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King of North, Sixth Plague, End Times

Is the King of the North tied to the 6th plague in Revelation?

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According to the Bible, SOP and Pioneers, is the King of the North in Daniel 11:45 tied in with the 6th plague in Revelation 16

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Indeed, the King of the North in Daniel 11:45 is intrinsically linked with the sixth plague described in Revelation 16. This connection reveals vital insights into the unfolding of end-time events.

The King of the North and the End

The prophecy in Daniel 11:45 states that the King of the North "shall plant the tabernacles of his palace between the seas in the glorious holy mountain; yet he shall come to his end, and none shall help him." This power is identified as the Turkish dominion, with its center at Constantinople, which has historically occupied the territory of the original King of the North. This power is destined to meet its end. Tidings from the east and north were to trouble him, leading him to go forth with great fury, which was fulfilled in the Crimean War when Russia warred against the Ottoman Empire.

The Sixth Plague and the Drying of the Euphrates

Revelation 16:12 describes the sixth angel pouring out his vial upon the great river Euphrates, and its water being "dried up, that the way of the kings of the east might be prepared." This "drying up" signifies the cessation of the Turkish empire's nationality and power. This is a gradual process of decay that precedes its utter dissolution.

The Interconnectedness of Prophecy

The significant connection between the King of the North and the sixth plague becomes clear when we understand that the end of the Ottoman Empire occurs under this very plague. This event prepares the way for the "kings of the east." It is under the sixth plague that the world is gathered "to the battle of the great day of God." Revelation 16:12-14.

The pouring out of the seven last plagues occurs after Christ's intercession in the heavenly sanctuary ceases and probation has ended. These plagues embody the wrath of God poured out without mixture. The battle of Armageddon, which is part of the great time of trouble, climaxes during the sixth plague.

The Spirits of Devils and Armageddon

Under the sixth plague, three unclean spirits, like frogs, come out of the mouth of the dragon, the beast, and the false prophet. These are "the spirits of devils, working miracles, which go forth unto the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty." Revelation 16:13-14. This work is a preparatory phase for the fulfillment of prophecy.

The Great Voice and Final Judgment

The sequence of these events is clear: the nations become angry, then Christ finishes His work in the sanctuary and puts on garments of vengeance, and then the seven last plagues are poured out. The seventh plague brings forth a great voice from the throne in heaven declaring, "It is done." Revelation 16:17. This is accompanied by an unprecedented earthquake, the falling of cities, and the disappearance of islands and mountains. Revelation 16:17-20. This signifies the completion of God's wrath upon those who rejected His truth.

The prophetic books of Daniel and Revelation reveal the grand procession of events leading to the termination of probationary time and the ushering in of eternity. They highlight that the plagues are distinct and future events.

These important truths are essential for us to understand as we approach the swift culmination of earthly history, preparing a people to stand in the great day of God.

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