Daniel 8:23-25

International Standard Version

²³ “Toward the end of their rule, as the desecrations proceed, an insolent king will arise, proficient at deception. ²⁴ Mighty will be his skills, but not from his own abilities. He’ll be remarkably destructive, will succeed, and will do whatever he wants, destroying mighty men and the holy people. ²⁵ Through his skill he’ll cause deceit to prosper under his leadership. He’ll promote himself and will destroy many while they are secure. He’ll take a stand against the Prince of Princes, yet he’ll be crushed without human help.^[a]