Daniel 11:35 kjv
And some of them of understanding shall fall, to try them, and to purge, and to make them white, even to the time of the end: because it is yet for a time appointed.
Daniel 11:35 nkjv
And some of those of understanding shall fall, to refine them, purify them, and make them white, until the time of the end; because it is still for the appointed time.
Daniel 11:35 niv
Some of the wise will stumble, so that they may be refined, purified and made spotless until the time of the end, for it will still come at the appointed time.
Daniel 11:35 esv
and some of the wise shall stumble, so that they may be refined, purified, and made white, until the time of the end, for it still awaits the appointed time.
Daniel 11:35 nlt
And some of the wise will fall victim to persecution. In this way, they will be refined and cleansed and made pure until the time of the end, for the appointed time is still to come.
Daniel 11 35 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 11:35 | And some of them of understanding shall fall, to try them... | Daniel 11:35 |
| Isaiah 43:2 | When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee... | Isaiah 43:2 (Refining) |
| Jeremiah 17:10 | I the LORD search the heart, I try the reins... | Jeremiah 17:10 (Testing) |
| Zechariah 13:9 | And I will bring the third part through the fire, and will refine them as silver is refined... | Zechariah 13:9 (Purification) |
| Malachi 3:2-3 | For he is like a refiner's fire... | Malachi 3:2-3 (Refining) |
| Luke 22:31-32 | Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have you... | Luke 22:31-32 (Testing) |
| Romans 5:3-5 | And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also... | Romans 5:3-5 (Suffering) |
| 1 Corinthians 11:19 | For there must be also heresies among you... | 1 Corinthians 11:19 (Deception) |
| Ephesians 4:14 | That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro... | Ephesians 4:14 (Deception) |
| 1 Thessalonians 5:21 | Prove all things; hold fast that which is good. | 1 Thessalonians 5:21 (Discernment) |
| Hebrews 11:1 | Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. | Hebrews 11:1 (Faith) |
| Hebrews 12:5-11 | My son, despise not thou the chastening of the Lord... | Hebrews 12:5-11 (Discipline) |
| 1 Peter 4:12 | Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you... | 1 Peter 4:12 (Trials) |
| 2 Peter 2:1-3 | But there were false prophets also among the people... | 2 Peter 2:1-3 (Falsehood) |
| 1 John 4:1 | Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits... | 1 John 4:1 (Discernment) |
| Revelation 2:2 | I know thy works, and thy labour, and thy patience... | Revelation 2:2 (Endurance) |
| Revelation 3:10 | Because thou hast kept the word of my patience, I also will keep thee from the hour of temptation... | Revelation 3:10 (Perseverance) |
| Revelation 13:10 | He that leadeth into captivity shall go into captivity... | Revelation 13:10 (Perseverance) |
| Revelation 14:4-5 | These are they which were not defiled with women... | Revelation 14:4-5 (Purity) |
| Revelation 18:4 | And I heard another voice from heaven, saying, Come out of her, my people... | Revelation 18:4 (Separation) |
Daniel 11 verses
Daniel 11 35 Meaning
This verse describes a period of intense tribulation and purification for God's people. It signifies that many will be tested, refined, and made pure through suffering, leading to their ultimate strengthening and perseverance. It also points to a time of deception and falsehood impacting those who do not stand firm in their faith.
Daniel 11 35 Context
Daniel chapter 11 describes a long and complex prophetic history, primarily focusing on the conflicts between the Ptolemaic (southern) and Seleucid (northern) kingdoms following Alexander the Great. Verse 35 sits within a section that moves from geopolitical conflicts to a focus on the tribulations of God's people and the rise of a significant Antichrist-like figure. Historically, this period refers to events related to Antiochus IV Epiphanes and his persecution of the Jews, though many scholars see a dual fulfillment extending to end-times events. The "understanding" mentioned likely refers to wise, faithful individuals. The falling mentioned is not apostasy, but a form of submission or seeming defeat under pressure. The "time appointed" speaks to divine sovereignty over historical events.
Daniel 11 35 Word Analysis
- And (וְ - wa): Conjunction connecting clauses, indicating progression.
- some (מִקְצָת - miqtsath): A part or portion of a larger group.
- of them (מֵהֵמָּה - mehēmmāh): Pronoun referring back to the faithful.
- of understanding (הַשָּׂכְלִי - haśśakliy): Possessing wisdom, insight, or discernment; referring to the spiritually perceptive.
- shall fall (יִכָּשְׁלוּ - yikkāšəlû): From kāšal, to stumble, fail, be weakened; implies temporary setbacks or persecution, not abandonment of faith.
- to try them (לִצְרוֹף - litsrôf): From tsāraph, to refine, test by fire; signifies purification through tribulation.
- and to purge (וּלְבָר - ûləbhār): Also meaning to cleanse or make pure; reinforces the refining process.
- and to make white (וּלְהַלְבִּין - ûləhalbîn): To make pure, white, or clean; signifies moral and spiritual purification.
- that they shall be (עַד־עֵת־קֵץ - ‘adh-‘ēth-qēts): Until the time of the end; indicates a timeframe for this refining process. The repetition emphasizes "until the end."
- white (צַח - tsach): Bright, pure, clear.
- unto the time of the end (עֵת־קֵץ - ‘ēth-qēts): A specific appointed time; emphasizes culmination.
Daniel 11 35 Bonus Section
The concept of refinement by fire is prevalent throughout Scripture, often symbolizing God's judgment and purifying work. The phrase "make white" or "cleanse" is linked to righteousness and acquittal before God, often seen in legal or ritual contexts. This verse provides a profound link between suffering, purification, and divine purpose, asserting that God's people will emerge from trials not weakened, but purified and strengthened for their ultimate destiny. It assures that no trial is without a divine purpose and timeframe.
Daniel 11 35 Commentary
This verse is a crucial assurance within prophetic conflict. Despite external pressures, suffering, and the deceit of false teachings (mentioned in the preceding verses), a remnant of the wise will undergo a purifying trial. This hardship is divinely appointed to refine their faith, removing impurities and establishing a deeper, more resilient purity. Their temporary "falling" or stumbling under duress serves as the crucible. The ultimate outcome of this testing is not condemnation, but a sanctified state, made "white" and ready for the consummation of God's plan, referred to as "the time of the end." It highlights that even in periods of intense spiritual warfare and apparent defeat, God is actively refining His faithful people for His purposes.