Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version It came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and charged at it in great rage. New Living Translation headed toward the two-horned ram that I had seen standing beside the river, rushing at him in a rage. English Standard Version He came to the ram with the two horns, which I had seen standing on the bank of the canal, and he ran at him in his powerful wrath. Berean Standard Bible He came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with furious power. Berean Literal Bible And he came to the ram, owner of the two horns, which I had seen standing at the face of the river, and he ran toward him with the fury of his power. King James Bible And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran unto him in the fury of his power. New King James Version Then he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing beside the river, and ran at him with furious power. New American Standard Bible He came up to the ram that had the two horns, which I had seen standing in front of the canal, and rushed at him in his mighty wrath. NASB 1995 He came up to the ram that had the two horns, which I had seen standing in front of the canal, and rushed at him in his mighty wrath. NASB 1977 And he came up to the ram that had the two horns, which I had seen standing in front of the canal, and rushed at him in his mighty wrath. Legacy Standard Bible Then it came up to the ram that had the two horns, which I had seen standing in front of the canal, and ran at it in his strong wrath. Amplified Bible He came up to the ram that had the two horns, which I had seen standing in front of the canal, and charged at him in [the fury of] his power and wrath. Berean Annotated Bible He came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with furious power. Christian Standard Bible He came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with savage fury. Holman Christian Standard Bible He came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with savage fury. American Standard Version And he came to the ram that had the two horns, which I saw standing before the river, and ran upon him in the fury of his power. Contemporary English Version and with tremendous anger the goat started toward the ram that I had seen beside the river. English Revised Version And he came to the ram that had the two horns, which I saw standing before the river, and ran upon him in the fury of his power. GOD'S WORD® Translation The goat was coming toward the two-horned ram that I had seen standing beside the gate. It furiously ran at the ram. Good News Translation He came toward the ram, which I had seen standing beside the river, and rushed at him with all his force. International Standard Version It approached the ram with the two horns that I had observed while standing beside the canal, and charged at him, out of control with rage. NET Bible It came to the two-horned ram that I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed against it with raging strength. New Heart English Bible He came to the ram that had the two horns, which I saw standing before the river, and rushed at him in the fury of his power. Webster's Bible Translation And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran to him in the fury of his power. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleHe came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with furious power. World English Bible He came to the ram that had the two horns, which I saw standing before the river, and ran on him in the fury of his power. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd it comes to the ram possessing the two horns, that I had seen standing before the stream, and runs to it in the fury of its power. Berean Literal Bible And he came to the ram, owner of the two horns, which I had seen standing at the face of the river, and he ran toward him with the fury of his power. Young's Literal Translation And it cometh unto the ram possessing the two horns, that I had seen standing before the stream, and runneth unto it in the fury of its power. Smith's Literal Translation And ha will come even to the ram possessing the horns, which I saw standing before the stream, and he will run against him in the wrath of his power. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he went up to the ram that had the horns, which I had seen standing before the gate, and he ran towards him in the force of his strength. Catholic Public Domain Version And he went all the way to the ram that had the horns, which I had seen standing before the gate, and he ran towards him in the force of his strength. New American Bible It came to the two-horned ram I had seen standing by the river, and rushed toward it with savage force. New Revised Standard Version It came toward the ram with the two horns that I had seen standing beside the river, and it ran at it with savage force. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river Abol, and ran against him in the fury of his power. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And it came and he arrived unto that ram that had the horns that I saw, that was standing before Abul, and he ran upon him in his vehemence OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he came to the ram that had the two horns, which I saw standing before the stream, and ran at him in the fury of his power. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he came to the ram that had the horns, which I had seen standing in front of the Ubal, and he ran at him with the violence of his strength. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Daniel's Vision of the Ram and the Goat…5As I was contemplating all this, suddenly a goat with a prominent horn between his eyes came out of the west, crossing the surface of the entire earth without touching the ground. 6He came toward the two-horned ram I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with furious power. 7I saw him approach the ram in a rage against him, and he struck the ram and shattered his two horns. The ram was powerless to stand against him, and the goat threw him to the ground and trampled him, and no one could deliver the ram from his power.