But the holy ones of the Most High shall receive the kingdom and possess the kingdom forever—forever and ever. The attendant's interpretation provides the prophecy's ultimate outcome: the holy ones (the covenant people, those loyal to God) will receive the kingdom and possess it forever. This represents vindication of the faithful; they will share dominion under the figure like a human being in the eternal kingdom. The repetition (forever—forever and ever) emphasizes the perpetual nature of this possession. For Daniel's people (suffering under various empires), this prophecy offers hope that ultimately God's people will be vindicated.

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