Last updated on September 4, 2025
The Rise of the Little Horn: A Sign That the End Is Near
Every generation looks for signs that the return of Jesus Christ is near. But few recognize one of the clearest prophetic indicators foretold in Scripture—the rise of the Little Horn. This mysterious figure will not only reshape world politics but also usher in events that directly precede the Second Coming. Understanding the identity and role of the Little Horn is essential for every believer in these last days.
So, let me share what the Lord has revealed to me about this end-time figure. Come along as we dive into the prophecies of Daniel and Revelation to uncover the truth.
What Is the Little Horn?
The Little Horn represents a religious-political power—a theocracy—that will rise to global prominence. It will be religious in appearance but will rule like a political empire. As I explained in previous posts, a theocracy that turns away from the one true God becomes spiritually Babylonian. That’s what the Little Horn will be: a false spiritual system that gains control over earthly governments and deceives the nations.
According to Daniel’s prophetic vision of “the ram and the goat,” the Little Horn will arise from one of the four nations that will emerge after the fragmentation of the United States. This detail is crucial because it connects the rise of the Little Horn to a specific point in the prophetic timeline—the collapse of modern democracy and the rise of a new global system.
The Fall of the United States and the Emergence of the Four Nations
Let’s look at what Daniel saw:
Daniel 8:8
“Thus the goat became very great, but at the height of his power, his large horn was broken off, and four prominent horns came up in its place, pointing toward the four winds of heaven…”
This vision reveals that the dominant power—symbolized by the “large horn”—will fracture at the height of its strength. That large horn represents the United States. When its influence collapses, it will divide into four separate nations. Only then can the Little Horn emerge.
Daniel 8:9
“From one of these horns, a little horn emerged…”
This makes it clear: the Little Horn will not appear until after democracy falls, and the United States breaks into four regional powers. From one of those four, this deceptive theocracy will rise, setting the stage for the beast system foretold in prophecy.
The Beast System: A New Global Government
The Little Horn cannot rise in isolation. It must emerge within the larger context of what Daniel and John called the “fourth kingdom” or “the beast.” This multi-polar system will dominate the earth like no previous kingdom, devouring its enemies and crushing all resistance.
Daniel 7:7
“After this I saw in the night visions, and behold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly… it had ten horns.”
This fourth beast is not like the others before it. It will be a brutal, confederated world power—likely made up of ten major alliances or unions of nations. The European Union is a current example of such a structure, and the final beast will consist of ten such confederations.
Revelation 13:1
“And I saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns…”
This is the same beast seen by Daniel. It represents the final global system that will replace democracy and become the vehicle through which the Little Horn exercises authority.
The Little Horn Among the Ten Horns
Once the beast system is fully established, one or more of the four new American nations will join it. From among the ten horns, the Little Horn will rise in power—displacing three other horns in the process.
Daniel 7:8
“While I was contemplating the horns, suddenly another horn, a little one, came up among them, and three of the first horns were uprooted before it…”
This Little Horn will not just emerge quietly—it will seize influence, overthrow others, and speak blasphemies against the Most High. This is the same entity that Revelation identifies as “the beast that came out of the earth.”
The Second Beast: Revelation’s Earthly Counterpart
Revelation 13:11
“Then I saw another beast rising out of the earth. This beast had two horns like a lamb but spoke like a dragon.”
This beast appears gentle, like a lamb, but its words betray its true nature. It speaks like a dragon—like Satan himself. This second beast is the Little Horn. It gives voice to the first beast and executes its agenda with spiritual deception and authoritarian control.
Revelation 13:5–6
“The beast was given a mouth to speak arrogant and blasphemous words… and it opened its mouth to blaspheme God and His dwelling place.”
Here again, we see that the Little Horn is the mouth of the beast—the one who speaks against God and deceives the nations. He sets up the image of the beast and enforces the mark of the beast.
The Enforcer of the Mark
Revelation 13:16–17
“And the second beast required all people… to receive a mark… so that no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark…”
The Little Horn enforces the mark. He uses his religious-political power to implement a global economic and spiritual system of control. Without the mark—whether symbolic or literal—people will be cut off from society.
The King Who Exalts Himself
Daniel offers yet another description of the Little Horn in chapter 11, calling him “the king who exalts himself.”
Daniel 11:36–39
“Then the king shall do according to his own will… he shall exalt himself above every god… and shall prosper till the wrath has been accomplished…”
At this point in the prophecy, the little horn will be led by Lucifer—”the man doomed to destruction”. This arrogant ruler will abandon the faith of his ancestors, show no regard for the desire of women, and instead devote himself to a new deity: the god of fortresses. He will rise as a military-backed spiritual dictator, exalting power and wealth above all else. In return for loyalty, he will reward his followers generously and carve up the earth for profit.
Conclusion: Why the Little Horn Matters
In summary, the rise of the Little Horn is a prophetic milestone that signals the beginning of the end. His appearance means the beast system is now active. He will rise from one of the four nations born out of the fall of the United States and will play a central role in enforcing the image and mark of the beast. He is the same as the second beast of Revelation and the king who exalts himself in Daniel’s vision.
Recognizing the Little Horn is critical. He will persecute the saints, deceive the world, and exalt himself as god under the leadership of Lucifer. His rule sets the stage for the final showdown between the kingdom of darkness and the Kingdom of God.
In the next post, I will go deeper into the meaning of the image of the beast and the true nature of the mark. Stay tuned, and may the Spirit of Truth guide you in all understanding.
Until next time—may God bless and keep you.
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