Unveiling the Iron Beast: The Antichrist System in Modern Times

For centuries, religious communities have speculated about the figure of the Antichrist, known in Islamic tradition as the Dajjal. Is he a single person, a deceiver who will appear at the end of time? Or is he more than that—a symbol, a system, or a nation embodying rebellion against God? In light of recent theological discourse and a growing body of cross-religious study, it becomes increasingly evident that the Antichrist may not be an individual alone but the culmination of a global force. This interpretation finds undeniable support in the teachings of the Riser, Aba Al-Sadiq.

The Prophet Muhammad famously warned,

"There was no prophet sent but that he warned his people of the one-eyed Dajjal." (Sahih Al-Bukhari, Al-Bukhari, Book of Afflictions and the End of the World, Hadith 245)

He emphasized that Dajjal is one-eyed while "your Lord is not one-eyed," symbolizing a critical difference in perception: the Dajjal sees only the material world, while believers perceive both the material and the spiritual. This warning indicates the gravity of Dajjal's threat.

In Christianity, the Antichrist is similarly identified as a deceiver, one who denies the divine authority of Jesus. The First Epistle of John says, "Every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God. This is the spirit of the Antichrist, which you have heard is coming and even now is already in the world" (1 John 4:3). This suggests that the Antichrist's influence is not confined to the future but is an active spiritual presence.

In the Hebrew Bible, the Prophet Zechariah says: "Woe to the worthless shepherd who deserts the flock! May the sword strike his arm and his right eye! May his arm be completely withered, his right eye totally blinded!" (Zechariah 11:17). Again, we see the motif of blindness in one eye—a recurring image across traditions, denoting a lack of spiritual insight.

Aba Al-Sadiq in The Goal of the Wise asserts that the Dajjal is not merely an individual but represents a global system—a civilization rooted in materialism, godlessness, and deception.

"A nation whose God is money and is blind-eyed to the poor and yet claims to be representing Jesus Christ is nothing but an Antichrist." (The Goal of the Wise, Aba Al-Sadiq, Door 32, p. 429)

This aligns with the idea of the "spirit of Antichrist" described in the New Testament as being already present in the world.

He also elaborates that the Dajjalic system is multifaceted. It includes political power, economic influence, military might, and most significantly, cultural and ideological domination. According to Aba Al-Sadiq, the real danger lies in the subtle indoctrination of values that contradict divine law, done primarily through media and education.

The Book of Daniel in the Old Testament speaks of a terrifying "fourth beast" that "devours the whole earth and tramples it down." Many scholars have interpreted this as a prophetic vision of a dominant global empire. When examining the characteristics of this fourth kingdom—unprecedented strength, widespread control, and moral corruption—parallels emerge with the modern-day United States.

Aba Al-Sadiq highlights this alignment, identifying America as the modern Dajjalic empire. He notes that it possesses all the traits mentioned in the prophecy: military supremacy, economic leverage, cultural dominance, and an ideological agenda that replaces divine guidance with secular humanism.

Prophet Muhammad's description of Dajjal as one-eyed is interpreted by Aba Al-Sadiq as symbolic of spiritual blindness. He asserts that this symbolizes an entire civilization that sees only the physical and material world. Such a civilization denies the unseen, the metaphysical, and the divine—hallmarks of Dajjal's deception.

Western civilization, particularly the U.S., is often accused of promoting materialism, hedonism, and atheism. Aba Al-Sadiq draws attention to the glorification of the "all-seeing eye" in Western culture, notably in Freemasonry and U.S. iconography, such as the dollar bill and the Statue of Liberty. These symbols are interpreted as representations of the Dajjalic system.

One of the most provocative insights offered by Aba Al-Sadiq is the critique of democracy as a Dajjalic tool. He argues that democracy places ultimate authority in the hands of the people, effectively sidelining divine legislation. According to Islamic eschatology, true leadership is divinely appointed, as was the case with prophets and righteous rulers like David, Solomon, and the awaited Imam Al-Mahdi.

The U.S. Constitution, for example, forbids any non-native-born citizen from becoming president, effectively disqualifying Jesus himself were he to return. Furthermore, the separation of church and state institutionalizes the exclusion of divine guidance from governance.

Aba Al-Sadiq emphasizes that the Dajjalic deception lies in this very illusion of freedom and choice. While people believe they are empowered, they are in fact being steered by a system that fundamentally rejects divine rule.

Aba Al-Sadiq often warns that the Dajjalic system uses culture as its most potent weapon. Through entertainment, music, fashion, and social norms, Western civilization spreads values that are antithetical to divine teachings.

He points to the celebrity culture in America as modern-day idolatry. Stars are worshipped, their lifestyles emulated, and their opinions treated as gospel. This, he says, is part of the larger Dajjalic agenda to turn people away from the worship of God and toward the worship of the self and worldly pleasures.

It is interesting to note that both Islam and Christianity await the return of Jesus. Aba Al-Sadiq emphasizes this shared belief as a foundation for unity. He argues that the true followers of Jesus and Muhammad must unite against the Anti-Christ system if they are to gain success.

"There are no two religions closer than Christianity and Islam," he states. Both faiths honor Jesus, believe in divine law, and await divine leadership. Therefore, he argues, war and division among them only serve the interests of the Dajjal.

A recurring theme in Aba Al-Sadiq's teachings is that only God has the right to legislate and appoint rulers. This stands in stark contrast to modern democratic systems. He cites numerous examples from scripture to support this:

In the Torah, God refers to the entire nation of Israel as His "firstborn son," indicating collective identity through divine designation.

In the Quran, Abraham is described as an "Ummah" (a nation), emphasizing the power of individual obedience to represent collective righteousness.

Prophet Muhammad said: "The believers are like one body; if one part is hurt, the whole body feels the pain." (Sahih Al-Bukhari)

These references demonstrate that in God's eyes, leadership is about obedience to divine law and unity in faith, not numbers or majority rule.

The modern interpretation of the Antichrist as a global system, rather than a single individual, sheds new light on the eschatological warnings of the prophets. It aligns with scriptural descriptions across Islam, Christianity, and Judaism.

Aba Al-Sadiq's contributions to this discourse are invaluable. He expands the understanding of Dajjal to include media control, political deception, cultural manipulation, and ideological subversion. He warns that unless believers awaken to this reality, they may unknowingly be in or become part of the Dajjalic machinery.

The Antichrist, or Dajjal, is not someone we are merely waiting for. He is already here, operating through systems, nations, and ideologies that reject divine authority. Recognizing this is the first step in resisting it. And in that resistance, Muslims and Christians, the followers of the prophet Muhammad and Jesus, must stand together, united by truth, and guided by the divine will of God.

In the end, only those who adhere to God's laws and submit to His appointed leader will be saved. As Jesus said,

"Not everyone who says to me, 'Lord, Lord,' will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven." (Bible, Book of Matthew, Chapter 7, Verse 21)

And as the Quran reminds us,

"If you obey most of those upon the earth, they will mislead you from the way of God." (Quran 6:116)

May God guide us all in these times of great deception. And may peace be upon those who follow the guidance of the Riser, Aba Al-Sadiq.