Plato famously used the image of horses in his writings. In The Republic he divides society into three social classes, called three estates: rulers (philosopher-kings), warriors and primary producers (workers).

In the modern era, Russian political philosopher Alexander Dugin formulated his own ideas, drawing on sources of ancient philosophy, traditionalism, and civilisational theory. Dugin rejects the current Liberal Social Modern World Order with its structures, rules-basis and views on self-determination. In contradiction to the antichristian “Post War Human Dignity Absolutism” he wishes to return to hierarchy, faith and destiny.

Therefore, a society of civilisations led by philosopher kings, with of course one particular Russian civilisation being filled with ambition, it follows that the rise of both the metaphysical and martial forces of are to assert themselves again.

The power of forces enter the forge or crucible and are made great again.

Hence we see the Platonic connection to the horse and now we have a connection to the Russian military.

Unsurprisingly, Russia has been making use of horses in its “special military operation” against Ukraine. In early 2026 footage has been released showing Russians using horses, in what appears to be a cavalry fashion.

Why is this important?

The image of horses in a prophecy about warfare immediately recalls Scripture that many connect to Russia.

In Ezekiel chapters 38 and 39, the Scripture speaks of a great northern power led by Gog, coming against the land of Israel in the latter days. The language seems to invoke a feeling that it is like World War Three:

“Thou shalt come from thy place out of the north parts, thou, and many people with thee, all of them riding upon horses, a great company, and a mighty army” (Ezekiel 38:15).

Again, Ezekiel writes:

“Be thou prepared, and prepare for thyself, thou, and all thy company that are assembled unto thee, and be thou a guard unto them” (Ezekiel 38:7).

The repeated mention of horses and horsemen is striking. While interpretations can include elements of symbolism (e.g. tanks and APCs being called “cavalry”), it is well attested that besides being a prophecy about the Assyrians in the distant past, it is a prophecy of Russia in the near future.

So we have the convergence: Dugin’s ideas on sacred war, Russia’s renewed use of old methods and the biblical description of a northern power marked by horsemen and military might.

The Word of God remains unchanged. Ezekiel’s prophecy stands, that the horsemen are coming. Other information on these events can be found in Daniel, which many have misinterpreted.

“And at the time of the end shall the king of the south push at him: and the king of the north shall come against him like a whirlwind, with chariots, and with horsemen, and with many ships; and he shall enter into the countries, and shall overflow and pass over.” (Daniel 11:40).

The king of the north can be tied to the power that put their claim on the north pole which is Russia.

Scripture comforts believers, that while “Some trust in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God” (Psalm 20:7).

We find in Daniel that a great power is to arise, none other than the archangel Michael, who is AGAINST the horsemen. It is the power of the scripture of truth against erroneous philosophy.