Daniel 8:9
Daniel 8:9 in Multiple Translations
From one of these horns a little horn emerged and grew extensively toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land.
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.
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 glorious land.
And out of one of them came another horn, a little one, which became very great, stretching to the south and to the east and to the beautiful land.
A little horn came up from one of them, and grew extremely powerful to the south and to the east and to the Beautiful Land.
And out of one of them came foorth a litle horne, which waxed very great toward the South, and toward the East, and towarde the pleasant land.
And from the one of them come forth hath a little horn, and it exerteth itself greatly toward the south, and toward the east, and toward the beauteous [land];
Out of one of them came out a little horn which grew exceedingly great—toward the south, and toward the east, and toward the glorious land.
And out of one of them came forth a little horn, which became exceeding great, towards the south, and towards the east, and towards the pleasant land .
And out of one of them came forth a little horn: and it became great against the south, and against the east, and against the strength.
Then from one of those large horns appeared a little horn, which became very big, and pointed toward the south and then toward the east and then toward the beautiful land of Israel.
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Daniel 8:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּ/מִן
הָ/אַחַ֣ת
מֵ/הֶ֔ם
יָצָ֥א
קֶֽרֶן
אַחַ֖ת
מִ/צְּעִירָ֑ה
וַ/תִּגְדַּל
יֶ֛תֶר
אֶל
הַ/נֶּ֥גֶב
וְ/אֶל
הַ/מִּזְרָ֖ח
וְ/אֶל
הַ/צֶּֽבִי
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
from
Conj | Prep
הָ/אַחַ֣ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Art | Adj
מֵ/הֶ֔ם
Prep | Suff
יָצָ֥א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
to come out
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
קֶֽרֶן
qeren
H7161
horn
N-cs
אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
one
Adj
מִ/צְּעִירָ֑ה
mitstsᵉʻîyrâh
H4704
little
Prep | Adj
וַ/תִּגְדַּל
gâdal
H1431
to magnify
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
יֶ֛תֶר
yether
H3499
remainder
N-ms
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Prep
הַ/נֶּ֥גֶב
negeb
H5045
Negeb
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Conj | Prep
הַ/מִּזְרָ֖ח
mizrâch
H4217
east
Art | N-ms
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
to(wards)
Conj | Prep
הַ/צֶּֽבִי
tsᵉbîy
H6643
beauty
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 8:9
וּ/מִן
min
H4480
"from"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means a portion or part of something, and is often used to show the relationship between things, like from or out of something.
Definition: prep 1) from, out of, on account of, off, on the side of, since, above, than, so that not, more than 1a) from (expressing separation), off, on the side of 1b) out of 1b1) (with verbs of proceeding, removing, expelling) 1b2) (of material from which something is made) 1b3) (of source or origin) 1c) out of, some of, from (partitively) 1d) from, since, after (of time) 1e) than, more than (in comparison) 1f) from...even to, both...and, either...or 1g) than, more than, too much for (in comparisons) 1h) from, on account of, through, because (with infinitive) conj 2) that Aramaic equivalent: min (מִן־ "from" H4481)
Usage: Occurs in 1094 OT verses. KJV: above, after, among, at, because of, by (reason of), from (among), in, [idiom] neither, [idiom] nor, (out) of, over, since, [idiom] then, through, [idiom] whether, with. See also: Genesis 2:6; Exodus 16:32; Leviticus 14:26.
הָ/אַחַ֣ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Art | Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
מֵ/הֶ֔ם
""
Prep | Suff
יָצָ֥א
yâtsâʼ
H3318
"to come out"
V-Qal-Perf-3ms
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to go out or come out, and it's used in many different ways, like leaving a place or starting a new journey, as seen in Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: : come/go_out/escape 1) to go out, come out, exit, go forth 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go or come out or forth, depart 1a2) to go forth (to a place) 1a3) to go forward, proceed to (to or toward something) 1a4) to come or go forth (with purpose or for result) 1a5) to come out of 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to cause to go or come out, bring out, lead out 1b2) to bring out of 1b3) to lead out 1b4) to deliver 1c) (Hophal) to be brought out or forth
Usage: Occurs in 991 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] after, appear, [idiom] assuredly, bear out, [idiom] begotten, break out, bring forth (out, up), carry out, come (abroad, out, thereat, without), [phrase] be condemned, depart(-ing, -ure), draw forth, in the end, escape, exact, fail, fall (out), fetch forth (out), get away (forth, hence, out), (able to, cause to, let) go abroad (forth, on, out), going out, grow, have forth (out), issue out, lay (lie) out, lead out, pluck out, proceed, pull out, put away, be risen, [idiom] scarce, send with commandment, shoot forth, spread, spring out, stand out, [idiom] still, [idiom] surely, take forth (out), at any time, [idiom] to (and fro), utter. See also: Genesis 1:12; Exodus 9:33; Leviticus 26:45.
