>>937032509The Beast represents the antichrist, a figure who opposes Christ and God's kingdom.
It is described as a powerful, oppressive force that will rise in the end times and attempt to dominate the world, associated with tyranny, lawlessness, and rebellion against God.
In some interpretations, the beast is identified with oppressive empires or systems throughout history, particularly the Roman Empire in the context of Revelation's original audience.
The "mark of the beast" represents allegiance to this oppressive power and rejection of God.
Following the Beast entails succumbing to the temptations and deceptions of this anti-Christ figure and his system.