Daniel 8:23 Meaning
And in the latter time of their kingdom, when the transgressors are come to the full, a king of fierce countenance, and understanding dark sentences, shall stand up.
Context Explained
21And the rough goat is the king of Grecia: and the great horn that is between his eyes is the first king.
22Now that being broken, whereas four stood up for it, four kingdoms shall stand up out of the nation, but not in his power.
23And in the latter time of their kingdom, when the transgressors are come to the full, a king of fierce countenance, and understanding dark sentences, shall stand up.
24And his power shall be mighty, but not by his own power: and he shall destroy wonderfully, and shall prosper, and practise, and shall destroy the mighty and the holy people.
25And through his policy also he shall cause craft to prosper in his hand; and he shall magnify himself in his heart, and by peace shall destroy many: he shall also stand up against the Prince of princes; but he shall be broken without hand.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Revelation 13:1
Both passages describe a powerful figure rising in the end times.
Matthew 24:15
Jesus refers to the 'abomination of desolation' which connects to the fierce king in Daniel.
2 Thessalonians 2:3-4
Paul speaks of a man of sin who opposes God, similar to the king described in Daniel.
Source: Daniel 8:23