Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 7:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 7:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 7:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Daniel, this verse means that a new, smaller horn appeared and knocked out three other horns. This new horn had eyes like a person and spoke very important words.

Daniel 7:8: I considered the horns, and, behold, there came up among them another little horn, before whom there were three of the first horns plucked up by the roots: and, behold, in this horn [were] eyes like the eyes of man, and a mouth speaking great things.

Contradiction with Revelation 13:1

Daniel 7:8 describes a little horn with eyes and a mouth, while Revelation 13:1 describes a beast with multiple heads and horns, shifting the focus and symbolism.

Revelation 13:1: And saw a beast rise up out of the sea, having seven heads and ten horns, and upon his horns ten crowns, and upon his heads the name of blasphemy. [name: or, names]

Contradiction with Isaiah 11:6

Daniel 7:8 speaks of aggressive imagery with horns, whereas Isaiah 11:6 illustrates a vision of peace where predators and prey coexist, contrasting with the aggressiveness implied in Daniel 7:8.

Isaiah 11:6: The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Daniel 7:8 focuses on dominion and power, depicted through horns, while Matthew 5:9 emphasizes the blessings for peacemakers, presenting contrasting values.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Paradox #1

The conflict with Daniel 7:8 might arise from the symbols and imagery it uses, particularly the "little horn." Different theological interpretations could see this symbol in various ways, creating inconsistency about what or who it represents. Some might view it as a historical figure, while others see it as a future prophecy, leading to varied understandings within religious traditions.

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