We stand at the crossroads of civilization, at the end of one era, and approach the gateway of another. Everywhere people are troubled at the thought of what the future may hold. Economic tension everywhere is acute. Warlike attitudes are assumed at once by the most powerful and the weakest of nations. There is a failure of religious faith. There is a terrifying increase in violence and crime. Strife and confusion cover our globe. It is the purpose of this book to make clear that the only true explanation of these alarming developments is found within the covers of the Bible. The prophecies of Scripture interpret the surging and reckless tendencies which today are pulling mankind hither and yon.