””))

#2. Must be a sovereign ruler of a nation

#3. The kings must be male ... not a queen (Angela Merkel disqualifies Germany today)

#4. The majority of a country’s population over which a “king” will preside must be essentially pagan, tolerant … Babylonish. How so?


Saints inherit the kingdom … not “another people” or non-saints (pagans)

The “kings” [nations] and “inhabitants” of the earth committed adultery with the prostitute.” (Revelation 17:2)

“… a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people.” (Daniel 2:24) “[…] power and greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be handed over to the saints.”(Daniel 7:27)


““The ten horns you saw are ten kings who The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom in have not yet received a kingdom in [95 A.D.][95 A.D.]but who for one hour will receive authority as but who for one hour will receive authority as kings along with the beast.kings along with the beast.”” (Revelation 17:12)

#5. Eligible nations for the “top 10” list cannot have been in power prior to end of 1st century A.D. Reveals an exclusion! China, Iran … etc.

#6. 10 kings must be yet future … after 90 A.D.!

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#5, #6#5, #6


#7. Though the “10-king power coalition” is based upon “multipolarism” [one reason that the 4th beast is different] some nations are strong [militarily or in number] some are not

Multipolarism is unusual human power structure! None in history?

#8. Eligible nation group must be multi-race, multi-tribe population … pluralistic … as each “toe” is a mixture of “iron and clay”

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#7, #8 (Daniel 2:40#7, #8 (Daniel 2:40--41)41)


#9. Religion is fused with commercialism

All six prior “heads” of beast, the leader was the political/economic head and also religious head considered to be a god. The two spheres were fused in one person

Revelation 17 and 18 describe a similar fusion!Begins and ends in Babylon (See Zechariah 6). Today, Babylon the Great is drunk on religion of economics, monetarism … etc.

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings: #9 day 10 Kings: #9


#10. Must be appropriately matched in power & influence as 10 kings are a multi-polar association. Why?

• Daniel 2: Picture of 10 toes – some bigger, smaller, but proportionate

• No coalition possible if “Superpower” exists

• Together must be bigger in power than all others “kings” or nations or factions

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#10 #10 –– Relative SizeRelative Size


#11. Power Aided by an Enslaving Oppressive Debt System

“I will surely raise my hand against them so that their slaves will plunder them. Then you will know that the LORD Almighty has sent me.”(Zechariah 2:9)

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#11 #11 –– ContCont’’d.d.


#11. Power Aided by an Enslaving Oppressive Debt System

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#11 #11 –– Debt Based SystemDebt Based System

“Woe to him who increases what is not his—For how long—And makes himself rich with loans? Will not your creditors rise up suddenly, And those who collect from you awaken? Indeed, you will become plunder for them. Because you have looted many nations” (Habakkuk 2:6-8 - NASB)


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#12. Divided & Different

How so?

• Multipolarism

• Democracy

• Not one people … but an association of comment interests, values … etc.

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#12#12


#12. Divided & Different

“It was different from all the former beasts, and it had ten horns” (Daniel 7.7) It will be different from all the other kingdoms” (Daniel 7:23)

“ Just as you saw that the feet and toes were partly of baked clay and partly of iron, so this will be a divided kingdom”(Daniel 2:41)

13 Identifiers of the Last13 Identifiers of the Last--day 10 Kings:day 10 Kings:#12#12


“The […] ten kings […] have one purpose and will give their power and authority to the beast.” (Revelation 17:12-13)

“And he was given authority over every tribe, people, language and nation.”(Revelation 13:7)

Must have enough “power and authority” that “no one will be able to stand against him.”(Daniel 11:16)

Final & Penultimate #13 Final & Penultimate #13 –– ““Power and Power and authorityauthority””


What is the final “power and authority” that the 10 kings give to

the Antichrist?

Where is Global Power Today?Where is Global Power Today?

Final & Penultimate Factor #13 Final & Penultimate Factor #13 ––““Power and AuthorityPower and Authority””


Assessment of Types of Power Today Assessment of Types of Power Today Our Database & ApproachOur Database & Approach

• 165 countries surveyed (Includes only nations with greater than 500,000 in population. Exceptions Luxemburg, Iceland and the Vatican.)

• Over 65 factors ranked and rated for all 165 nations. (Economic, military, religious, international roles, influence … etc.)

• Assess #1 Direct Power; and #2. Soft Power


Different Types of Power TodayDifferent Types of Power TodayWide Range of Factors SurveyedWide Range of Factors Surveyed

• Economy, relative wealth, billionaires, military, debt, trade prominence, technology patents, stock market size, GDP per capita, FDI, arable land, memberships on NATO, IMF, World Bank, international indebtedness, banking system, population size, demographics, army, MNCs, world brands, media influence, natural resources …etc. … etc. …


Example of Direct Power Example of Direct Power -- Military Military Expenditures: U.S. on TopExpenditures: U.S. on Top

Rank Military expenditures - dollar figureUnited States 1 370,700,000,000$ China 2 67,490,000,000$ Japan 3 45,841,000,000$ France 4 45,000,000,000$ United Kingdom 5 42,836,500,000$ Germany 6 35,063,000,000$ Italy 7 28,182,800,000$ South Korea 8 20,000,000,000$ India 9 18,860,000,000$ Saudi Arabia 10 18,000,000,000$ Australia 11 16,650,000,000$ Turkey 12 12,155,000,000$ Brazil 13 11,000,000,000$ Spain 14 9,906,500,000$ Canada 15 9,801,700,000$ Netherlands 16 9,408,000,000$ Israel 17 9,110,000,000$ Taiwan 18 7,574,000,000$ Mexico 19 6,043,000,000$ Greece 20 5,890,000,000$ Source: CIA

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Final AnswersFinal Answers

Who are the final 10 Kings? Who are the final 10 Kings?

What are implications for America?What are implications for America?

PLEASE SEE PART II

Globalism Driven by Crisis: How to Keep Your Heart


•• All 5 pictures in Bible show same 10 kings!All 5 pictures in Bible show same 10 kings!

•• Not to be confused with the RNot to be confused with the R--K kings or 7 K kings or 7 heads on the beast of Revelation 12, 13, 17heads on the beast of Revelation 12, 13, 17

•• Exactly 10 kings exist simultaneously Exactly 10 kings exist simultaneously …… and and not sequentiallynot sequentially

•• They are 10 humans (male leaders) and not They are 10 humans (male leaders) and not princes (demons)princes (demons)

Conclusions of 10 Kings StudyConclusions of 10 Kings StudyTo This PointTo This Point


Conclusions of 10 Kings StudyConclusions of 10 Kings StudyTo This PointTo This Point

• Time of the 10 kings is approaching … fast

• 10 kings visible before the Rapture … perhaps!

• Very possible, but cannot prove that all will come from area of Europe & Near East

• Get ready: Much dislocation & turmoil ahead

• Multipolarism has implications for “super power” nations like the United States



Atlantic Prophecy Conference 2009Atlantic Prophecy Conference 2009Myrtle Beach, SCMyrtle Beach, SC

Wilfred J. HahnWilfred J. Hahn

Source: http://www.onmarkproductions.com/html/sai-no-kawara.html, Ten Kings of Hell

Source: Jim Bourg/Reuters (New York Times)

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Approaching Terminus: The 10 Kings and Global Babylon · The Mulberry Ministry FAQ: How can we know 3 R-K Kings come from Daniel’s Ch. 7 4th Beast?Beast? “The ten horns are ten