… Cross References He came toward the two-horned ram 1 Kings 22:11 Now Zedekiah son of Chenaanah had made for himself iron horns and declared, “This is what the LORD says: ‘With these you shall gore the Arameans until they are finished off.’” Deuteronomy 33:17 His majesty is like a firstborn bull, and his horns are like those of a wild ox. With them he will gore the nations, even to the ends of the earth. Such are the myriads of Ephraim, and such are the thousands of Manasseh.” Daniel 11:3 Then a mighty king will arise, who will rule with great authority and do as he pleases. I had seen standing beside the canal Ezekiel 1:1-3 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. / On the fifth day of the month—it was the fifth year of the exile of King Jehoiachin— / the word of the LORD came directly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the River Kebar. And there the LORD’s hand was upon him. Daniel 10:4-5 On the twenty-fourth day of the first month, as I was standing on the bank of the great river, the Tigris, / I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist. Ezekiel 3:15 I came to the exiles at Tel-abib who dwelt by the River Kebar. And for seven days I sat where they sat and remained there among them, overwhelmed. and rushed at him with furious power. Joel 2:7-8 They charge like mighty men; they scale the walls like men of war. Each one marches in formation, not swerving from the course. / They do not jostle one another; each proceeds in his path. They burst through the defenses, never breaking ranks. Daniel 11:11 In a rage, the king of the South will march out to fight the king of the North, who will raise a large army, but it will be delivered into the hand of his enemy. Isaiah 59:19 So shall they fear the name of the LORD where the sun sets, and His glory where it rises. For He will come like a raging flood, driven by the breath of the LORD. 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. Revelation 17:12-14 The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but will receive one hour of authority as kings along with the beast. / These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast. / 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 12:3-4 Then another sign appeared in heaven: a huge red dragon with seven heads, ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. / His tail swept a third of the stars from the sky, hurling them to the earth. And the dragon stood before the woman who was about to give birth, ready to devour her child as soon as she gave birth. Revelation 13:2 The beast I saw was like a leopard, with the feet of a bear and the mouth of a lion. And the dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority. Revelation 17:3 And the angel carried me away in the Spirit into a wilderness, where I saw a woman sitting on a scarlet beast that was covered with blasphemous names and had seven heads and ten horns. Revelation 17:8 The beast that you saw—it was, and now is no more, but is about to come up out of the Abyss and go to its destruction. And those who dwell on the earth whose names were not written in the Book of Life from the foundation of the world will marvel when they see the beast that was, and is not, and yet will be. Treasury of Scripture And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran to him in the fury of his power. to the. Daniel 8:3 Then I lifted up mine eyes, and saw, and, behold, there stood before the river a ram which had two horns: and the two horns were high; but one was higher than the other, and the higher came up last. Jump to Previous Bank Canal Charged Front Fury Great Horns Mighty Possessing Power Ram Ran River Runneth Rushed Rushing Standing Stream Two-Horned WrathJump to Next Bank Canal Charged Front Fury Great Horns Mighty Possessing Power Ram Ran River Runneth Rushed Rushing Standing Stream Two-Horned WrathDaniel 8 1. Daniel's vision of the ram and he goat.13. The two thousand three hundred days of the suspension of the daily sacrifice. 15. Gabriel comforts Daniel, and interprets the vision. He came toward the two-horned ram The "he" in this passage refers to the male goat, which represents the kingdom of Greece, specifically Alexander the Great. The "two-horned ram" symbolizes the Medo-Persian Empire, as explained earlier in the chapter. The two horns represent the dual nature of the empire, with the Medes and the Persians. This imagery is consistent with the vision in Daniel 7, where different beasts represent successive empires. The approach of the goat toward the ram signifies the impending conflict and conquest. I had seen standing beside the canal and rushed at him with furious power Persons / Places / Events 1. The Two-Horned RamRepresents the kings of Media and Persia, as explained later in Daniel 8:20. The ram symbolizes the Medo-Persian Empire, which was known for its strength and expansion. 2. The Goat Although not directly mentioned in verse 6, the goat is a central figure in this vision. It represents the kingdom of Greece, led by Alexander the Great, who swiftly conquered the Medo-Persian Empire. 3. The Canal (Ulai Canal) A location in the vision where Daniel sees the ram. It is significant as a setting for the unfolding of this prophetic vision. 4. Daniel The prophet who receives this vision. He is a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his faithfulness and ability to interpret dreams and visions. 5. The Vision A prophetic revelation given to Daniel concerning future empires and their interactions, specifically focusing on the Medo-Persian and Greek empires. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty Over NationsThis vision demonstrates God's control over the rise and fall of empires. Believers can trust that God is sovereign over world events and history. The Swiftness of Change The goat's furious power symbolizes the rapid and unexpected changes in world powers. Christians should be prepared for sudden changes in their lives and trust in God's plan. The Importance of Spiritual Insight Daniel's ability to receive and understand visions highlights the need for spiritual discernment. Believers should seek wisdom and understanding through prayer and study of the Scriptures. Prophecy as a Source of Encouragement Understanding fulfilled prophecy can strengthen faith, as it shows God's faithfulness and the reliability of His Word. The Role of Humility in Leadership The downfall of empires often comes from pride and arrogance. Christian leaders are called to lead with humility and reliance on God. