The “little horn” did not literally reach heaven but challenged God by persecuting His people and corrupting true worship.
DANIEL 8:10–12 — How Could the “Little Horn” Grow So Great as to Challenge Heaven Itself? Literal or Figurative?
Daniel 8:10–12 uses prophetic imagery to describe Antiochus’ real assault on Jehovah’s worship, people, sanctuary, and truth.

