Let’s talk about a verse that’s huge when it comes to Bible prophecy—Daniel 9:27. This verse kicks off what many call the Tribulation, the final 7 years before Jesus returns. But here’s the big question:
Who is the “he” in this verse?
Some people think it’s Jesus. Others say it’s the Antichrist. Knowing the answer is a big deal, because it tells us when the Tribulation starts—and if you get it wrong, you might not be ready for what’s coming. Bible teacher Nelson Walters explains:
Understanding Daniel 9:27 – Why This Matters
If you get the identity of this “he” wrong, you could miss the start of the Tribulation. That’s dangerous—not just physically, but spiritually. Like Noah, who was given a warning before the flood, we need to understand prophecy clearly so we’re ready.
What the Early Christians Believed
- Irenaeus and Hippolytus, early leaders in the Church, believed the “he” was the Antichrist.
- They taught that the final 7 years were still in the future.
- This idea likely came from the apostles themselves.
But as time passed, Catholic leaders began to interpret the verse differently. They claimed Jesus was the one who confirmed the covenant. This shift happened around the 4th-5th centuries, with teachers like Augustine promoting a more symbolic view of prophecy.
A Word Change That Changed Everything
Here’s where things got mixed up:
- Around 400 AD, St. Jerome translated the Bible into Latin.
- He changed the word from “enforce” to “confirm”.
- This made people think of Romans 15:9, where Jesus “confirmed” promises.
This small change led many to believe Jesus was the one confirming the covenant in Daniel 9:27. But Hebrew experts say the original word means enforce or strengthen a covenant, not confirm it.
Who is the “He” in Daniel 9:27?
Let’s break it down:
- In Daniel 9:26, it talks about a “prince who is to come.”
- This “prince” is linked to the destruction of Jerusalem in 70 AD.
- The “he” in verse 27 refers back to this prince—not Jesus.
Bottom line: The “he” is the Antichrist, not Christ.
What Kind of Covenant is This?
- It’s not a holy covenant like the one Jesus made.
- It’s a secular, political agreement.
- It only lasts 7 years—God’s covenants are eternal.
What About the Sacrifices?
Some people think Jesus stopped temple sacrifices when He died, but here’s the truth:
- Sacrifices continued in the temple for 40 more years after Jesus died.
- The Antichrist will stop them during the Tribulation, not Jesus.
- This matches what Jesus said in Matthew 24 and what Paul wrote in 2 Thessalonians 2.
Bottom Line
All the historical and biblical evidence points to the “he” in Daniel 9:27 being the Antichrist, not Jesus. This covenant is a future political event, not something Christ already fulfilled. Understanding this helps us see how close we might be to the start of the final 7 years.
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