קֶֽרֶן
qeren
H7161
"horn"
N-cs
In the Bible, this word means a horn or a corner, and can also refer to power or a mountain peak. It's used to describe a place called Karnaim, which was conquered by Israel. The KJV translation uses phrases like 'hill' or 'horn' to convey the idea.
Definition: 1) horn 1a) horn 1b) of strength (fig) 1c) flask (container for oil) 1d) horn (as musical instrument) 1e) horn (of horn-like projections on the altar) 1f) of rays of light 1g) hill Aramaic equivalent: qe.ren (קֶ֫רֶן "horn" H7162)
Usage: Occurs in 69 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] hill, horn. See also: Genesis 22:13; Psalms 75:5; Psalms 18:3.
אַחַ֖ת
ʼechâd
H259
"one"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means one or united, and is used to describe something that is single or unique. It is often translated as one, first, or alone. For example, in Genesis 1:5, God calls the light day and the darkness night, and separates them into one thing from another.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one (number) 1b) each, every 1c) a certain 1d) an (indefinite article) 1e) only, once, once for all 1f) one...another, the one...the other, one after another, one by one 1g) first 1h) eleven (in combination), eleventh (ordinal)
Usage: Occurs in 739 OT verses. KJV: a, alike, alone, altogether, and, any(-thing), apiece, a certain, (dai-) ly, each (one), [phrase] eleven, every, few, first, [phrase] highway, a man, once, one, only, other, some, together, See also: Genesis 1:5; Exodus 36:26; Numbers 7:70.
מִ/צְּעִירָ֑ה
mitstsᵉʻîyrâh
H4704
"little"
Prep | Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone that is small or insignificant, like a little thing. It is used to describe something that is not important or is of little value. In the Bible, it is used to emphasize humility.
Definition: little, insignificant, a small thing
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: little. See also: Daniel 8:9.
וַ/תִּגְדַּל
gâdal
H1431
"to magnify"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
To make something or someone great, important, or powerful. This Hebrew word means to magnify or grow, and is used in the Bible to describe God's power and greatness. The KJV translates it as 'magnify' or 'great'.
Definition: 1) to grow, become great or important, promote, make powerful, praise, magnify, do great things 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to grow up 1a2) to become great 1a3) to be magnified 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to cause to grow 1b2) to make great, powerful 1b3) to magnify 1c) (Pual) to be brought up 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to make great 1d2) to magnify 1d3) to do great things 1e) (Hithpael) to magnify oneself
Usage: Occurs in 112 OT verses. KJV: advance, boast, bring up, exceed, excellent, be(-come, do, give, make, wax), great(-er, come to... estate, [phrase] things), grow(up), increase, lift up, magnify(-ifical), be much set by, nourish (up), pass, promote, proudly (spoken), tower. See also: Genesis 12:2; Psalms 35:27; Psalms 18:51.
יֶ֛תֶר
yether
H3499
"remainder"
N-ms
A cord or rope, also meaning excess or remainder, as seen in the Bible's descriptions of leftovers or abundant resources.
Definition: 1) remainder, excess, rest, remnant, excellence 1a) remainder, remnant 1b) remainder, rest, other part 1c) excess 1d) abundantly (adv) 1e) abundance, affluence 1f) superiority, excellency
Usage: Occurs in 95 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] abundant, cord, exceeding, excellancy(-ent), what they leave, that hath left, plentifully, remnant, residue, rest, string, with. See also: Genesis 49:3; 2 Kings 15:26; Psalms 11:2.
אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/נֶּ֥גֶב
negeb
H5045
"Negeb"
Art | N-ms
The Negeb is the southern district of Judah, also known as the south country, and can occasionally refer to Egypt, which is south of Palestine.
Definition: region of southern Judah Also named: ne.gev (נֶ֫גֶב "south" H5045H) This name means south-country
Usage: Occurs in 97 OT verses. KJV: south (country, side, -ward). See also: Genesis 12:9; 1 Samuel 14:5; Psalms 126:4.