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Daniel 8:6?2. What does the ram symbolize in Daniel 8:6, and why is it significant? 3. How can we discern God's sovereignty through the vision in Daniel 8:6? 4. Connect Daniel 8:6 with other prophetic visions in the Book of Daniel. 5. How does Daniel 8:6 encourage us to trust God's control over nations? 6. What lessons from Daniel 8:6 can we apply to current global events? 7. What is the significance of the ram's power in Daniel 8:6? 8. How does Daniel 8:6 relate to historical events? 9. What does the ram symbolize in Daniel 8:6? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 8? 11. What defines a monitoring spirit? 12. How do we reconcile the identity of the 'four kingdoms' (Daniel 8:20-22) with historical empires, especially when some details appear inconsistent with recorded history? 13. Why does Daniel 6:8 refer to the supposedly 'irrevocable' laws of the Medes and Persians, given that historical records offer little evidence of such an absolute statute? 14. What does the Bible say about God versus Satan? What Does Daniel 8:6 Mean He came toward• The “he” is the male goat introduced in Daniel 8:5, later identified as “the kingdom of Greece” and its “prominent horn” (Alexander the Great) in Daniel 8:21. • The goat’s purposeful movement “toward” the ram pictures a divinely orchestrated collision of empires, echoing how God “raises up kings and disposes them” (Daniel 2:21). the two-horned ram • Daniel 8:20 plainly states that “the ram you saw with the two horns represents the kings of Media and Persia.” • The twin horns mirror the dual nature of that empire (Medes first, Persians rising higher, Daniel 8:3). • This fulfills the earlier vision of the bear “raised up on one side” (Daniel 7:5), confirming prophetic consistency. I had seen • Daniel’s personal testimony underscores eyewitness credibility (cf. Daniel 7:2; 10:7). • By repeating that he “had seen” these details, Daniel reassures readers of the vision’s precision and the trustworthiness of divine revelation (2 Peter 1:16). standing beside the canal • The Ulai Canal setting (Daniel 8:2) roots the prophecy in a real geographic location—Susa, Persia’s royal city—showing Scripture’s historical accuracy (Nehemiah 1:1; Esther 1:2). • The ram’s stance by the waterway hints at Persia’s control of key trade routes, soon to be challenged by Greece’s advance across the Aegean and inland rivers. and rushed at him • The goat’s charge pictures the lightning-fast campaigns of Alexander, who crossed from west to east with unbroken momentum (Daniel 8:7; cf. Habakkuk 1:6–8 for similar imagery of swift invaders). • The verb conveys intentional aggression, not chance encounter—fulfillment of God’s decree that Persia’s era was ending (Isaiah 45:1-2 had foretold Persia’s rise; now Daniel 8:7 foretells its fall). with furious power • “Furious power” suits Alexander’s relentless force, seen historically in victories at Granicus, Issus, and Gaugamela—all won within a few short years. • Daniel 11:3 later summarizes the same ruler: “a mighty king will arise, who will rule with great authority and do as he pleases.” • Zechariah 9:13 anticipates Greece as God’s instrument, further affirming the divine orchestration behind this “furious power.” summary Daniel 8:6 portrays the moment Greece, under Alexander, collides with Medo-Persia in God’s prophetic timeline. Every phrase affirms that the Lord precisely foretells geopolitical shifts, controls their outcomes, and vindicates His Word by literal historical fulfillment. Trusting this verse means trusting the God who rules empires—and who keeps every promise to His people. (6) Ran unto him.--The wonderful rapidity of Alexander's movements, incredible, if it were not so well attested in history, is here pointed out. From the battle of Granicus to that of Arbela only three years elapsed. During this brief period the whole Persian empire fell to pieces.Verse 6. - And he came to the ram that had two horns, which I had seen standing before the river, and ran unto him in the fury of his power. The differences of the Septuagint from the received text are slight here. Oobal is still translated πύλη; it renders, "fury of his rage" rather than "fury of his power." The Massoretic, as the less obvious collocation, is the better reading. Theodotion and the Peshitta leave oobal untranslated. The latter omits the last clause of the Massoretic. In the Hebrew the ram is called Baal-karnayeem, "lord of two horns." Alexander's war against Persia was one of simple aggression.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew He cameוַיָּבֹ֗א (way·yā·ḇō) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go toward עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while the two-horned הַקְּרָנַ֔יִם (haq·qə·rā·na·yim) Article | Noun - fd Strong's 7161: A horn, a flask, cornet, an elephant's tooth, a corner, a peak, a ray, power ram הָאַ֙יִל֙ (hā·’a·yil) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 352: Strength, strong, a chief, a ram, a pilaster, an oak, strong tree I had seen רָאִ֔יתִי (rā·’î·ṯî) Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular Strong's 7200: To see standing עֹמֵ֖ד (‘ō·mêḏ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations beside לִפְנֵ֣י (lip̄·nê) Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct Strong's 6440: The face the canal הָאֻבָ֑ל (hā·’u·ḇāl) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 180: A stream, river and rushed וַיָּ֥רָץ (way·yā·rāṣ) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7323: To run at him אֵלָ֖יו (’ê·lāw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to with furious בַּחֲמַ֥ת (ba·ḥă·maṯ) Preposition-b | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 2534: Heat, anger, poison power. כֹּחֽוֹ׃ (kō·ḥōw) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 3581: A small reptile (of unknown species) Links Daniel 8:6 NIVDaniel 8:6 NLT Daniel 8:6 ESV Daniel 8:6 NASB Daniel 8:6 KJV Daniel 8:6 BibleApps.com Daniel 8:6 Biblia Paralela Daniel 8:6 Chinese Bible Daniel 8:6 French Bible Daniel 8:6 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Daniel 8:6 He came to the ram that had (Dan. 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