It is said that in 1636, whether in Edo or Amakusa, the sky often appeared frightening blood red.
Going back 25 years ago, Father Max once predicted:
"Twenty-five years from now, a beautiful young man will appear, telling all kinds of things that have never been heard before, and showing the image of God... In the barren mountains and ridges, white flags are fluttering in the wind, and crosses are everywhere... The sky is filled with flaming clouds, and the mountains, forests and vegetation are reduced to ashes. Only by believing in God can you be saved."
At this time, Amakusa can only wait for a "miracle".