Daniel 11:8 kjv
And shall also carry captives into Egypt their gods, with their princes, and with their precious vessels of silver and of gold; and he shall continue more years than the king of the north.
Daniel 11:8 nkjv
And he shall also carry their gods captive to Egypt, with their princes and their precious articles of silver and gold; and he shall continue more years than the king of the North.
Daniel 11:8 niv
He will also seize their gods, their metal images and their valuable articles of silver and gold and carry them off to Egypt. For some years he will leave the king of the North alone.
Daniel 11:8 esv
He shall also carry off to Egypt their gods with their metal images and their precious vessels of silver and gold, and for some years he shall refrain from attacking the king of the north.
Daniel 11:8 nlt
When he returns to Egypt, he will carry back their idols with him, along with priceless articles of gold and silver. For some years afterward he will leave the king of the north alone.
Daniel 11 8 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Dan 11:8 | He shall also carry captive into Egypt their gods with their princes, and with their precious vessels of silver and of gold; and he shall continue more years than the king of the north. | Explains Antiochus' plunder and Egypt's weakness. |
| Isa 19:1 | The burden of Egypt. Behold, the LORD will ride upon a swift cloud, and will come into Egypt: and the idols of Egypt shall be moved at his presence, and the heart of Egypt shall melt in the midst of it. | Prophecy about judgment on Egypt's idols. |
| Jer 46:13-14 | The word that the LORD spoke to Jeremiah the prophet, how Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon would strike the land of Egypt: “Declare in Egypt, and proclaim in Migdol; proclaim in Memphis and in Tahpanhes; say, ‘Stand ready and prepare yourself, for the sword shall devour round about you. | Prophecy of Babylonian invasion of Egypt. |
| Jer 46:25-26 | The LORD of hosts, the God of Israel, says: “Behold, I will punish Amon of No, and Pharaoh and Egypt and their gods and their kings, even Pharaoh and all who trust in him, and I will deliver them into the hand of those who seek their life, into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon and his army. Afterward it shall be inhabited as in the days of old, declares the LORD. | God's judgment on Egypt and its gods. |
| Ezek 29:18-19 | Son of man, Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon caused his army to serve a great service against Tyre. Every head was rubbed bare, and every shoulder was stripped; yet he and his army had no wages from Tyre for the service that he rendered there against it. Therefore thus says the Lord GOD: Behold, I will give the land of Egypt to Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and he shall carry off its wealth and plunder it and seize its spoil, and it shall be wages for his army. | Prophecy of Nebuchadnezzar's exploitation of Egypt. |
| Ezek 30:13-14 | Thus says the Lord GOD: I will destroy the idols and put an end to the images in Memphis. There shall be no more prince from the land of Egypt; and I will put fear in the land of Egypt. | Further prophecy of judgment on Egypt. |
| Ezek 30:15-16 | Atrocious and bloody for the east of Egypt will I pour out my fury on Sin, the strong fortress of Egypt; and I will cut off the multitude of No. I will set fire to Egypt; Zoan shall be in anguish. Memphis shall suffer. | Destruction and anguish upon Egypt. |
| Ezek 32:11-12 | For thus says the Lord GOD: “I will bring the sword of the best of the nations against you, and they shall unsheathe their swords against the very beauty of Egypt, and so the sword shall fall upon them. I will also destroy the masses, and all their bustling might shall be silenced. They shall fall by the sword of the mighty invaders, the worst of the nations. And I will defile their palaces. | Depicts invasion by mighty nations against Egypt. |
| Zeph 2:15 | This is the city that was full of uproar, that was insolent, that was secure, and thought to itself, “I am the only one, and there is no other besides me.” How it has become a desolation, a lair for wild beasts! Everyone who passes by her shall hiss and shake his hand. | Divine judgment on a proud nation. |
| Dan 8:9-11 | Out of one of them came a small horn, which grew exceedingly great toward the south, toward the east, and toward the beautiful land. It grew as high as the host of heaven, and caused some of the host and some of the stars to fall to the ground, and trampled them underfoot. It even vaunted itself against the Prince of the host. It took away the regular burnt offering from him and overthrew his sanctuary. And a host will be given over to it along with the regular burnt offering by reason of transgression, and it will fling truth to the ground, and it will act and prosper. | Describes the actions of a horn (Antiochus) against the heavenly host. |
