PAUL CSAVDARI

An Extraordinary Discovery in the Prophecy of Daniel 8

In a moment of rare and revealing discovery, a prophecy that is thousands of years old

from the book of Daniel is now becoming clear.

In the quest to understand the end times, many have turned to the words of Jesus in Matthew 24. I too began to study this chapter, where Jesus speaks about the "signs of the end," urging us to watch and be prepared, just as those who, seeing the fig tree's buds, know that summer is near. But I realized that the signs He offers are so general that they have been applicable to every generation since then. This led me to a dilemma: how can the final generation recognize the imminent signs of the end if the same signs were given to every generation?

Moreover, Jesus speaks of a "faithful servant" who must provide "food at the proper time." But how can this servant know the moment of the "proper time" if no specific sign was given? It seems that Jesus leaves the final generation without a clear hint, only with generalities. And the "sign of the Son of Man," the only explicitly mentioned sign, appears too late—at the very moment of Jesus' return. What good is such a "sign" if it coincides with the event itself, offering no prior warning?

For those in Jerusalem, Jesus provided a clear sign: "the abomination of desolation." He explicitly referred them to the book of Daniel, saying, "let the reader understand." So, I began to search the prophecies of Daniel.

At first, I turned to chapter 9 of Daniel, where it speaks about the "desolation" of Jerusalem, an event that was to occur in 70 AD. In this chapter, I found the terms "abomination" and "desolation," which clearly pointed to the destruction of Jerusalem. But I noticed that the exact expression "abomination of desolation," as it appears in Matthew 24, is not used here.

I continued my search and discovered that this exact phrase appears in chapter 8 of Daniel. Here, the prophecy no longer refers to the destruction of Jerusalem but to the end of the age. Chapter 8 speaks of the "little horn" and its reign for 2,300 evenings and mornings, a critical detail for understanding the end times.

The Study of All Existing Interpretations of the "Little Horn"

Initially, I reviewed all traditional interpretations and carefully analyzed each one. I saw exactly what they said and, more importantly, I discovered why they do not perfectly match all the details in the text. After this analysis, I began to consider a well-documented fact: the only force that rose from Ancient Greece and has remained in effect to this day is philosophy. This force has continued to influence the world not only in the past but also in the present.

When I introduced philosophy into the context of the prophecy, suddenly, all the details fit perfectly. It was as if the sky had cleared—every element became clear, and the prophecy, which had been sealed for millennia, opened before my eyes. I myself was amazed by the clarity with which all the details of the prophecy made sense, revealing that the sign intended for the final generation had finally been uncovered.

The historical issue:

According to historical evidence, the period of the FOUR HELLENISTIC KINGDOMS, which followed the death of Alexander the Great, ended around 280 B.C.

After Alexander's death, the four main kingdoms formed. Let's review what happened to them:

The Ptolemaic Kingdom (Egypt): survived until 30 B.C., when it was conquered by Rome.
The Seleucid Kingdom (Syria and Babylon): survived until 63 B.C., when it was conquered by Rome.
The Macedonian Kingdom (Antigonid): survived until 168 B.C., when it was conquered by Rome at the Battle of Pydna.
The Lysimachid Kingdom (Thrace and Asia Minor): disappeared in 281 B.C.

So, after the year 280 B.C., there can no longer be talk of FOUR KINGDOMS, but only three. However, the prophecy speaks of four horns and four kingdoms, hence THIS IS THE MOMENT when the domination of the "little horn" indicated by prophecy must begin.

2,300 Years and the Unsealing of the Prophecy

The year 280 B.C. was the year when the "way" was opened for the appearance of the "little horn," and the 2300-year period began to unfold. The prophecy clearly mentions that, at the end of this period, the "Sanctuary" will be cleansed.

According to the prophetic text, the period of the four Hellenistic kingdoms, which followed the death of Alexander the Great, ended around 280 BC. This was the moment when the "way" was opened for the emergence of the "little horn," and the 2,300-year period began to unfold. The prophecy clearly states that at the end of this period, "the Sanctuary will be cleansed."

