New International Version As I watched, this horn was waging war against the holy people and defeating them, New Living Translation As I watched, this horn was waging war against God’s holy people and was defeating them, English Standard Version As I looked, this horn made war with the saints and prevailed over them, Berean Standard Bible As I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, Berean Literal Bible I was looking, and this horn was making war against the saints, and prevailing against them, King James Bible I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; New King James Version “I was watching; and the same horn was making war against the saints, and prevailing against them, New American Standard Bible I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and prevailing against them, NASB 1995 “I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and overpowering them NASB 1977 “I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and overpowering them Legacy Standard Bible I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and overcoming them Amplified Bible As I kept looking, that horn was making war with the saints (believers) and overpowering them Berean Annotated Bible As I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, Christian Standard Bible As I was watching, this horn waged war against the holy ones and was prevailing over them Holman Christian Standard Bible As I was watching, this horn waged war against the holy ones and was prevailing over them American Standard Version I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; Contemporary English Version While I was looking, this horn attacked God's chosen ones and was winning the battle. English Revised Version I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; GOD'S WORD® Translation I saw that horn making war against the holy people and defeating them. Good News Translation While I was looking, that horn made war on God's people and conquered them. International Standard Version "As I continued to watch, that same horn waged war against the saints, and was prevailing against them NET Bible While I was watching, that horn began to wage war against the holy ones and was defeating them, New Heart English Bible I saw, and the same horn made war with the holy ones, and prevailed against them, Webster's Bible Translation I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleAs I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, World English Bible I saw, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionI was seeing, and this horn is making war with the saints, and has prevailed over them, Berean Literal Bible I was looking, and this horn was making war against the saints, and prevailing against them, Young's Literal Translation 'I was seeing, and this horn is making war with the saints, and hath prevailed over them, Smith's Literal Translation I was seeing, and this horn made an encounter with the holy ones, and prevailed against them; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleI beheld, and lo, that horn made war against the saints, and prevailed over them, Catholic Public Domain Version I watched, and behold, that horn made war against the holy ones and prevailed over them, New American Bible For, as I watched, that horn made war against the holy ones and was victorious New Revised Standard Version As I looked, this horn made war with the holy ones and was prevailing over them, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleI beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints and prevailed against them, Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Antiochus I was seeing this horn made war with the Holy Ones, and it overcame their power OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; Brenton Septuagint Translation I beheld, and that horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Daniel's Visions Interpreted…20I also wanted to know about the ten horns on its head and the other horn that came up, before which three of them fell—the horn whose appearance was more imposing than the others, with eyes and with a mouth that spoke words of arrogance. 21As I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, 22until the Ancient of Days arrived and pronounced judgment in favor of the saints of the Most High, and the time came for them to possess the kingdom.… Cross References As I watched, Daniel 8:15 While I, Daniel, was watching the vision and trying to understand it, there stood before me one having the appearance of a man. Ezekiel 1:1 In the thirtieth year, on the fifth day of the fourth month, while I was among the exiles by the River Kebar, the heavens opened and I saw visions of God. Habakkuk 2:1 I will stand at my guard post and station myself on the ramparts. I will watch to see what He will say to me, and how I should answer when corrected. this horn Daniel 8:9 From one of these horns a little horn emerged and grew extensively toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land. Revelation 13:1 Then I saw a beast with ten horns and seven heads rising out of the sea. There were ten royal crowns on its horns and blasphemous names on its heads. Psalm 75:10 “All the horns of the wicked I will cut off, but the horns of the righteous will be exalted.” was waging war against the saints Revelation 13:7 Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints and to conquer them, and it was given authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation. Daniel 8:24 His power will be great, but it will not be his own. He will cause terrible destruction and succeed in whatever he does. He will destroy the mighty men along with the holy people. Revelation 12:17 And the dragon was enraged at the woman and went to make war with the rest of her children, who keep the commandments of God and hold to the testimony of Jesus. And the dragon stood on the shore of the sea. and prevailing against them, Revelation 11:7 When the two witnesses have finished their testimony, the beast that comes up from the Abyss will wage war with them, and will overpower and kill them. Daniel 8:12 And in the rebellion, the host and the daily sacrifice were given over to the horn, and it flung truth to the ground and prospered in whatever it did. Revelation 6:2 So I looked and saw a white horse, and its rider held a bow. And he was given a crown, and he rode out to overcome and conquer. Revelation 17:14 They will make war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will triumph over them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and He will be accompanied by His called and chosen and faithful ones.” Revelation 19:19 Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. Revelation 