Daniel 7:20
Daniel 7:20 in Multiple Translations
I 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.
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.
and concerning the ten horns that were on its head, and the other horn which came up, and before which three fell, even that horn that had eyes, and a mouth that spake great things, whose look was more stout than its fellows.
And about the ten horns on his head and the other which came up, causing the fall of three; that horn which had eyes, and a mouth saying great things, which seemed to be greater than the other horns.
I also wanted to know about the ten horns on its head, and the other one that came up later, causing three of the other horns to fall. This horn looked more impressive than the others and had eyes and a mouth that made arrogant boasts.
Also to know of the tenne hornes that were in his head, and of the other which came vp, before whome three fell, and of the horne that had eyes, and of the mouth that spake presumptuous thinges, whose looke was more stoute then his fellowes.
and concerning the ten horns that [are] in its heads, and of the other that came up, and before which three have fallen, even of that horn that hath eyes, and a mouth speaking great things, and whose appearance [is] great above its companions.
and concerning the ten horns that were on its head and the other horn which came up, and before which three fell, even that horn that had eyes and a mouth that spoke arrogantly, whose look was more stout than its fellows.
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 spoke very great things, whose look was more stout than his fellows.
And concerning the ten horns that he had on his head: and concerning the other that came up, before which three horns fell: and of that horn that had eyes, and a mouth speaking great things, and was greater than the rest.
I also wanted to know about the ten horns on its head, and about the horn that appeared later, which got rid of three of the other horns. I wanted to know what it meant that it had eyes and a mouth with which it spoke very boastfully. The beast that was represented by that horn was more terrifying than the other beasts.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 7:20
Study Notes — Daniel 7:20
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- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 7:20
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 7:20
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 7:20
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 7:20
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
- Sermons on Daniel 7:20
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
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 7:23 | This is what he said: ‘The fourth beast is a fourth kingdom that will appear on the earth, different from all the other kingdoms, and it will devour the whole earth, trample it down, and crush it. |
| 2 | Daniel 7:8 | While I was contemplating the horns, suddenly another horn, a little one, came up among them, and three of the first horns were uprooted before it. This horn had eyes like those of a man and a mouth that spoke words of arrogance. |
| 3 | Daniel 7:11 | Then I kept watching because of the arrogant words the horn was speaking. As I continued to watch, the beast was slain, and its body was destroyed and thrown into the blazing fire. |
| 4 | Daniel 8:9–11 | From one of these horns a little horn emerged and grew extensively toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land. It grew as high as the host of heaven, and it cast down some of the host and some of the stars to the earth, and trampled them. It magnified itself, even to the Prince of the host; it removed His daily sacrifice and overthrew the place of His sanctuary. |
| 5 | Daniel 11:36–37 | Then the king will do as he pleases and will exalt and magnify himself above every god, and he will speak monstrous things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been decreed must be accomplished. He will show no regard for the gods of his fathers, nor for the one desired by women, nor for any other god, because he will magnify himself above them all. |
Daniel 7:20 Summary
This verse in Daniel 7:20 is talking about a powerful and evil leader, symbolized by a horn on a beast, who will rise to power and speak against God. This leader will be part of a group of ten kings, but will dominate them and speak with pride and arrogance, as seen in the description of the Antichrist in 1 John 2:18. As believers, we can trust that God is in control, even in the face of evil, and that He will ultimately triumph over it, as described in Revelation 19:11-16. We can find comfort and strength in knowing that God is our rock and our salvation, as described in Psalm 18:2.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the ten horns on the head of the beast in Daniel 7:20?
The ten horns represent ten kings who will rise to power, as also mentioned in Revelation 17:12, and they will give their power to the beast, symbolizing a unified effort against God's people.
What is the significance of the other horn that came up, before which three of them fell?
This horn, also known as the little horn, is a symbol of the Antichrist, who will rise to power and dominate the other kings, as described in Daniel 7:8 and 1 John 2:18.
What does it mean that the horn had eyes and a mouth that spoke words of arrogance?
The eyes and mouth of the horn represent the Antichrist's ability to see and understand the world, as well as his pride and arrogance in speaking against God, similar to the description of Satan in Isaiah 14:13-14.
How does this verse relate to the end times and the return of Jesus Christ?
This verse is a part of the larger prophecy of Daniel 7, which describes the rise and fall of world empires and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom, as also described in Revelation 19:11-16, where Jesus returns to defeat the beast and establish His eternal kingdom.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about the nature of evil and its opposition to God's people?
- How can I, as a believer, prepare myself for the spiritual battles that will arise in the end times, as described in Ephesians 6:10-18?
- What does the image of the horn with eyes and a mouth speak to me about the dangers of pride and arrogance in my own life?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty and providence, even in the face of overwhelming evil and opposition, as described in Psalm 23:4 and Romans 8:28?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 7:20
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 7:20
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 7:20
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 7:20
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 7:20
Sermons on Daniel 7:20
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(Daniel) Daniel's Great Vision by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker, Daniel, expresses his grief and troubled spirit. He seeks the interpretation of his dream from a created being. The interpretation reveals that the fou |
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Discerning the Signs of the Times - Part Two by Ian Paisley | Ian Paisley preaches about the potential dangers of the new European Union Constitution, highlighting the threat it poses to the liberties and democratic values that stemmed from t |
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The Wicked Leaders of the Apostate Forces at the End of the Age-the Antichrist by Arno Clemens Gaebelein | Arno Clemens Gaebelein delves into the detailed prophecies of the Bible regarding the rise of wicked leaders in the end times, including the revived Roman Empire, the personal Anti |
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Overcoming the Dragon by Robert B. Thompson | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the interpretation of Revelation 12:4, which mentions stars being flung to the earth. He challenges the common belief that these stars repres |
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(Common Market) the Time of Thr Toes Appearing by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority of the word of God, stating that it will ultimately rule the world. He highlights the importance of getting everyone |
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The Kingdom of Greece by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord delves into the prophecy of Daniel, focusing on the rise and conquests of the Grecian Empire under Alexander the Great. The accuracy of Daniel's prophecies regardi |
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The King of the North by John F. Walvoord | John F. Walvoord preaches about the prophetic significance of the great world conflict predicted in the Scriptures, involving a revived Roman Empire, a ten-nation confederacy, and |





