The beast of revelation Poem, by Valiantstar , at My poetic side

That beast of revelation, the one who must unfold..

Is certainty a mystery, that some may say they've solved:

Seven heads, ten horns, rising out of the sea;

Question is, who is it?

Could it be you, and me?

The battle lines are drawn: is it time to fight?

Loonies on the left; and who's who, on the right?

Ideology, religion; they all want their way..

Does the one, who has the truth, have nothing much to say?

Money took centre stage; come, worship trinkets:

Or give yourself indignant rage; scream it out, like witches.

Come the nations, jockey for the power..

Keep them all, like tinder: waiting for the hour.

(At the point I should say, or at least let me ramble: if you understand the counterfeit, you shouldn't take the gamble.)

So, battle lines are drawn: each one has their support..

I ponder on the seven heads, and all that has been taught.

I know there's an answer, of that we are assured...

Do I need to prove myself?

You know that I am true.

The building must be tested, so before we start...

It's only in obedience, that I control the heart...

Six days we will labour, then when we pass the test...

The beast has nothing in us.

We enter into rest.

Seven heads, ten horns, on each one a crown..

Now: Lord of lords, and King of kings, will come and throw them down.

The fall will be great: a warning it may be.

The beast of revelation: who is it?

I don't want it to be me.

Comments +

sorenbarrett June 9th, 2025 05:10
A poem based on a Biblical verse that questions the identity of the Beast. Well written in rhyme and good flow. Nicely done
Cheeky Missy June 9th, 2025 08:36
I don't believe, from what little I know of the Scriptures, that it's even possible to assign such a post to you. But now you see how very little I know. Beautifully rendered with excellent imagery and a haunting poignancy. Thank you for sharing.
Poetic Licence June 9th, 2025 09:36
In the confusing and uncertain world we live in, it has become even harder to identify the beast or beasts, as they come in many forms, I have understand the Biblecal references, but feel it also applies in life, very nicely crafted and written write

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The beast of revelation