HIPPOLYTUS OF ROME: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF THE INTERPRETATION OF DAN. 8
Abstract
The article is devoted to a comprehensive analysis of the interpretation of Hippolytus of Rome (170-235 AD) of Dan. 8 of the book of Daniel. The hermeneutic principles of the theologian in the interpretation of apocalyptic symbols of Dan. 8 are presented and showed their specifics. It has been found that Hippolytus first interpreted the symbol of the "little horn" (Dan. 8:9-12) as Antiochus IV Epiphanes among early Christian writers. This interpretation is followed today by the Preterist and Futurist schools of interpretation. The arguments of both the supporters of Hippolytus' interpretation and his opponents are highlighted. It is established that the theologian's interpretation, according to which the small horn in Dan. 8 symbolizes Antiochus Epiphanes has weaknesses and contradicts the biblical context of the apocalyptic symbols of both the eighth chapter and the entire book of Daniel. It is investigated that the arguments of the historicistl school allow us to conclude that the small horn in Dan. 8 symbolizes Rome. Promising for the future continuation of the study is seen in a deep exegetical study of the apocalyptic symbols of Dan. 8 and the influence of Hippolytus' interpretation on the hermeneutics of later Christian theologians.
Key words: Book of Daniel, Hippolytus of Rome, hermeneutics, Antiochus IV Epiphanes, the small horn, exegesis, apocalyptic literature, eschatology.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.26886/2520-7474.4(48)2021.2
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