Hitherto [is] the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me, and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.
Ver. 28. Hitherto is the end of the matter.] This seemeth added, to stop all curious inquiries after things not revealed.
My cogitations much troubled me.] For the ensuing troubles of God's people under those godless tyrants.
And my countenance changed.] Chald., My brightnesses. I looked wan and pale; much study will cause it; Ecc 12:12 as it did in Mr Fox, the martyrologue, so that his friends knew him not.