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/מִּזְרָ֖ח
mizrâch
H4217
"east"
Art | N-ms
This word means the direction of the sunrise, or east. It is used in the Bible to describe the direction of the sun and the east side of something.
Definition: 1) place of sunrise, east 1a) sunrise, east (with 'sun') 1b) the east (without 'sun') 1b1) to or toward the place of sunrise 1b2) to the east, eastward
Usage: Occurs in 71 OT verses. KJV: east (side, -ward), (sun-) rising (of the sun). See also: Exodus 27:13; 1 Kings 7:25; Psalms 50:1.
וְ/אֶל
ʼêl
H413
"to(wards)"
Conj | Prep
This Hebrew word means 'to' or 'toward', showing direction or movement. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus, to indicate where someone is going. The KJV translates it in various ways, like 'about', 'according to', or 'against'.
Definition: 1) to, toward, unto (of motion) 2) into (limit is actually entered) 2a) in among 3) toward (of direction, not necessarily physical motion) 4) against (motion or direction of a hostile character) 5) in addition to, to 6) concerning, in regard to, in reference to, on account of 7) according to (rule or standard) 8) at, by, against (of one's presence) 9) in between, in within, to within, unto (idea of motion to)
Usage: Occurs in 4205 OT verses. KJV: about, according to, after, against, among, as for, at, because(-fore, -side), both...and, by, concerning, for, from, [idiom] hath, in(-to), near, (out) of, over, through, to(-ward), under, unto, upon, whether, with(-in). See also: Genesis 1:9; Genesis 21:14; Genesis 31:13.
הַ/צֶּֽבִי
tsᵉbîy
H6643
"beauty"
Art | N-ms
A gazelle is a beautiful animal, known for its splendor and speed, described in the Bible as a symbol of beauty and glory. The word also means something or someone that is pleasant and lovely to look at.
Definition: 1) beauty, glory, honour 1a) beauty, decoration 1b) honour
Usage: Occurs in 32 OT verses. KJV: beautiful(-ty), glorious (-ry), goodly, pleasant, roe(-buck). See also: Deuteronomy 12:15; Isaiah 13:19; Proverbs 6:5.
Study Notes — Daniel 8:9
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Context — Daniel’s Vision of the Ram and the Goat
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.
8Thus the goat became very great, but at the height of his power, his large horn was broken off, and four prominent horns came up in its place, pointing toward the four winds of heaven.
9From one of these horns a little horn emerged and grew extensively toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land.
10It 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. 11It magnified itself, even to the Prince of the host; it removed His daily sacrifice and overthrew the place of His sanctuary.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel 11:16 | The invader will do as he pleases, and no one will stand against him. He will establish himself in the Beautiful Land, with destruction in his hand. |
| 2 | Ezekiel 20:6 | On that day I swore to bring them out of the land of Egypt into a land that I had searched out for them, a land flowing with milk and honey, the glory of all lands. |
| 3 | Ezekiel 20:15 | Moreover, with an uplifted hand I swore to them in the wilderness that I would not bring them into the land that I had given them—a land flowing with milk and honey, the glory of all lands— |
| 4 | 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. |
| 5 | Psalms 48:2 | Beautiful in loftiness, the joy of all the earth, like the peaks of Zaphon is Mount Zion, the city of the great King. |
| 6 | Daniel 7:20–26 | 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. As I watched, this horn was waging war against the saints and prevailing against them, until 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. 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. And the ten horns are ten kings who will rise from this kingdom. After them another king, different from the earlier ones, will rise and subdue three kings. He will speak out against the Most High and oppress the saints of the Most High, intending to change the appointed times and laws; and the saints will be given into his hand for a time, and times, and half a time. But the court will convene, and his dominion will be taken away and completely destroyed forever. |
| 7 | Jeremiah 3:19 | Then I said, ‘How I long to make you My sons and give you a desirable land, the most beautiful inheritance of all the nations!’ I thought you would call Me ‘Father’ and never turn away from following Me. |
| 8 | Daniel 8:23–24 | In the latter part of their reign, when the rebellion has reached its full measure, an insolent king, skilled in intrigue, will come to the throne. 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. |
