The Beast and Evil

No fixed feast day in the calendar

The beast from the sea symbolizes earthly power opposing God.

Worldly power set against God

The beast from the sea rises, representing empires that persecuted the Church throughout history. The number 666 is a symbol of imperfection and opposition to God, not a code for any modern figure. This serves as a warning against the seduction of worldly power.

Prayer

Holding fast to the freedom of God's children

Do not be seduced by powers opposed to the Gospel. Trends that work against God always try to allure us.
Evil seeks to draw us away from God. Watchfulness keeps us from losing our faith.

Hold fast to your faith and the freedom of God's children.

Prayer

Lord, protect me from the temptations of worldly power and evil.

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