Daniel 9:25

Know therefore and vnderstand, that from the going foorth of the commandement to restore and to build Ierusalem, vnto the Messiah the Prince, shall be seuen weekes; and threescore and two weekes, the street shall be built againe, and the wall, euen in troublous times. Daniel 9:25 (KJV)

Know therefore and understand,

that from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem unto the Messiah the Prince

shall be seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks: the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublous times. Daniel 9:25 (KJV)

Historical Background: Daniel 9:25 refers to the commandment to restore and rebuild Jerusalem that was issued by King Artaxerxes of Persia. The decree is recorded in Nehemiah 2:1‑8. Some scholars date this decree to 445 BC, while others prefer 457 BC, the latter being the date most often used in the traditional 483‑year calculation.

Timeframe: The verse specifies “seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks.” In prophetic terminology a week represents seven years, so the period amounts to 69 weeks, or 483 years. This span is the interval between the decree and the appearance of the Messiah the Prince.

The Coming Messiah: The prophecy declares that after the decree there will be 483 years until the coming of the “Messiah the Prince,” the anointed one promised as Savior and King. The New Testament identifies Jesus Christ as that long‑awaited Messiah.

Fulfillment: Many biblical scholars see the 483‑year period as pointing to the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ. Using the 445 BC date for the decree, the calculation leads to a timeframe that aligns closely with Jesus’ public ministry around 27‑29 AD. Other calculations, particularly those employing the 457 BC date, suggest a point nearer to 38 AD. The exact alignment remains a subject of scholarly discussion, but the overall pattern is widely regarded as a credible fulfillment of the prophecy.

Troublous Times: The verse also notes that the rebuilding of Jerusalem’s streets and walls would occur “in troublous times,” a phrase rendered in some translations as “tribulation.” This language reflects the real opposition, hardships, and political instability that Nehemiah and the returning exiles faced while restoring the city, reminding believers that God’s purposes often unfold amid trials and obstacles.