| 9 | Daniel 11:25–45 | And with a large army he will stir up his power and his courage against the king of the South, who will mobilize a very large and powerful army but will not withstand the plots devised against him. Those who eat from his provisions will seek to destroy him; his army will be swept away, and many will fall slain. And the two kings, with their hearts bent on evil, will speak lies at the same table, but to no avail, for still the end will come at the appointed time. The king of the North will return to his land with great wealth, but his heart will be set against the holy covenant; so he will do damage and return to his own land. At the appointed time he will invade the South again, but this time will not be like the first. Ships of Kittim will come against him, and he will lose heart. Then he will turn back and rage against the holy covenant and do damage. So he will return and show favor to those who forsake the holy covenant. His forces will rise up and desecrate the temple fortress. They will abolish the daily sacrifice and set up the abomination of desolation. With flattery he will corrupt those who violate the covenant, but the people who know their God will firmly resist him. Those with insight will instruct many, though for a time they will fall by sword or flame, or be captured or plundered. Now when they fall, they will be granted a little help, but many will join them insincerely. Some of the wise will fall, so that they may be refined, purified, and made spotless until the time of the end, for it will still come at the appointed time. 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. And in their place, he will honor a god of fortresses—a god his fathers did not know—with gold, silver, precious stones, and riches. He will attack the strongest fortresses with the help of a foreign god and will greatly honor those who acknowledge him, making them rulers over many and distributing the land for a price. At the time of the end, the king of the South will engage him in battle, but the king of the North will storm out against him with chariots, horsemen, and many ships, invading many countries and sweeping through them like a flood. He will also invade the Beautiful Land, and many countries will fall. But these will be delivered from his hand: Edom, Moab, and the leaders of the Ammonites. He will extend his power over many countries, and not even the land of Egypt will escape. He will gain control of the treasures of gold and silver and over all the riches of Egypt, and the Libyans and Cushites will also submit to him. But news from the east and the north will alarm him, and he will go out with great fury to destroy many and devote them to destruction. He will pitch his royal tents between the sea and the beautiful holy mountain, but he will meet his end with no one to help him. |
| 10 | Psalms 105:24 | And the LORD made His people very fruitful, more numerous than their foes, |
Daniel 8:9 Summary
The little horn in Daniel 8:9 represents a future ruler who will gain power and influence, but ultimately will be subject to God's judgment. This verse reminds us that even the most powerful leaders are under God's control, as stated in Psalm 75:6-7 and Proverbs 21:1. As believers, we can trust in God's sovereignty and provision, even in the face of challenging circumstances, as encouraged in Jeremiah 29:11 and Romans 8:28. By looking to God and His Word, we can find strength and guidance in times of uncertainty, as described in Isaiah 41:10 and Hebrews 13:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the little horn in Daniel 8:9?
The little horn in Daniel 8:9 is a symbol of a future ruler who will arise from one of the four horns, which represent the divisions of the Greek Empire after the death of Alexander the Great, as mentioned in Daniel 8:8. This little horn is believed to be a reference to the Antichrist, as described in other parts of the Bible, such as 1 John 2:18 and Revelation 13:1-10.
What does the direction 'toward the south and the east and toward the Beautiful Land' signify?
The direction mentioned in Daniel 8:9 indicates the areas that will be affected by the little horn's power and influence. The 'Beautiful Land' is a reference to the land of Israel, as mentioned in Daniel 11:16 and 41, and the directions 'toward the south and the east' may signify the regions that will be impacted by this ruler's actions.
How does this verse relate to end-time prophecy?
Daniel 8:9 is part of a larger prophecy that describes the rise and fall of various empires and the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom, as mentioned in Daniel 2:44 and Revelation 11:15. The little horn's emergence and growth are seen as a precursor to the end times and the return of Jesus Christ, as described in Matthew 24:3-31 and 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18.
What can we learn from the little horn's ability to 'grow extensively'?
The little horn's ability to grow extensively, as mentioned in Daniel 8:9, demonstrates the power and influence that this ruler will have, but it also serves as a reminder of the fleeting nature of human power and the ultimate sovereignty of God, as stated in Psalm 37:35-36 and Isaiah 40:15-17.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which the 'little horn' of Daniel 8:9 might be seen in the world today, and how can we discern its influence?
- How does the idea of a powerful ruler arising from a smaller power relate to the concept of humility and trust in God, as described in Proverbs 3:5-6 and Psalm 37:3-7?
- In what ways can we, as believers, prepare ourselves for the challenges and pressures that may arise from the growth of the 'little horn', and how can we stand firm in our faith, as encouraged in Ephesians 6:10-18 and 1 Peter 5:8-11?
