Thus he said... - That is, in explanation of the fourth symbol which appeared—the fourth beast, and of the events connected with it…

Compare to Daniel 7:14; Daniel 7:18.

This verse assures us how these predictions concerning the destruction of the beast concern the Church’s safety. Thus the faithful might know that …

And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom
under the whole heaven, shall be given to…

It is desirable to obtain the correct and complete sense of what we see and hear from God; and those who would know must ask through faithful and f…