Daniel 11:7 kjv
But out of a branch of her roots shall one stand up in his estate, which shall come with an army, and shall enter into the fortress of the king of the north, and shall deal against them, and shall prevail:
Daniel 11:7 nkjv
But from a branch of her roots one shall arise in his place, who shall come with an army, enter the fortress of the king of the North, and deal with them and prevail.
Daniel 11:7 niv
"One from her family line will arise to take her place. He will attack the forces of the king of the North and enter his fortress; he will fight against them and be victorious.
Daniel 11:7 esv
"And from a branch from her roots one shall arise in his place. He shall come against the army and enter the fortress of the king of the north, and he shall deal with them and shall prevail.
Daniel 11:7 nlt
But when one of her relatives becomes king of the south, he will raise an army and enter the fortress of the king of the north and defeat him.
Daniel 11 7 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 11:7 | But out of a shoot from her roots shall one stand up in his place, who shall come against the army, and enter into the fortress of the king of the North, and shall deal against them, and shall prevail; | Describes the counter-attack and victory of the king of the South’s descendant. |
| Daniel 8:25 | and through his policy he shall cause craft to prosper in his hand; and he shall magnify himself in his heart, and by peace shall destroy many; he shall also stand up against the Prince of princes; but he shall be broken without hand. | Echoes the deceptive tactics and eventual destruction of powerful rulers. |
| Daniel 11:3 | And a mighty king shall stand up, that shall rule with great dominion, and do according to his will. | Introduces the initial rise of a powerful king. |
| Daniel 11:15 | So the king of the North shall come and cast up a bank, and take a most fenced city; and the arms of the South shall not withstand, neither his chosen people, neither shall there be strength to withstand. | Illustrates the military strength and advances of the king of the North. |
| Daniel 11:19 | Then shall he turn his face toward the strongholds of his own land, but he shall stumble and fall, and not be found. | Foreshadows the downfall of a powerful northern king. |
| Jeremiah 49:20 | Therefore hear the counsel of the Lord, that he hath taken against Edom; and his purposes, that he hath purposed against the inhabitants of Teman: Surely the least of the flock shall draw them out: surely he shall make their habitations desolate with them. | Speaks of divine judgment and desolation upon a nation. |
| Jeremiah 51:11 | Make sharp your arrows; fill your quivers: prepare your bows: the Lord hath raised up the spirit of the kings of the Medes: for his device is against Babylon, to destroy it; because it is the vengeance of the Lord, the vengeance of his temple. | Highlights God’s sovereignty in raising up nations for judgment. |
| Isaiah 10:5-6 | O Assyrian, the rod of mine anger, and the staff in their hand is mine indignation. I will send him against an hypocritical nation, and against the people of my wrath will I give him a charge, to take the spoil, and to take the prey, and to tread them down like the mire of the streets. | Shows how God uses nations as instruments of His wrath. |
| Ezekiel 38:10 | Thus saith the Lord God; It shall come to pass that at that time things shall come into thy mind, and thou shalt think an evil thought: | Mentions future conspiracies and evil thoughts of opposing leaders. |
| Proverbs 19:21 | There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand. | Reinforces the ultimate sovereignty of God’s counsel over human plans. |
| Revelation 17:14 | These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful. | Speaks of future conflicts and ultimate victory for Christ. |
| Luke 1:52 | He hath showed strength with his arm; he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts. | Echoes God’s scattering of the proud and arrogant. |
| Psalm 33:10 | The Lord bringeth the counsel of the heathen to nought: he maketh the devices of the people of none effect. | Similar theme of God thwarting the plans of nations. |
| Daniel 7:11 | I beheld then because of the voice of the great words which the horn spake: I beheld even till the beast was slain, and his body destroyed, and given to the burning flame. | Describes the eventual judgment on boastful powers. |
| Daniel 11:44 | But tidings out of the east and out of the north shall trouble him: therefore he shall go forth with great fury to destroy, and utterly to make away many. | Points to future unrest that affects powerful kings. |
| Daniel 2:21 | And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding: | Highlights God’s direct control over earthly kingdoms. |
| Psalm 119:105 | Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. | The reliability of God’s word in understanding prophecies. |
| Daniel 4:17 | This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and by the sentence of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men. | Reinforces divine sovereignty in the transfer of power. |
| John 1:1 | In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. | Connects divine action and prophecy to the Word, Christ. |
| Revelation 19:11-16 | And I saw heaven opened, and behold a white horse; and he that sat upon it was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness he doth judge and make war. | Depicts Christ’s final victory and judgment. |
Daniel 11 verses
Daniel 11 7 Meaning
This verse describes a lament spoken by the sister of the king of the South, mourning the destruction of her king and his lineage by the king of the North. She predicts the king of the North’s future downfall, stating he will be overthrown by the king of the South’s grandson. This lament signifies a tragic turning point and the shifting fortunes of these opposing powers.
