Daniel's vision begins with a state of emotional disturbance and confusion, reflecting his initial struggle to understand the violent interactions between the ram and the goat.
The vision's intensity escalates with the goat's aggressive actions towards the ram, evoking a deep sense of fear and alarm as the situation spirals out of control.
Daniel's perplexity grows as he observes the little horn, which symbolizes a great threat, extending its power over the holy land and desecrating the stars.
In his quest for clarity, Daniel shows a profound desire to understand the full meaning behind the alarming symbols and events in his vision.
The angel Gabriel's explanations bring enlightenment to Daniel, but the sheer scale and severity of the revelations leave him feeling overwhelmed and depleted.
Despite gaining some insights, the emotional and physical toll of the vision is evident as Daniel ends up sick and exhausted, overwhelmed by what he has learned.