The United States in Biblical Prophecy

Many adherents of Christianity and Judaism consider the Tanakh or Old Testament to be the word of God and completely accurate. Much of the Old Testament comprises prophecies or passages that predict future events. Although many regions are mentioned in the Tanakh that are associates with Europe, Iran, Iraq, and other nations, one country, the United States, is arguably omitted from the prophetic texts. This alleged absence has mystified scholars because the United States has played the most significant role in the spread of Christianity and Judaism, holds the largest populations of both faiths on Earth, aided in the foundation and preservation of Israel, and is currently a hegemonic power. This manuscript examines former claims about the United States in biblical prophecy, evaluates newly identified passages that correlate with this polity, and attempts to discover the destiny of the American nation.