Could an ancient altar associated with the biblical throne of Satan be preparing to take center stage once again, and could its return signal something far more sinister unfolding in the world?
No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Cahn warns that 2027 could carry significant prophetic implications as the ancient Pergamon Altar, housed in Berlin, Germany, is expected to reopen to the public after years of restricted access.
During a recent appearance on the Rebecca Lamb Weiss Podcast, Cahn revealed what he believes are disturbing connections between the altar, the rise of some of history’s most destructive regimes and the spiritual forces he says continue to shape the modern world.
At the heart of the mystery is Revelation 2:13, where Jesus speaks to the church in Pergamum about dwelling in the place where Satan’s throne is.
Cahn believes the ancient altar dedicated to Zeus is connected to this biblical warning. More troubling, he argues, is what happened when people unearthed the altar and transported it to Germany in the 19th century.
According to Cahn, the altar’s arrival coincided with a series of developments that would eventually shake the world, including the rise of German nationalism, antisemitism and the political movements that paved the way for Adolf Hitler.
He pointed to 1889, when the altar was reconstructed and Hitler was born, as one of several striking historical parallels.
Cahn also connected the altar’s history to the rise of communism, Joseph Stalin and the Soviet Union, arguing that the monument’s changing circumstances coincided with major shifts in global power.
For Cahn, these events are not merely historical coincidences. He believes they reveal an ancient spiritual battle operating behind the scenes of world affairs.
And now, he says, another significant development is approaching.
“Every time something happens with that altar, something happens to the world,” Cahn told Weiss.
Cahn said he discovered that the altar is scheduled to return to public view in June 2027, a development he had not anticipated while writing his book, The Altar of Pergamon.
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“So I was led to do this book now,” he said, suggesting that the timing could be part of God’s larger purpose.
But Cahn’s warning goes far beyond Germany.
He pointed to the growing influence of globalism, the rise of political extremism, and increasing hostility toward Israel as developments Christians cannot afford to ignore.
Cahn also drew parallels between the European Union and biblical prophecies concerning a revived Roman Empire, warning that the push toward greater international integration could fit into a much larger prophetic picture involving the Antichrist.
As Western nations continue to move further away from their Christian foundations, Cahn believes believers are witnessing the convergence of spiritual and political forces that could have profound consequences.
He also warned about the growing influence of antisemitism across the political spectrum, arguing that hostility toward Israel reflects a much deeper spiritual conflict.
“We will see what happens this coming year,” Cahn said.
While Cahn stopped short of predicting a specific catastrophe in 2027, his message raises an unsettling possibility: Could the reopening of an ancient altar mark another turning point in world history?
For believers, the greater question may be whether the church is spiritually prepared for what comes next.
Yet Cahn’s warning was not without hope. He reminded Christians that the spiritual battle is real, but so is the victory believers have through Jesus Christ.
“It may look sometimes we’re on the losing side, we’re on the winning side,” he said.
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the newly released book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected]. Learn more about Abby at abbytrivett.com.
