Unleashing the Beast

F UTURE H EADQUARTERS OF THE B EAST , I RAQ / 219

 It is the site of the first global religion and first world government (Genesis 11).  It was the cradle of civilization, and the area where Abraham lived (a place called Ur) before migrating to the Promised Land (Genesis 11:31).  It was home to the five kings with whom Abraham and his servants fought (Genesis 14:1-8).  It is the area where three major empires of Bible prophecy set up their kingdoms and have ruled.  It occupies the territory of ancient Babylon.  It is located in the center of the 1o/4o window.  It was once the headquarters for the Shiite Muslims.  It is where Al-Hussien, Mohammad's grandson, was murdered.  It is the land of the Euphrates River.  It is located east of Israel, where the Antichrist will be strong.  Iraq, Syria, Kuwait and Lebanon united will form the old Babylon.  It is the area where many Muslims believe the 12 th Imam disappeared.  It is where Muslims say the Mahdi will re-emerge to take possession of the world, forming an Islamic empire. It is not necessary for a future Iraqi ruler to continue rebuilding the ancient ruins of Babylon. The spirit of