- What does the direction 'toward the Beautiful Land' signify for the people of Israel, and how does this relate to God's overall plan for His people, as described in Romans 11:25-32 and Revelation 21:1-4?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 8:9
And out of one of them came forth a little horn,.... Meaning not the kingdom of Titus Vespasian, as Jarchi; nor the kingdom of the Turks, as Saadiah; but the kingdom of Antiochia, as Aben Ezra and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 8:9
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.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 8:9
A little horn; the little horn was Antiochus Epiphanes, he arose out of the Seleucidae of Syria; called a little horn, 1. Because he was much less than Alexander, called a notable horn; . 2. Little, because he was the youngest of his brethren. 3. He was held a prisoner and pledge at Rome, whence he escaped. 4. Little, because he had nothing at first of greatness and heroic nobleness in him, also of low fortune. Toward the south, i.e. Egypt, where he besieged and took many places from Philometer, till the Romans stopped him. Toward the east, i.e. in Syria, Babylon, Armenia. Toward the pleasant land; Judea, so called because of the temple and people of God in it, and the fruitfulness of it, , the glory of all lands. So ,3, ,41,45.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 8:9
Daniel 8:9 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].Ver. 9. And out of one of them.] Out of the posterity of Seleucus, king of Syria. Came forth a little horn.] This was Antiochus, surnamed Epiphanes, illustrious; Polybius called him Epimanes, the madman. He is here called a "little horn," because he was vile and base from the very first to the last of him; indeed, he was born a prince, but without a kingdom, a mere nullatenensis, till he became a usurper. He was sent for a hostage to Rome by his father, Antiochus the Great, whom the Romans had cudgelled into a treaty, taking away from him the best part of his kingdom. After his father’ s death, he stole away from Rome and seized upon the kingdom of Syria, casting out of it his nephew Demetrius, who was the rightful heir. Afterwards he got into his hands also the kingdom of Egypt, under colour of protector to his young nephew, Ptolemy Philometor; and being therehence discharged by the Romans, and made to answer Parebo, I will be gone, he went thence in a rage, and like a madman wreaked his teem, as we say, upon the poor Jews, playing the devil among them. Toward the south,] i.e., Egypt, And toward the east.] Persia, which he also conquered. And toward the pleasant land,] i.e., Judea, called here Decus Capreolus, the delectable and desirable country, by reason of its great prerogatives. So Ezekiel 20:6 Psalms 48:2.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 8:9
(9) Little.—Literally, out of littleness. (Comp. Daniel 7:8.) This is explained more fully in Daniel 8:23. The southern campaigns of Antiochus Epiphanes are related 1Ma 1:16; for his eastern wars see 1Ma 3:31-37; 1Ma 6:1-4. The pleasant land—i.e., Palestine, which here, as in Isaiah 19:23-24, is spoken of as a third land, between south and east. The phrase, “pleasant land,” or “glorious land,” which recurs Daniel 11:16-41, was suggested to Daniel by the language of Jer 3:19; Ezekiel 20:6; Ezekiel 20:15.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 8:9
Verse 9. Out of one of them came forth a little horn] Some think that Antiochus Epiphanes is meant; but Bp. Newton contends that it is the Roman government that is intended; and although very great at its zenith, yet very little in its rising. Waxed-great toward the south] The Romans made Egypt a province of their empire, and it continued such for some centuries. Toward the east] They conquered Syria, and made it a province. Toward the pleasant land.] Judea, so called Psalms 106:24; Jeremiah 3:19; Daniel 11:16; Daniel 11:41. It is well known that they took Judea, and made it a province; and afterwards burnt the city and the temple, and scattered the Jews over the face of the earth.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 8:9
9–14. Antiochus Epiphanes (b.c. 175–164), and his assaults upon the religion of the Jews (cf. Daniel 8:23-25).
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 8:9
And out of one of them, came forth a little horn - Emblematic of new power that should spring up. Compare the notes at Daniel 7:8.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 8:9
9. Out of one of these grand divisions of the empire (Syria) the little horn arose.
Sermons on Daniel 8:9
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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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(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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The Church Is Beautiful by Stuart Briscoe | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of deliberating on eternal issues and focusing on God's loving kindness, faithfulness, righteousness, and carefulness. The fel |
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The Lord's Need of a 'Zion' People by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks emphasizes the significance of being a 'Zion' people, representing God's ideal for His Church, which is not merely a reflection of its current state but a fulfillm |
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Zion, God's Habitation by George Warnock | George Warnock preaches on the significance of Zion as a place of rest, righteousness, power, joy, holiness, beauty, and praise. He emphasizes how Zion represents a spiritual stron |