Verse 23
the latter time of their kingdom, &c . This is a further indication as to the interpretation of this vision.
the transgressors . The Septuagint, Syriac, and Vulgate read "transgressions". Hebrew. pasha ', as in Daniel 8:12 = rebellions. Compare Daniel 9:24 .
are come to the full: or, have filled up their measure. Therefore not full yet. This is a blow to all who are vainly trying to make the world better, and to "realize the kingdom of God on earth" now.
a king of fierce countenance = a king of mighty presence. One of the titles of the antichrist. See note on Daniel 7:8 .
understanding dark sentences = skilled in dissimulation.
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