The Prophet Hen of Leeds refers to an event from 1719 that captivated London and its surrounding areas. It was reported that a hen in Leeds was laying eggs with the inscription "Christ is coming," generating widespread intrigue and public fascination. Many traveled to see this supposed sign of divine intervention. However, the phenomenon was later exposed as a hoax, contrived to exploit public credulity. The event highlights the period's fascination with sensationalism and the rapid spread of such stories.