He causeth all to receive a mark. THE religious element is that which holds any government together.
Unity lies in religion alone.
All the governments of the ages have had two elements political and religious. The final consummation of the world s sovereignties, the government under Antichrist, will consist of these same two elements. This false prophet is seen in John s vision, and is described by him as another beast. The mission of the false prophet is clearly depicted, and his work is definitely outlined. One thing among others, that are assigned to his task, is, He causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark ill their right hand, or in their foreheads.