This 2,300-year period extends to the year 2020, the year when the prophetic calculation was completed. Today, in 2024, we have, for the first time, this clear interpretation before us, and its significance is profound: the unsealing of the prophecy shows us that the "little horn" represents Philosophy.

This is the revelation that the unsealing brings. No one could understand this until now, which explains why traditional interpretations, such as the one identifying Antiochus Epiphanes as the "little horn," have always been incomplete and unable to integrate all the details from the text. Now we can see clearly that philosophy, and not a political or military figure, is the power that has challenged divine values, undermined religious authority, and had a global impact over time, just as the prophecy describes.

Philosophy—the Power that Redefined Religion and Divine Values

Philosophy was the force that not only influenced intellectual thinking but also had a devastating impact on how people relate to religion and divinity. It challenged divine truths, redefining conceptions of morality and spirituality, and profaned God’s "Sanctuary" not just physically, but also spiritually. Philosophy undermined divine authority, "trampling underfoot" everything that was considered sacred, and influenced all areas of life, including religion.

This intellectual power, subtle yet strong, has continued to shape human civilization to this day, having a profound impact on all aspects of life. Now, in 2024, we can clearly understand that the "little horn" in Daniel 8 is not just a past political or military power but a force that has continued to influence the entire world until the end of the age.

Conclusion: Recognize the Sign and Prepare

Now that the prophecy has been unsealed and the sign given by Jesus has been revealed, it is time to recognize the reality of this influence on our world. Philosophy, the "little horn," has fulfilled its prophetic role, and its reign is nearing its end. We are at the doors of the end, and the final events can begin at any moment.

This interpretation is not based on speculation, but is the result of a rigorous analysis, grounded in theological, historical, and philosophical evidence, which can be verified by anyone.

1. The prophet Daniel receives a vision and says, "I was astonished by the vision, and no one understood it."
2. It refers to the "little horn" from chapter 8.
3. "The vision concerns the time of the end!"
4. "Seal up the vision, for it concerns distant times."
5. "Until two thousand three hundred evenings and mornings pass; then the Holy Place will be cleansed!"
6. "And the vision of the evenings and mornings that has been spoken of is true. Seal up the vision, for it concerns distant times."
7. Thus, the interpretation of the vision will only be understood then.
8. All of Alexander the Great’s generals ended their lives in 280 B.C.
9. Some consider Antiochus Epiphanes to be the "little horn"; this interpretation is old and well-known.
10. This is a clear argument that this is NOT the correct interpretation because it must appear only at the time of the end, meaning "distant times."
11. Now, in the year 2024, a new and unique interpretation has appeared.
12. Those interested in understanding Daniel’s prophecy would do well to take heed and "read and understand," as Jesus Himself said.
13. The new interpretation is that the "little horn" represents philosophy, an ideology based on the rejection of any divine revelation.
14. Philosophy considers ALL religious writings worldwide, without exception, as products of human imagination and illusion.
15. Antiochus Epiphanes was motivated in what he did precisely by this philosophical idea.
16. He issued a decree, see Antiochus IV Epiphanes’ Decree on the Cessation of Traditional Teaching in Favor of Greek Philosophy (circa 167 B.C.).
17. His actions are only a small part of what philosophers have said and done over these 2300 years (1 day = 1 year).
18. God was even declared "dead" by philosophers.
19. Philosophy has always attacked revelation, either by destroying it or by "reinterpreting" it based on its own dogmas.
20. Philosophy was active during the time of Jesus through the Pharisees and Sadducees, who had already adopted and implemented philosophical ideas into Jewish religion.
21. Jesus was in conflict with them and exposed their ideas as erroneous and opposed to the Revelation received from God through the prophets and preserved in the Old Testament Scriptures.
22. Jesus lived about 200 years after Antiochus Epiphanes, and yet the "time of the end" was still distant.
23. This is what Jesus told His disciples when they asked Him, "What will be the sign of Your coming and of the end of the age?"
24. It was the year 30 A.D., and the Temple still stood.
25. Therefore, the "Holy Place" mentioned in the prophecy does not refer to this Temple.
26. The activity of the "little horn" was far from being realized; Antiochus and what he did was only a small sequence in the long history of its activity over 2300 years, beginning in 280 B.C. when Philosophy became the new power in the world and expanded greatly, while Antiochus was merely a local ruler, far inferior to what Constantine the Great or his generals had been.
27. Philosophy spread throughout the Roman Empire and beyond, and today it practically rules the world, having full authority over all the states that were formed exclusively on philosophical foundations.
28. Religions have been and still are subjected to Philosophy, either by imposing dogmas that align with Philosophy or by being forced to do so through civil laws.
29. In this way, Philosophy has imposed its own ideas in everything, in ANY dwelling of God.
30. This is because God allowed it to do all these things, but only up to a point, until 2300 years have passed, then, without human intervention, He will INTERVENE and stop this madness and blasphemy.
31. God does not need anyone’s "help"; He can defend Himself.
32. This action of God cannot be stopped or "helped"; it is exclusively God's action.
33. It was announced by Jesus in His discourse in Matthew 24, as well as by all the prophets in the Old and New Testaments.
34. Additionally, the Creator’s intervention is presented not only in the Bible but also in all other revelations found in the world’s religions.
35. Philosophy is the "little horn" THAT HAS BECOME GIGANTIC and has expanded in all directions so that today IT RULES THE ENTIRE WORLD.
36. This interpretation is NEW AND UNKNOWN to the world because only now has the time come to understand it.
37. This very detail—that a NEW INTERPRETATION of this prophecy meant for the "time of the end" has appeared—should be a SIGN that it must be studied carefully by anyone who still BELIEVES IN GOD’S REVELATION.
38. Revelation makes it clear that most will not believe and will continue to live only for the HERE AND NOW, as Philosophy demands.
39. However, God knows all the people on the face of the earth and does everything possible to warn them of the impending DIRECT INTERVENTION in the history of this world.
40. "Whoever reads, let them understand," said Jesus.

