21 The shaggy goat represents the king of Greece, and the large horn between his eyes represents the first king.[a] 22 The four horns that took the place of the broken horn represent four kingdoms. They will rise from that nation, but without its power.

23 Near the end of their kingdoms,
when the rebels have reached
the full measure of their sin,[b](A)
a ruthless[c] king, skilled in intrigue,[d]
will come to the throne.

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Footnotes

  1. 8:21 = Alexander the Great
  2. 8:23 Lit have become complete
  3. 8:23 Lit strong of face
  4. 8:23 Lit king, and understanding riddles

21 The shaggy goat is the king of Greece,(A) and the large horn between its eyes is the first king.(B) 22 The four horns that replaced the one that was broken off represent four kingdoms that will emerge from his nation but will not have the same power.

23 “In the latter part of their reign, when rebels have become completely wicked, a fierce-looking king, a master of intrigue, will arise.

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