| Dan 8:24-25 | His power shall be mighty, but not by his own power. And he shall cause fearful destruction, and shall succeed and prosper. He shall destroy the mighty and the people of the saints. By his insight he shall make deceit prosper under his hand, and in his own heart he shall become great. He shall rise against the Prince of princes. But he shall be broken by no human hand. | Further details on the power and deceit of the horn. |
| Dan 11:14-16 | In those times many shall rise against the king of the south. The robbers of your people also shall lift themselves up to accomplish a vision, but they shall stumble and fall. Then the king of the north shall come and cast up siegeworks and capture a fortified city. And the southern forces shall not stand, not even their best troops, for there shall be no strength to stand. He who comes against him shall do as he wills, and none shall stand before him. He shall take his stand in the beautiful land, and destruction shall be in his power. | Continuation of the conflict with Egypt. |
| 1 Pet 4:12-13 | Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that is to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice insofar as you share Christ's sufferings, that you may also rejoice with exceeding gladness. | Exhortation to endure trials. |
| Luke 21:24 | They will fall by the edge of the sword and be captured by all nations, and Jerusalem will be trodden down by the Gentiles, until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled. | Jesus' prophecy of Jerusalem being trodden down. |
| Acts 4:27 | Truly in this city there were gathered together against your holy servant Jesus, whom you anointed, both Herod and Pontius Pilate, along with the Gentiles and the peoples of Israel, | Gentile and Jewish opposition against Jesus. |
| John 16:33 | I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world. | Jesus' assurance of overcoming tribulation. |
| Rev 13:7 | Also it was allowed to make war on the saints and to conquer them. And authority was given it over every tribe and people and language and nation. | The beast given authority over the saints. |
| Rev 17:12 | And the ten horns that you saw are ten kings who have not yet received royal power, but they are to receive authority as kings for one hour, together with the beast. | Ten horns receiving authority with the beast. |
| Rev 18:13 | Also myrrh, cinnamon, incense, or ointments, and frankincense, or wine or oil, or fine flour, or wheat, or cattle and horses, and chariots, and bodies—and souls of men. | Listing of the merchandise of a fallen city, including "souls of men." |
Daniel 11 verses
Daniel 11 8 Meaning
This verse describes the successful invasion of Egypt by Antiochus IV Epiphanes. He brings a vast wealth of treasure, consisting of silver, gold, and costly furnishings, from Ptolemaic Egypt. This plundering reflects his military victory and the economic exploitation of the conquered territory.
Daniel 11 8 Context
This verse is part of Daniel's prophecy detailing the ongoing conflict between the "king of the north" (referring to the Seleucid dynasty) and the "king of the south" (referring to the Ptolemaic dynasty of Egypt). Chapter 11 broadly describes their wars, political machinations, and personal interactions from the time of the divided Seleucid empire after Alexander the Great until a future leader who will oppress God's people. This specific verse, Daniel 11:8, depicts a military campaign by the king of the north (Antiochus IV Epiphanes) against Egypt. This campaign resulted in a significant plundering of Egyptian wealth, including their religious artifacts and royal treasures. Historically, Antiochus IV did invade Egypt multiple times, gaining significant victories and appropriating wealth, which is consistent with this prophetic description. The mention of "their gods" carried captive refers to the idols and religious objects of Egypt being taken as spoils of war, signifying the subjugation of their culture and religion.
Daniel 11 8 Word Analysis
he (וְהוּא - wehu'): Pronoun referring to the king of the north.
shall also (וְגַם - wegam): Conjunction indicating an additional action.
carry captive (וְהוֹלִיךְ־שֶׁבִי - weholiykh shevi): Literally "and cause to go captive." Emphasizes the forceful removal and enslavement or subjugation of people and their possessions.
into Egypt (מִצְרַיִםָה — mi'tsrayimah): Denotes the destination of the captive taking.
their gods (אֱלֹהֵיהֶם — 'elohihem): Refers to the idols and deities worshipped by the Egyptians. This signifies the desecration and humiliation of their religious system.
