Daniel 11:41 kjv
He shall enter also into the glorious land, and many countries shall be overthrown: but these shall escape out of his hand, even Edom, and Moab, and the chief of the children of Ammon.
Daniel 11:41 nkjv
He shall also enter the Glorious Land, and many countries shall be overthrown; but these shall escape from his hand: Edom, Moab, and the prominent people of Ammon.
Daniel 11:41 niv
He will also invade the Beautiful Land. Many countries will fall, but Edom, Moab and the leaders of Ammon will be delivered from his hand.
Daniel 11:41 esv
He shall come into the glorious land. And tens of thousands shall fall, but these shall be delivered out of his hand: Edom and Moab and the main part of the Ammonites.
Daniel 11:41 nlt
He will enter the glorious land of Israel, and many nations will fall, but Moab, Edom, and the best part of Ammon will escape.
Daniel 11 41 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 11:40 | "At the end of the time the king of the South will wage war..." | Futility of resistance against divine plan |
| Daniel 11:42 | "He will also stretch out his hand against other countries..." | Expansion of Antiochus' influence |
| Daniel 11:43 | "He will gain control over the hidden treasures of gold and silver..." | Wealth plundered by Antiochus |
| Daniel 11:44 | "But reports from the east and the north will alarm him..." | Consequences of Antiochus' actions |
| 1 Maccabees 1:29 | "Antiochus made a descent upon Egypt" | Historical fulfillment (Northern King's actions) |
| 1 Maccabees 3:34 | "And to show them their land had been forsaken" | Jewish suffering under Antiochus |
| 2 Maccabees 6:7-8 | "that he might sacrifice upon the altar..." | Desecration of the Temple |
| 2 Maccabees 9:5 | "the Lord Almighty... brought upon him an incurable and invisible stroke" | Antiochus' demise |
| Isaiah 14:25 | "to crush the Assyrian in my land" | Divine judgment against oppressors |
| Jeremiah 25:9 | "I will summon all the peoples of the north and my servant..." | God's use of Gentile powers |
| Ezekiel 38:13 | "Sheba and Dedan and the merchants of Tarshish..." | Nations responding to events in the land |
| Revelation 11:2 | "the holy city will be trampled underfoot for forty-two months." | Parallelism of oppression and conquest |
| Revelation 13:5 | "And the beast was given a mouth uttering haughty and blasphemous words..." | Antagonistic rulers speaking against God |
| Matthew 24:15 | "So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation’" | Sign of future distress |
| Luke 21:24 | "Jerusalem will be trampled underfoot by the Gentiles..." | Gentile domination of Jerusalem |
| Acts 7:42 | "But God turned away and abandoned them to serve the host of heaven" | God's judgment on disobedience |
| Romans 8:31 | "If God is for us, who can be against us?" | Confidence in God's protection |
| 1 Corinthians 10:13 | "God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear." | God's preservation of His people |
| Galatians 6:9 | "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest." | Perseverance in faith |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:4 | "who opposes and exalts himself against every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God." | Antichrist parallel |
| Hebrews 4:15 | "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin." | Christ's empathy with suffering |
| Hebrews 12:16 | "See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God, that no root of bitterness springs up and causes trouble, and through it defiles many" | Warning against apostasy |
Daniel 11 verses
Daniel 11 41 Meaning
This verse describes the northern king, generally understood to be Antiochus IV Epiphanes, entering the Beautiful Land. Despite his successes, he will ultimately be overthrown and no one will help him.
Daniel 11 41 Context
This verse is part of Daniel chapter 11, which provides a detailed prophetic history, primarily concerning the Ptolemaic and Seleucid empires after Alexander the Great's death. The focus shifts to the "king of the north" (the Seleucid rulers) and the "king of the south" (the Ptolemaic rulers) and their ongoing conflicts. Specifically, verse 41 details a significant act of conquest by the king of the north, believed by many to refer to Antiochus IV Epiphanes. This period was marked by intense political and religious struggles, culminating in Antiochus' persecution of the Jews and his desecration of the Second Temple. Understanding this historical backdrop is crucial for grasping the prophetic significance of this verse.
Daniel 11 41 Word Analysis
- "Also": This conjunction signals the continuation of the northern king's actions, connecting this verse to the previous description of his activities.
- "He shall come": Implies a forceful and intentional advance into a specific territory.
- "Into the Beautiful Land": This phrase, likely referring to the Land of Israel, evokes imagery of beauty and sanctity. The Hebrew term used for "beauty" carries connotations of glory and adornment.
- "And": A common Hebrew conjunction that links clauses or actions.
- "These shall stumble": Indicates a downfall or defeat for certain people or entities within that land. The Hebrew word for "stumble" can imply being struck down or failing.
- "But these": Introduces a contrast with the previous group.
- "shall deliver them": Suggests a rescue or salvation for this latter group, implying intervention or a turning of events. The Hebrew word can mean "to draw out" or "to deliver."
- "Out of his hand": Emphasizes the extent of the king's power and the threat he poses, from which a deliverance is made.
- "The dominion of the Idumeans": "Idumeans" here likely refers to those who sided with or were aligned with the oppressors or perhaps the surrounding gentile powers that were in league with the northern king. The historical context suggests areas controlled or influenced by those antagonistic to the true inhabitants of the land.
- "And of the Moabites": These were traditional enemies of Israel, mentioned here possibly to highlight the range of forces subdued or influenced by the prevailing power, or those who would be subject to the northern king's authority or demise.
Daniel 11 41 Bonus Section
The prophecy in Daniel 11 is renowned for its detailed historical accuracy when applied to figures like Antiochus IV Epiphanes, providing a strong apologetic for the Bible's divine inspiration. The term "Beautiful Land" for Israel speaks to its intended holy status and its beauty in God's eyes, a land meant for His people. The mention of Idumeans and Moabites being delivered from the northern king's hand could imply that those who were also oppressed or aligned against the true purpose of the land could find respite through different means, perhaps indirectly due to the king's eventual overreach and subsequent defeat, or a division of power among various groups. This demonstrates that even amidst wider political upheavals, specific deliverance is possible, underscoring God's sovereignty over nations and peoples.
Daniel 11 41 Commentary
Daniel 11:41 depicts the northern king (understood as Antiochus IV Epiphanes) extending his dominion. He enters the Land of Israel, which is referred to as the "Beautiful Land." During this invasion, some will falter and fall under his power. However, others will be delivered from his grasp, specifically mentioning the Idumeans and Moabites. This suggests a complex geopolitical situation where alliances shifted, and not all neighboring peoples were uniformly subjugated or favored. Despite his successes, the verse anticipates his ultimate downfall, hinting at divine intervention or a turn of events that would wrest his control away. The ultimate consequence for this king is described in subsequent verses as utter defeat, emphasizing that even with apparent territorial gains, his reign would end ignominiously.