23 Near the end of their kingdoms,
when the rebels have reached
the full measure of their sin,[a]
an insolent king, skilled in intrigue,[b]
will come to the throne.
24 His power will be great,
but it will not be his own.
He will cause terrible destruction(A)
and succeed in whatever he does.
He will destroy the powerful
along with the holy people.(B)
25 He will cause deceit to prosper
through his cunning and by his influence,
and in his own mind he will make himself great.
He will destroy many in a time of peace;
he will even stand against the Prince of princes.
Yet he will be shattered—not by human hands.(C)

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Footnotes

  1. Daniel 8:23 Lit have become complete
  2. Daniel 8:23 Lit king, and understanding riddles

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