Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
Daniel 8:20 speaks of a powerful ram; Matthew 5:39 advises non-violence, contradicting the concept of strength or power as represented by the ram.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Matthew 19:24
Daniel 8:20 associates power with kings, while Matthew 19:24 suggests that wealth and power make it hard to enter the kingdom of God.
Matthew 19:24: And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Contradiction with Daniel 2:21
Daniel 8:20 implies fixed roles for kings, whereas Daniel 2:21 states God changes times and seasons and removes kings.
Daniel 2:21: And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Daniel 8:20 shows earthly kingship, but Romans 13:1 emphasizes all authority comes from God, potentially shifting focus from earthly power.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
Daniel 8:20 talks of domination and conflict (ram’s power), while Isaiah 2:4 speaks of turning swords into plowshares, contradicting themes of violence.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]