21 The shaggy goat represents the king of Greece, and the large horn between his eyes represents the first king.[a] 22 The four horns that took the place of the shattered horn represent four kingdoms. They will rise from that nation, but without its power.

23 Near the end of their kingdoms,
when the rebels have reached
the full measure of their sin,[b]
an insolent king, skilled in intrigue,[c]
will come to the throne.

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Footnotes

  1. Daniel 8:21 = Alexander the Great
  2. Daniel 8:23 Lit have become complete
  3. Daniel 8:23 Lit king, and understanding riddles

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