In King of a Hidden Kingdom: THE THRONE by Tom Graneau, Lucifer’s rebellion against God is met with swift and absolute defeat. He is cast down from Heaven, stripped of his divine radiance, and forced to rule a desolate kingdom built on his own bitterness. But what if things had gone differently? What if Lucifer had succeeded in his attempt to overthrow God’s throne?
While the idea of Heaven falling into the hands of a rebel cherub is unsettling, it raises fascinating theological and philosophical questions. Would Lucifer have been able to maintain control? Would he have ruled with justice or tyranny? And most importantly, would he have truly won?
A Universe Without God’s Rule
If Lucifer had overthrown Heaven, the immediate consequence would be the disruption of divine order. As seen in King of a Hidden Kingdom, Lucifer thrives on chaos and manipulation rather than harmony and love. Unlike God, who governs with wisdom, Lucifer rules through deception and fear. Had he seized power, Heaven itself would have been transformed into something entirely different—a kingdom built not on righteousness but on ambition.
Would Heaven still be Heaven without God? Theologically, Heaven is not merely a location but the presence of divine perfection. If God were dethroned or cast out, the essence of Heaven would be lost, and what remained would be a distorted version of its former self.
Lucifer as a Flawed Ruler
Lucifer’s ability to govern effectively is questionable. King of a Hidden Kingdom portrays him as a leader who struggles even to control his own followers in Hell. After his defeat, he fears rebellion among his ranks, knowing that just as he turned against God, his own soldiers might turn against him. If he had taken the throne in Heaven, this fear would only have intensified.
Unlike God, whose rule is based on omniscience and divine justice, Lucifer lacks the ability to inspire true loyalty. His leadership in Hell is maintained through manipulation and coercion. Would he have ruled Heaven the same way? If so, how long before his new kingdom collapsed into discord?
The Fate of Humanity
A Luciferian rule over the universe would have drastic implications for humanity. In King of a Hidden Kingdom, Lucifer views mankind not as a creation to be nurtured but as a tool for revenge against God. If he had won, would he have granted humans freedom, or would he have enslaved them in a world where corruption reigned unchecked?
Without God’s moral order, concepts like good and evil would become distorted. Would justice still exist, or would power alone define what is right? Would mercy, love, and redemption be possible under Lucifer’s dominion?
The Inevitable Downfall
Even if Lucifer had succeeded, his rule would not have lasted. His nature—driven by pride, vengeance, and insecurity—would ultimately lead to self-destruction. Power obtained through rebellion is unstable, and those who follow him would have sought to claim power for themselves. Heaven would not have remained a glorious kingdom but would have fractured into endless cycles of conflict.
Furthermore, can God truly be overthrown? If He is omnipotent and eternal, then any rebellion against Him is ultimately futile. Even if Lucifer had taken the throne, God’s presence would not simply vanish. He would remain the true source of all existence, waiting for the inevitable collapse of Lucifer’s fragile rule.
Victory is an Illusion
The theological experiment of Lucifer winning the war in Heaven reveals an ironic truth—his victory would have been his greatest failure. Without God, Heaven would cease to be Heaven. His rule would be plagued by fear and instability. Humanity would suffer under a corrupted moral order. And in the end, the very forces that drove him to rebellion—pride and ambition—would lead to his downfall.
In King of a Hidden Kingdom, Lucifer’s exile is not just a punishment but a mercy. Had he won, he would have lost everything—including himself.