20:9 And they marched across the broad expanse of the earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the beloved city. But fire came down from heaven and consumed them. Matthew 24:9 Then they will deliver you over to be persecuted and killed, and you will be hated by all nations because of My name. Treasury of Scripture I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; the ten. Daniel 7:20 And of the ten horns that were in his head, and of the other which came up, and before whom three fell; even of that horn that had eyes, and a mouth that spake very great things, whose look was more stout than his fellows. Revelation 12:3 And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his heads. Revelation 13:1 And I stood upon the sand of the sea, and saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy. another. Daniel 7:8,20 I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn were eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things… Daniel 8:9-12 And out of one of them came forth a little horn, which waxed exceeding great, toward the south, and toward the east, and toward the pleasant land… Daniel 11:36 And the king shall do according to his will; and he shall exalt himself, and magnify himself above every god, and shall speak marvellous things against the God of gods, and shall prosper till the indignation be accomplished: for that that is determined shall be done. Jump to Previous Beheld Defeating Horn Kept Making Overcame Overpowering Prevailed Saints Waging War WatchedJump to Next Beheld Defeating Horn Kept Making Overcame Overpowering Prevailed Saints Waging War WatchedDaniel 7 1. Daniel's vision of the four beasts,9. and of God's kingdom. 15. The interpretation thereof. As I watched, Daniel continued to observe the vision as its meaning unfolded. Dan 8:15 While I, Daniel, was watching the vision… this horn This horn represents the arrogant ruler who arises from the fourth kingdom and exercises authority in open rebellion against God. Dan 8:9 From one of these horns a little horn emerged… was waging war against the saints It describes his determined persecution of God’s faithful people during the final period of tribulation. Rev 13:7 Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints… and prevailing against them, This indicates that he will be permitted temporary success, bringing severe oppression and death to many, until God intervenes in judgment and establishes His kingdom. Rev 11:7 When the two witnesses have finished their testimony… Persons / Places / Events 1. DanielThe prophet who receives the vision. He is a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his faithfulness to God amidst exile in Babylon. 2. The Horn Represents a powerful ruler or kingdom that opposes God's people. In the context of Daniel's vision, it symbolizes a force of evil that rises against the saints. 3. The Saints Refers to the holy people of God, those who are faithful to Him. In the vision, they are the ones being attacked by the horn. 4. The Vision A prophetic revelation given to Daniel, depicting future events concerning the struggle between good and evil. 5. The War Symbolizes the spiritual and physical conflict between the forces of evil and the people of God. Teaching Points Understanding Spiritual WarfareRecognize that believers are engaged in a spiritual battle against forces that oppose God. This awareness should lead to vigilance and prayer. Perseverance in Faith Despite the horn prevailing temporarily, believers are called to remain steadfast in their faith, trusting in God's ultimate victory. The Reality of Persecution Acknowledge that persecution is a reality for many Christians around the world. This should inspire solidarity and prayer for the persecuted church. Hope in God's Sovereignty While the horn appears to prevail, the broader context of Daniel assures us of God's ultimate control and the eventual triumph of His kingdom. Engagement in Spiritual Disciplines Equip yourself with spiritual disciplines such as prayer, Bible study, and fellowship to stand firm against spiritual opposition. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Daniel 7:21?2. How does Daniel 7:21 illustrate the struggle between good and evil forces? 3. What role does perseverance play when facing opposition, as seen in Daniel 7:21? 4. How can Daniel 7:21 encourage Christians facing persecution today? 5. What scriptural connections highlight the "waging war" theme in Daniel 7:21? 6. How can believers prepare for spiritual battles similar to Daniel 7:21's context? 7. What does Daniel 7:21 reveal about the nature of spiritual warfare? 8. How does Daniel 7:21 relate to the concept of persecution in Christian theology? 9. Why is the "horn" in Daniel 7:21 significant in prophetic literature? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 7? (21) Made war.--This corresponds to "the mouth speaking great things" (Daniel 7:8; Daniel 7:20). These events occur while the saints are expecting their deliverance.Daniel 7:21 shows a literal end-time ruler, the “little horn,” empowered to launch a fierce, short-lived campaign against God’s people. Though he appears unbeatable, his success is strictly limited by God’s timetable. The verse encourages believers to expect opposition, trust God’s sovereign control, and look forward to the Ancient of Days who will overturn every evil verdict and grant the kingdom to the saints forever. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew As Iהֲוֵ֔ית (hă·wêṯ) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 1934: To become, come to pass, be watched, חָזֵ֣ה (ḥā·zêh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 2370: To gaze upon, mentally to dream, be usual this דִכֵּ֔ן (ḏik·kên) Pronoun - common singular Strong's 1797: This, that horn וְקַרְנָ֣א (wə·qar·nā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular determinate Strong's 7162: A horn was waging עָבְדָ֥ה (‘ā·ḇə·ḏāh) Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 5648: To do, make, prepare, keep war קְרָ֖ב (qə·rāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7129: Hostile encounter against עִם־ (‘im-) Preposition Strong's 5974: With, equally with the saints קַדִּישִׁ֑ין (qad·dî·šîn) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 6922: Sacred, God, an angel, a saint, a sanctuary and prevailing וְיָכְלָ֖ה (wə·yā·ḵə·lāh) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular Strong's 3202: To be able against them, לְהֽוֹן׃ (lə·hō·wn) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew Additonal Resources Daniel 7:21 Blue Letter BibleDaniel 7:21 Bible Gateway Daniel 7:21 Bible.com Daniel 7:21 NIV |
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