PAUL CSAVDARI

Unsealing the Prophecy of Daniel

Jesus’ Reference to the Prophecy of Daniel

In His discourse in Matthew 24, Jesus speaks about the signs of the end times and warns His disciples to stay vigilant regarding the events that will take place.

One of the most important points of this discourse is the reference to the "abomination of desolation," a specific sign meant for the generation living in Jerusalem, after which Jesus urges the faithful to "read and understand" what the prophet Daniel had said. This direct reference to Daniel suggests that his prophecies are crucial not only for that time but also for the events of the end times.

:However, unlike the specific signs given to the generation in Jerusalem (such as the "abomination" and the "vultures"), we are told that the "sign of the Son of Man" will appear in the sky. This sign, meant exclusively for the final generation, is the ultimate warning and an indicator that Jesus' return is imminent. The sign of the Son of Man is not just different from the other signs but serves as a clear message to those living in the last days, confirming the promises of Jesus.

Daniel’s Prophecy and the Little Horn: A Revelation for the End Times

The Book of Daniel contains a series of complex visions and prophecies, and one of the most enigmatic and difficult to decipher is that of the "little horn" in chapter 8. The prophecy speaks of a horn that rises from one of the four kingdoms of ancient Greece, exhibiting a cunning and destructive power directed against God's people and divine truth. For centuries, the identity of this horn remained shrouded in mystery and was not fully understood, being the only essential prophecy in Daniel that had not been clearly interpreted until now.

Through careful study and correlation of historical facts with the prophetic text, we have come to understand that this little horn represents philosophy—a powerful intellectual force that has profoundly shaped and influenced the world and humanity's relationship with divinity. This interpretation not only opens a new perspective on understanding the end times but also serves as clear and undeniable proof of God's faithfulness to His words.

The Calculation of the Prophecy and Its Relevance in 2024

Of course, the unsealing of the prophecy would not be complete without a simple calculation that helped us understand the prophetic period of 2300 evenings and mornings mentioned in Daniel's vision: 280 BC+2020 = 2300. We discovered that this period begins around 280 BC, marking the rise of philosophy as a dominant power and culminating in our present day. This synchronization of historical events with biblical prophecy not only validates the divine message but also offers us a clear perspective on the "end times" in which we live.

