In the Book of Daniel, Satan is depicted as a "little horn." The prophecy describes the "little horn" as one that oppresses God's people, enforces idolatry, and opposes God. Interestingly, the "little horn" appears not just once, but twice, as revealed in the Scriptures.

[Daniel 7:7-25]
"...It was different from all the former beasts, and it had ten horns. While I was thinking about the horns, there before me was another horn, a little one, which came up among them... (verse 25) He will speak against the Most High and oppress his holy people and try to change the set times and the laws. The holy people will be delivered into his hands for a time, times, and half a time."

[Daniel 8:8-25]
"The goat became very great, but at the height of its power the large horn was broken off, and in its place four prominent horns grew up toward the four winds of heaven. Out of one of them came another horn, a little one... (verse 25) Near the end of their reign, when rebels have become completely wicked, a fierce-looking king, a master of intrigue, will arise. He will become very strong, but not by his own power. He will cause astounding devastation and will succeed in whatever he does. He will destroy those who are mighty, the holy people. Through his cunning, he will cause deceit to prosper, and he will consider himself superior. When they feel secure, he will destroy many and take his stand against the Prince of princes. Yet he will be destroyed, but not by human power."

The Two Little Horns: A Dual Appearance of Satan

The first "little horn" arises among the ten horns of the fourth beast, symbolizing Satan's appearance after the division of the Roman Empire into ten kingdoms. The second "little horn" emerges from among the four horns of the goat, symbolizing Satan's appearance after the division of the Greek Empire into four kingdoms.

God specifically refers to the era of the second "little horn" as the "end times," indicating that the first "little horn" pertains to Satan's activity during the intermediate period, while the second "little horn" refers to Satan's actions in the last days.

[Daniel 10:14]
"Now I have come to explain to you what will happen to your people in the future, for the vision concerns a time yet to come."

[Daniel 12:9]
"He replied, 'Go your way, Daniel, because the words are rolled up and sealed until the time of the end.'"

Conclusion

The prophecies in Daniel demonstrate that Satan's influence is manifested in two distinct periods: the intermediate period (through the first "little horn") and the end times (through the second "little horn"). The first "little horn" aligns with Satan’s activity following the Roman Empire’s division, while the second "little horn" represents Satan’s work after the Greek Empire’s fragmentation, marking the final phase of his opposition to God and His people. These prophecies are sealed until their fulfillment in the end times, emphasizing their significance in understanding the spiritual battles that define human history.