Contrary to what many prophecy teachers believe, Russia is not the head of the confederation of Gog of Magog.

This week, we did into Ezekiel 38 and 39 to explain why Russia is not part of the prophecy. Magog, and all of the nations mentioned in the northern coalition, were located in what is modern-day Turkey.

More important, however, is the Hebrew phrase translated “the uttermost parts of the north.” We explain why this is not a geographical reference—at least, it doesn’t refer to a place in the natural realm.