The beast in the Book of Revelation is a symbolic figure that is described as a monstrous creature with seven heads, ten horns, and a body like a leopard. The seven heads of the beast are often interpreted as representing seven kingdoms or empires that have oppressed God's people throughout history. The ten horns represent ten kings or rulers who will arise in the end times to oppose God and His people. The beast is also associated with the Antichrist...

What causes the fall of an empire? This question echoes through the annals of history as we consider the major Empires.