The Bible talks about an idol made by the beast that comes to life, and talks, etc. I always wondered if maybe that Idol is the singularity that many of todays futurists and scientists are worried about. People who think themselves wise have always been predicting and interpreting ancient texts to discern the end of the world.
The truly wise, however, count their days and use them as best they can, not being too arrogant or presumptuous.