Section 1: The sins commited by the New Testament churches and the truth in the spoken words of God

First, we must let the Bible interpret itself.

The Symbols That Daniel Saw

1. The Sea: Symbolizes a multitude of people.

2. Revelation 18:12-13:
   “And the ten horns which thou sawest are ten kings, which have received no kingdom yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast. These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast, and of the beast that carrieth her, which hath the seven heads and ten horns.”

3. Revelation 17:8-13:

   • “The beast that thou sawest was, and is not; and shall ascend out of the bottomless pit, and go into perdition… The seven heads are seven mountains, on which the woman sitteth.”

   • “There are seven kings: five are fallen, one is, and the other is not yet come… The beast that was, and is not, even he is the eighth.”

   • “The ten horns are ten kings who have received no kingdom yet; but receive power as kings one hour with the beast. These have one mind, and shall give their power and strength unto the beast.”

4. Daniel 2:41-43:
   “And whereas thou sawest the feet and toes, part of potter’s clay, and part of iron, the kingdom shall be divided; but there shall be in it of the strength of the iron… the kingdom shall be partly strong, and partly broken… they shall mingle themselves with the seed of men: but they shall not cleave one to another, even as iron is not mixed with clay.”

These verses show that Rome, symbolized by iron, was fiercer and more destructive than previous world empires like Babylon, Medo-Persia, and Greece.

Rome grew from a small town into an empire with ten divisions, known as the Roman Empires. Though crushed or defeated, they were never completely destroyed. Today, this revival is seen in the European Union.

The Four Kingdoms of Nebuchadnezzar’s Image

Nebuchadnezzar’s dream in Daniel 2 shows a great image made of different metals. God revealed to Nebuchadnezzar (the head of gold) the sequence of ruling kingdoms after Babylon:

• Chest and Arms of Silver: Medo-Persia

• Thighs of Bronze: Greece

• Legs of Iron: Rome

What about the feet of iron mixed with clay? Many say this represents divided Europe. But a deeper look reveals more.

Daniel 2:41-43 explains that the iron is a symbol of world ruling power (Psalm 2:9, Revelation 2:27), while clay symbolizes the people of God, with the Lord as the Potter (Isaiah 64:8, Jeremiah 18:1-6).

• Iron = World Ruling Power

• Clay = The Professed Church

Revelation 17:12-13 links the ten toes to ten kings who give their power to the beast—the Papal Church of Rome. This shows a confederacy of civil powers uniting with the apostate church.

Catholicism is described as the corrupt, apostate religion with which kings have historically allied. In the last days, some Protestant churches will join this alliance, forming a global confederacy.

Jesus said His kingdom is not of this world (John 18:36), so God’s true servants must remain separate from worldly powers.

The Roman Empire and Its Legacy

Rome was the last world civil power to rule the earth. Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome were all world empires. But the feet of iron and clay in Nebuchadnezzar’s image show there will never be another single civil power ruling the world again. The divided state of the world will continue until Jesus returns.

The kings of the earth will give their power to the apostate Roman Catholic Church, but this alliance will only last a short time (Revelation 17). Ultimately, only the Kingdom of God, represented by the rock that smashes all earthly kingdoms, will last.

Are you ready to enter that Kingdom? Galatians 3:29 reminds us:
“If ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”

Rome’s Symbolism and the European Union

Rome was built on seven hills:

• Aventine

• Caelian

• Capitoline

• Esquiline

• Palatine

• Quirinal

• Vimina

Giotto di Bondone (1267–1377) described Rome as “the city of echoes, the city of illusions, and the city of yearning.”

The ten divisions of the Roman Empire correspond to the ten toes of Daniel’s fourth beast, now represented by the European Union.

Daniel 2:41-43 describes how the kingdom will be divided, partly strong, partly broken, with iron mixed with clay—just as we see today with the EU’s rich and poor, strong and weak nations unable to fully agree.

Rome’s Origin and Divisions

Rome started as a small town inside Italy, symbolized as a lamb (gentle), but with the strength of a ram (Daniel 8:3-7). The two horns of the beast represent the two Empires Rome was divided into, which then split into ten Roman kingdoms:

1. Alemanni (Germany)

2. Franks (France)

3. Burgundians (Switzerland)

4. Suevi (Portugal)

5. Anglo-Saxons (England)

6. Visigoths (Spain)

7. Lombards (Italy)

8. Heruli (destroyed by the Papacy)

9. Vandals (destroyed by the Papacy)

10. Ostrogoths (destroyed by the Papacy)

The beast with iron teeth in Daniel 2:40 represents the ruthless Roman monarchy that defeated the Greek Empire at the Battle of Pydna (168 BC).

Daniel 7:7 describes this fourth beast as dreadful and strong, with ten horns (the ten divisions of Western Rome).

Why Rome Is the False Prophet

Every nation conquered by Rome was under its rule and authority, taxed heavily, and forced to abandon its beliefs and cultures. Rome suppressed anything that reminded people of their original identity.

prophet and to understand why it is important to turn away from the ways of this empire and seek truth elsewhere.

Rome, with its rich history, impressive achievements, and complex legacy, stands as more than just an ancient civilization. It represents a warning—a symbol of power that ultimately crumbled under its own weight and moral failings. From its founding by Romulus and Remus to the rise and fall of emperors, and the eventual collapse of the western empire, Rome’s story is deeply intertwined with themes of pride, corruption, and spiritual blindness.

The many gods, rituals, and traditions of Rome—like Janus, the god of doors and transitions—reflect the empire’s focus on worldly power and control rather than divine truth. This contrast highlights the call for believers to turn away from these false idols and embrace a higher path through faith.

In closing, it’s essential to recognize the spiritual message behind Rome’s history. While its material legacy influences our modern world—from architecture to law—its moral and spiritual failures should remind us of the importance of seeking God and living according to His word. The prayer of salvation shared here offers a way to begin that journey, inviting anyone who reads this to turn away from the false promises of empires like Rome and embrace the life-changing power of Jesus Christ.