Daniel 11 7 Context
This verse is part of Daniel chapter 11, which details a lengthy prophetic account of the kings of the North (Seleucids) and the South (Ptolemies) and their conflicts. The chapter focuses on Antiochus IV Epiphanes and his reign, but also extends beyond him. Specifically, verse 7 follows a narrative of the king of the North's aggressive actions, including capturing fortified cities. It then describes the reaction and retaliatory actions of the king of the South’s line, particularly through a powerful descendant who will rise and conquer the North’s forces and capital. The historical context for this portion often relates to the struggles between the Seleucid and Ptolemaic dynasties after the division of Alexander the Great's empire. This verse represents a shift in power and a successful counter-offensive against the oppressor.
Daniel 11 7 Word analysis
- but (Hebrew: אֲבָל - 'avál): This conjunction introduces a contrast to the preceding actions.
- out of (Hebrew: מִן - min): Signifies origin or source, here indicating a descendant or offspring.
- a shoot (Hebrew: עָנָף - 'anāf): Literally means a branch or sprout, symbolizing new growth and succession from a fallen or depleted line. It points to a new leader emerging from the king of the South’s lineage.
- from (Hebrew: מִן - min): Denotes source or origin again.
- her (Hebrew: לָהּ - lah): Refers back to the sister of the king of the South mentioned in verse 6, who is acting as the representative mourner.
- roots (Hebrew: שֹׁרֶשׁ - shoresh): Symbolizes the foundation, lineage, or ancestry. Even after apparent destruction, the line continues.
- shall one stand up (Hebrew: יָקוּם אֶחָד - yāqūm 'eḥād): Future tense, indicating a future successor will arise.
- in his place (Hebrew: תַּחְתֶּנָּה - taḥtənāh): Means "in his stead" or "in her stead," referring to succeeding a relative or a preceding ruler from the same lineage.
- who (Hebrew: אֲשֶׁר - 'asher): Relative pronoun connecting the subject to the subsequent action.
- shall come against (Hebrew: יָבוֹא עַל - yābō' 'al): Indicates a hostile advance or attack.
- the army (Hebrew: הַחַיִל - haḥayil): Refers to the military forces.
- and enter (Hebrew: וְיָבוֹא - wəyābō'): Conjunction and verb, signifying gaining access or invading.
- into (Hebrew: בּ - bə): Preposition indicating entry.
- the fortress (Hebrew: בְּמִצְרֹוחַ - bəmiṣrôaḥ): A fortified place, stronghold, or citadel. In this context, it likely refers to a significant city or military stronghold of the king of the North.
- of the king of the North (Hebrew: מֶלֶךְ צָפוֹן - melek ṣāp̄ôn): The specific antagonist power in this prophecy.
- and shall deal against them (Hebrew: וְיַעֲבֹד בָּם - wəya'ăvôdh bām): The Hebrew 'avad can mean "to work," "to serve," or "to deal with." Here it implies a decisive action, likely conquest or destruction, against "them" (the northern forces).
- and shall prevail (Hebrew: וְיִשְׁלַט - wəyišlōṭ): Means "and shall rule," "have dominion," or "overcome." This denotes a decisive victory and reassertion of power.
Daniel 11 7 Bonus section
The "shoot from her roots" can be understood not just as a physical descendant, but also as a renewal of spirit and strategy for the southern kingdom. The historical interpretation often associates this figure with Ptolemy III Euergetes, who indeed launched successful military campaigns against the Seleucid king Seleucus II Callinicus in response to the murder of his sister (the sister mentioned in v. 6) and her husband, Ptolemy X. His victory over northern forces and seizure of territory is seen as fulfilling this prophetic detail. This verse underscores God’s sovereign hand in history, even in the rise and fall of kingdoms, ensuring His purposes prevail.
Daniel 11 7 Commentary
This verse is a pivotal point in the prophecy, shifting from a depiction of defeat to a vision of renewed strength and victory for the lineage of the king of the South. The "shoot from her roots" emphasizes continuity of dynasty despite devastating losses. The prediction of this descendant attacking the "fortress" of the king of the North signifies a bold counter-offensive aimed at the heart of the enemy's power. The Hebrew phrase "deal against them and shall prevail" indicates a decisive and successful military campaign, restoring the fortunes of the Southern kingdom’s proponents. It highlights God’s promise to uphold His people and bring ultimate victory even through generations. This resilience and eventual triumph over oppression is a recurring theme in biblical prophecy.