Katechon

The katechon (from Greek: τὸ κατέχον, "that which withholds", or ὁ κατέχων, "the one who withholds") is a biblical concept that subsequently developed into a notion of political philosophy. Mentioned in the New Testament, the katechon is of uncertain identity and has been debated amongst Christian scholars. Common interpretations for the identity include the government, the church, and the Holy Spirit.