Daniel 8:11 kjv
Yea, he magnified himself even to the prince of the host, and by him the daily sacrifice was taken away, and the place of the sanctuary was cast down.
Daniel 8:11 nkjv
He even exalted himself as high as the Prince of the host; and by him the daily sacrifices were taken away, and the place of His sanctuary was cast down.
Daniel 8:11 niv
It set itself up to be as great as the commander of the army of the LORD; it took away the daily sacrifice from the LORD, and his sanctuary was thrown down.
Daniel 8:11 esv
It became great, even as great as the Prince of the host. And the regular burnt offering was taken away from him, and the place of his sanctuary was overthrown.
Daniel 8:11 nlt
It even challenged the Commander of heaven's army by canceling the daily sacrifices offered to him and by destroying his Temple.
Daniel 8 11 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 8:11 | Yea, he magnified himself even to the prince of the host; and by him the daily sacrifices were taken away, and the place of his sanctuary was cast down. | Core Parallel: Directly describes the actions of the "little horn." |
| Revelation 13:5-7 | And there was given unto him a mouth speaking great things and blasphemies; and power was given unto him to continue forty and two months. And he opened his mouth in blasphemy against God, to blaspheme his name, and his tabernacle, and them that dwell in heaven. And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them: and power was given him over every kindred, and tongue, and nation. | New Testament Parallel: Describes the blasphemous speech and authority of the beast, mirroring the actions described in Daniel. |
| 2 Thessalonians 2:4 | Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is worshipped; so that he as God sitteth in the temple of God, shewing himself that he is God. | New Testament Parallel: Echoes the self-exaltation and claim to divine authority. |
| Isaiah 14:13-14 | For thou hast said in thine heart, I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God: I will sit also upon the mount of the congregation, in the sides of the north: I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will be like the most High. | Old Testament Echo: Foretells Lucifer's pride and desire to usurp God's position, a theme reflected in the verse. |
| Matthew 24:15 | When ye therefore shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place, (whoso readeth, let him understand:) | Fulfillment Reference: Jesus quotes Daniel, referring to a future desolation of the temple. |
| Psalm 74:33 | Neither did the wolves ever pasture upon the pasture. And he will consume the flesh of their brethren; and their flesh with flesh and blood. (This verse has translation variations and context dependence). | Conceptual Parallel: Refers to desecration and trampling of holy places. |
| Ezekiel 28:13-15 | Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy covering... Thou wast perfect in thy ways from the day that thou wast created, till iniquity was found in thee... Thine heart was lifted up because of thy beauty, thou hast corrupted thy wisdom by reason of thy brightness: I will cast thee to the ground... | Theological Parallel: Describes the original pride and fall of Lucifer, linking it to self-exaltation. |
| 1 Samuel 17:43-47 | And David said to the Philistine, Thou comest to me with a sword, and with a spear, and with a shield; but I come to thee in the name of the LORD of hosts, the God of the armies of Israel, whom thou hast defied. This day will the LORD deliver thee into mine hand; and I will smite thee, and take thine head from off thee... | Contrast: David's trust in God against Goliath's boasting highlights the difference between reliance on God and arrogant self-exaltation. |
| Daniel 11:31 | And arms shall stand on his part, and they shall pollute the sanctuary of strength, and shall take away the daily sacrifice, and they shall place the abomination that maketh desolate. | Chapter Context: Provides further details about the actions of the enemy king. |
| Daniel 11:36-39 | And the king shall do according to his will; and he shall exalt himself, and shall magnify himself above every god, and shall speak marvellous things against the God of gods, and shall prosper till the indignation be accomplished: for that that is determined shall be done. Neither shall he regard the God of his fathers, nor the desire of women, nor regard any god: for he shall magnify himself above all. But in his estate shall he honour the god of forces: and a god whom his fathers knew not shall he honour: and he shall divide the land for gain. | Chapter Context: Further describes the ultimate self-exaltation and rejection of true God by this kingly figure. |
| Jeremiah 23:6 | In his days Judah shall be saved, and Israel shall dwell safely: and this is his name whereby he shall be called, THE LORD OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS. | Contrast: Emphasizes God's ultimate righteousness and role as King, contrasting with the verse's depiction of blasphemous self-exaltation. |
| Acts 12:22-23 | And the people shouted, It is the voice of a god, and not of a man. And immediately a great many did smite him with the sword because he gave not God the glory: and he was eaten of worms, and gave up the ghost. | Historical Example: Shows the severe divine judgment against those who accept divine honor, mirroring the sin in Daniel 8:11. |
