He stated that he would be present at that time.

From 1874 forward is the latter part of the period of "the time of the end".

From 1874 is the time of the Lord's second presence, as above stated.

The apostle Paul enumerating many things done concerning Israel states that "they are written for our admonition upon whom the ends of the world [age] are come".

(1 Corinthians 10:11) It must be presumed, then, that these things would be understood at "the time of the end".
[410]The Lord's illustration of the sun rising in the east and shining across to the west, which would occur at the time of his presence, is further proof of the increased light at the time of his presence; and true to prophecy, this has taken place.