The Sign of the Son of Man and Daniel’s Prophecy: An Essential Connection

An essential detail in Matthew 24 is Jesus' mention of the sign of the Son of Man, which will appear in the "heavens" before His coming on the clouds of heaven. In the chronology of events described, this sign does not serve to strengthen the faith of those who have not believed but to instill fear and dread in their hearts. However, for those who believe and have understood the message of prophecy, this sign is the final warning that confirms the hour appointed by God has come.

This parallel with the prophecy of Daniel, initially sealed to be opened only in the end times, emphasizes that its message is intended precisely for this moment in history. The importance of the unsealing is that it provides clear and indisputable confirmation of divine control over events. If the prophecy had been unsealed too early, it would have been misinterpreted or ignored, but the fact that it becomes clear now underscores that it is a message for today's generation.

Unsealing the Prophecy: What It Means for Us

Daniel's prophecy remained shrouded in mystery for centuries, but its "unsealing" in the current context conveys a vital message to us. This revelation, according to Scripture, was reserved for the "end times," a period when humanity faces major challenges and prepares for the return of Jesus. The message God is conveying to us now, is clear and significant.

1. God never withdrew from the history of the earth. Despite erroneous interpretations that suggest God withdrew because of Adam and Eve’s "original sin," the truth is that God has continued to work actively in human history. This idea of "separation" between God and people was heavily promoted by Greek philosophy and perpetuated through various religious dogmas that sought to impose these interpretations by force. However, the reality is that God remained present and active, guiding history and maintaining control over all things.

2. God has absolute control over history. Daniel's prophecy proves that nothing is unknown to God. Every detail of the events described in the vision—from the rise of Alexander the Great's Greece to the destructive influence of Greek philosophy on the world—was predicted with an accuracy that surpasses human imagination. This shows us that God knows every stage of history, even before it happens. For us, living now, this certainty is a source of hope and confidence that God has never lost control, not for a single moment.

3. The struggle against truth is allowed only for a time. Philosophy, represented as the little horn, was permitted to act as a force opposing divine truth. From Plato and Aristotle to modern philosophical systems, ideas born from sources other than divine inspiration have constantly challenged the teachings of Scripture. However, the fact that the prophecy clearly reveals the identity of this force shows that God is not indifferent. He allows this opposition only up to a point, and the prophecy is given to strengthen us and show that Jesus’ coming is near, being the only solution that will end this millennial conflict.

4. The relevance of the prophecy does not depend on public acceptance. The importance of this revelation does not lie in how popular the interpretation is, but in the fact that it represents a divine message reserved for the end times. Daniel's prophecy was sealed to prevent speculation and to be discovered at the appropriate time, offering a clear warning to those who wish to understand the truth.

5. A call for personal study and independent thinking. This unsealing that we present here is not a decree but the result of careful study of Scripture and history. Each reader is encouraged to research for themselves, compare the evidence, and form their own opinion, guided by God in understanding the truth. The message is not just to accept what is presented but to seek and form convictions based on sincere personal study.

The discovery of the identity of the little horn as philosophy has profound implications for our theological understanding. It proves that philosophical ideas, no matter how sophisticated, are not merely harmless intellectual speculations but represent an open front against the truth revealed by God. The conflict between these two worlds—the world of philosophy and the world of faith—is an ongoing struggle, with the stakes being the very nature of the relationship between man and God.

By unsealing this prophecy, we are called to recognize that divine truth has been preserved and protected for the "end times," exactly for this period of intense spiritual confrontation. The sign of the Son of Man, hidden in Daniel's prophecy, is now revealed and directly calls us to strengthen our faith, avoid being deceived by philosophical cunning, and prepare for the glorious return of Jesus.

The prophet Daniel not only showed us what has been but also gave us what is most needed now: a certainty that God is active, that His plans are not thwarted by the powers of this world, and that despite challenges and suffering, faith in God and in the coming of the Son of Man is the foundation on which we can confidently build.

Conclusion: Hope in the Time of the "End"

In the face of the difficulties of our times, this revelation is not merely a historical fact but a call to spiritual resistance. It is the necessary nourishment for weary and doubtful souls. We are assured that the coming of Jesus is closer than ever, and the prophecy gives us the strength to stand firm, strengthen our faith, and await with joy and confidence the fulfillment of the divine promise.