Episode 158: We’ve arrived at the end of Daniel and once more encounter the 2,300 days. This time, though, we also have 1,290 days and 1,335 days. What’s all this about? Tune in as I break down a proper understanding of all of these days in Daniel.

2,300 days

March 1, 169 BC – persecution begins by Antiochus IV Epiphanes (see 1 Macc. 1.20-28

June 18, 163 BC – Antiochus dies (see 1 Macc 6.16)

1,290 days

April 19, 167 BC – Daily sacrifice at the temple ends (see 1 Macc 1.29-53)

October 30, 164 BC – Abomination removed (see 1 Macc 4.36-51)

1,335 days (1,290 + 45 days to cleanse the temple)

April 19, 167 BC – Daily sacrifice ends (see 1 Macc 1.29-53)

December 14, 164 BC – Sacrificed renewed (see 1 Macc 4.52)

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