with their princes (עִם־שָׂרֵיהֶם — 'im'sarayhem): Includes the rulers and leaders of Egypt among the captives, demonstrating the completeness of their defeat.
and with their precious vessels of silver and of gold (וְאֶת־כְּלֵי־כֶסֶף־זָהָב וָיָקָר — we'et'kley'khesef'zahav'vayakar): Denotes valuable religious and royal paraphernalia, including silver and gold items. This highlights the extensive plundering of their wealth and sacred objects. "Vessels" (כְּלִי - kley) can refer to vessels, armor, or even tools, emphasizing tangible possessions. "Precious" (יָקָר - yakar) signifies their value.
and he shall continue more years than the king of the north (וְהוּא־שָׁנָה יָתֶר לְמֶלֶךְ־צָפוֹנָה — wehu'shanah yeter lemelekh'tsafona): This clause seems misplaced in English translations, possibly a scribal error or a poorly rendered idiom. The intended meaning is that the king of Egypt (the king of the south) will continue for more years than some aspect related to the king of the north's current operation or the king of the north himself. However, contextually within Daniel 11, it's generally understood that Antiochus (king of the north) will prevail over Egypt in this instance. Some interpretations suggest this refers to the Egyptian royal line enduring longer than the reign of the current northern king in this specific conflict, or perhaps comparing the lifespan of Egyptian leadership against the aggressor's specific military tenure in the region. The Masoretic text has "and he shall be more years than the king of the north" which doesn't logically fit Antiochus's typical success in his Egyptian campaigns described here. Most scholars find this last part of the verse problematic and interpret it differently, or suggest a textual corruption. Given the historical context, it is unlikely that the king of the north continued more years than himself. It likely refers to his dominance over the king of the south. A more plausible rendering considering variants might be "and he (the king of the north) will prevail against the king of the south for years." However, sticking to the provided Hebrew, "he shall be more years than the king of the north" is syntactically confusing. A potential interpretation could be "he [the king of the south] will continue in his realm for years after this northern campaign, but ultimately be weaker." Another reading focuses on Antiochus being able to extend his own reign through this conquest for many years. Considering the broader prophecy, it's often linked to the ultimate victory of the northern line over the southern until a future point. However, the phrasing remains difficult and debated.
Words-group by words-group analysis:
- "carry captive into Egypt their gods with their princes, and with their precious vessels of silver and of gold": This phrase vividly illustrates the totality of conquest. It's not just military subjugation but a profound humiliation, striking at the heart of a nation's identity, religious beliefs (their "gods"), leadership ("princes"), and material wealth ("precious vessels of silver and of gold"). This speaks to the arrogance and destructive power of the invading king.
Daniel 11 8 Bonus Section
The act of carrying captive the "gods" (idols) of a nation was a common practice in ancient warfare. It was intended to demonstrate the impotence of the defeated nation's deities and the superior power of the conquering deity and ruler. This served as a psychological weapon and a clear statement of political and religious supremacy. The inclusion of "souls of men" in some apocalyptic prophecies (e.g., Revelation 18:13) in lists of captured goods can be interpreted not just as physical enslavement but also as the appropriation of a nation's very essence or destiny. The ambiguity of the last phrase in Daniel 11:8 highlights the challenges of precisely translating and interpreting prophetic texts across millennia, yet the core message of conquest and plundering remains clear within its historical context.
Daniel 11 8 Commentary
Antiochus IV Epiphanes, the king of the north, achieved a significant victory against Egypt, demonstrating his military prowess and ruthless ambition. He not only captured Egyptian leaders but also plundered their sacred treasures and idols, symbolizing a demeaning subjugation of Egyptian culture and religious authority. The verse captures the essence of a victorious general taking spoils, asserting dominance over a conquered people. The latter part of the verse concerning the duration of years is linguistically ambiguous and subject to interpretation, but it generally suggests the impact and persistence of the northern kingdom's influence or the ultimate futility of the southern kingdom's resistance in this period. This event is historically consistent with Antiochus IV's interventions in Egypt, reflecting the broader political struggle between the Seleucids and the Ptolemies in the Hellenistic period.