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Refuting the Idea that Drones on the East Coast are the Locusts of Revelation 9:3-11
In recent days, I have read and watched the videos of some so-called “prophecy teachers” that have proposed that the drones sighted along the eastern coast of the United States are the locusts described in Revelation 9:3-11, suggesting a prophetic fulfillment of this biblical passage. This interpretation, however, represents a serious misunderstanding of both the symbolism in the Bible and the nature of the locusts in Revelation. Contrary to the view that drones are the literal fulfillment of this prophecy, a closer look at the biblical text reveals that the locusts in Revelation are not to be understood as literal insects, nor as modern technology such as drones, but rather as a metaphor for the destructive forces of evil that will be unleashed during the end times.
Context of Revelation 9:3-11
Revelation 9:3-11 describes a vision of locust-like creatures emerging from the Abyss, with the power to torment people who do not have the seal of God on their foreheads. These creatures are described as having the appearance of horses prepared for battle, faces like humans, hair like women’s hair, and teeth like lions’ teeth. They are given the ability to harm people for five months, but not to kill them. They are also said to have a king, the angel of the Abyss, whose name in Hebrew is "Abaddon" and in Greek "Apollyon," meaning "Destruction."
This passage is clearly symbolic in nature, consistent with the highly figurative style of Revelation, which is written in the apocalyptic genre, known for its use of vivid imagery and symbolism. The locusts themselves are not meant to be seen as literal, physical locusts but as representations of spiritual and physical forces that will wreak havoc during the final days. Interpreting these locusts as modern drones overlooks the historical and literary context of the book of Revelation.
Symbolism of Locusts in the Bible
In the Bible, locusts are often used symbolically to represent destruction and judgment. For example, in the Old Testament, locusts are used as a tool of divine judgment. In the book of Joel, the locusts represent an invading army that brings devastation upon Israel (Joel 1:4-7). In Exodus, locusts are one of the plagues God sends upon Egypt as a sign of his judgment (Exodus 10:12-15). In both of these instances, one metaphorical and one literal, the locusts represent the overwhelming, destructive forces the people face under God’s judgment.
In Revelation, the imagery of locusts is entirely symbolic. The locusts represent the demonic forces of chaos and destruction that are unleashed during the “end times”, not physical insects. The description of the locusts having "faces like humans" and "hair like women’s hair" is a clear signal that they are not meant to be understood as real locusts, like the locusts in the Exodus account. The bizarre and otherworldly characteristics of these creatures suggest that they are spiritual or demonic beings, not physical animals.
Drones and the Modern Misinterpretation
The theory that the locusts are drones likely stems from a contemporary desire to connect modern events and technologies with ancient prophecies. Drones, especially in the context of military use, have become symbols of surveillance, control, and destructive power. However, while it may seem tempting to draw parallels between drones and the locusts of Revelation, such an interpretation is not supported by the biblical text or the historical context of the prophecy.
First, the imagery used in Revelation 9 does not match the characteristics of drones. While some have pointed to descriptions of the locusts as resembling "horses prepared for battle" or having "the sound of chariots with many horses running into battle," this metaphorical language does not point to a modern military drone but to the overwhelming and terrifying nature of the forces described. Drones, as we know them, are man-made devices and would not be described in the way Revelation depicts these creatures.
Moreover, Revelation 9:11 mentions that the locusts have a king, "the angel of the Abyss," who leads them. This is a clear indication that the locusts are not natural creatures, but supernatural beings under the control of demonic forces. The notion of a drone being guided by a "king" or a spiritual entity makes little sense in the context of modern technology, which operates under human control, not demonic influence.
The Metaphorical Meaning of the Locusts
To fully grasp the meaning of the locusts in Revelation, it’s important to consider the broader theological context. The locusts are part of a series of judgments that are meant to show the severity of God’s wrath against sin and the forces of evil. The imagery of locusts is meant to evoke a sense of unstoppable destruction, terror, and suffering—forces that will sweep over the earth in the final days.
Rather than seeing the locusts as literal insects or modern drones, it is more appropriate to understand them as representing the spiritual forces of evil that will be unleashed during the end times. These forces may manifest in various ways—whether through war, oppression, deception, or demonic influence—but their purpose remains the same: to torment humanity and bring judgment on the unrepentant.
The locusts are symbolic of the power of evil that will be allowed to run rampant during the days preceding the coming of Christ, under the sovereign permission of God. Their torment is not physical destruction in the conventional sense, but a spiritual and psychological torment that leads people to long for death as an escape from the agony they face.
Wrapping it Up
The idea that drones on the east coast of the United States are the locusts of Revelation 9 is a modern misinterpretation of a highly symbolic biblical passage. The locusts described in Revelation are not literal insects or technological devices, but symbols of the destructive and tormenting forces of evil that will be unleashed in the last days. Understanding the locusts in Revelation as a metaphor for spiritual destruction helps to preserve the integrity of the biblical message and allows us to engage with the text in a way that is both faithful to its original meaning and relevant to our understanding of the end times.
In the end, the message of Revelation is clear: the forces of evil will be allowed to wreak havoc, but God is ultimately in control, and His judgment will bring an end to all suffering and evil.