| Romans 1:25 | Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. | Theological Theme: Addresses the human tendency to exalt creation or self above God. |
| Philippians 2:9-11 | Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name: That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth; And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. | Christological Parallel: Presents the ultimate exaltation of Christ as a counterpoint to the blasphemous self-exaltation in Daniel. |
| 2 Peter 2:10-11 | But chiefly them that walk after the flesh in the lust of uncleanness, and despise government. Presumptuous are they, selfwilled, they are not afraid to speak evil of dignities. | Descriptive Parallel: Describes the arrogant and defiant spirit of those who oppose divine authority. |
| Jude 1:8 | Likewise also these filthy dreamers defile the flesh, and despise dominion, and speak evil of dignities. | Descriptive Parallel: Further describes individuals who exhibit defiance and contempt for spiritual authority. |
| Revelation 11:11 | And after three days and an half the Spirit of life from God entered into them, and they stood upon their feet; and great fear fell upon them which saw them. | Symbolic Context: Relates to divine vindication, a contrast to the power that overthrows God's sanctuary. |
| 1 John 2:16 | For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. | Theological Principle: Identifies pride of life as contrary to God, linking to the character described in the verse. |
| 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. His eyes were as a flame of fire, and on his head were many crowns; and he had a name written, that no man knew, but he himself. And he was clothed with vesture dipped in blood: and his name is called The Word of God. And the armies which were in heaven followed him upon white horses, clothed in fine linen, white and clean and white. And out of his mouth goeth a sharp sword, that with it he should smite the nations: and he shall rule them with a rod of iron: and he treadeth the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God. And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS. | Ultimate Victory: Describes Christ's triumphant return as the ultimate King, undoing all opposition. |
Daniel 8 verses
Daniel 8 11 Meaning
This verse describes a blasphemous act of desecration performed by a king against heavenly objects and even God Himself. It signifies a profound rebellion and exaltation of self above divine authority.
Daniel 8 11 Context
Daniel chapter 8 describes a prophetic vision given to Daniel by God, mediated by the angel Gabriel. The vision pertains to a ram and a male goat, symbolizing empires and kings. The male goat's mighty horn breaking into four smaller horns signifies the fragmentation of Alexander the Great's empire after his death, with his generals ruling the divided kingdom. One of these "horns," a seemingly insignificant one, grows exceedingly great and aggressively targets the heavenly host and their worship.
This specific verse (8:11) focuses on the actions of this powerful "little horn." Historically, many scholars interpret this horn as representing Antiochus IV Epiphanes, a Hellenistic king who aggressively persecuted the Jews in the 2nd century BC, defiling their Temple. However, a broader interpretation, also supported by New Testament passages like 2 Thessalonians 2:4, sees it as a type or precursor of the Antichrist, a future figure who will oppose God and His people in the end times. The "daily" sacrifice being removed and the sanctuary cast down points to a systemic abolition of God's prescribed worship and a desecration of His holy place.
Daniel 8 11 Word Analysis
וְיַגְדִּל (wə·yaḡ·dîl) - "And he magnified himself" or "And he became great."
- The root verb is גדל (gā·ḏal), meaning to grow, become great, act greatly, or boast.
- It denotes an extreme elevation of oneself, implying arrogance, pride, and self-exaltation to a colossal degree.
- This contrasts with true greatness, which comes from God (Psalm 18:35).
עַד (ʿaḏ) - "even to" or "unto."
- Indicates the extent or limit of the magnification.
שַׂר (śar) - "prince" or "captain."
- The term שַׂר is multifaceted, often referring to a chief, commander, or leader.
- Here, it’s combined with צָבָא (tsā·ḇā) - "host" or "army."
צָבָא (tsā·ḇā) - "host" or "army."
- In this context, "prince of the host" likely refers to the Prince of the host of heaven, which is generally understood to be the Angelic Host, and by extension, referring to God Himself, the ultimate Commander. The NIV translates this as "the Commander of the heavenly army."
- The use of this phrase elevates the audacity of the king's actions from desecrating earthly things to opposing celestial realities and divine authority.
וּמִנֵּהוּ (ū·min·nē·hû) - "and by him" or "and from him."
- Indicates that the following actions are initiated or accomplished through the agency of this entity.
הַסֵּר (haṣ·sêr) - "was taken away" or "removed."
- The root verb is סור (sûr), meaning to turn aside, depart, remove, or abolish.
- This signifies the abolition or discontinuation of something essential and divinely ordained.
תָּמִיד (tā·mîḏ) - "the daily" or "continual."
- Refers to the regular, daily burnt offering and sacrifices offered in the Jerusalem Temple according to Mosaic Law (Numbers 28:3-8).
- This was a central aspect of Israel's worship and a means of atonement. Its removal represents a fundamental disruption of Israel’s covenantal relationship with God and His prescribed worship.
וְהִשְׁלָךְ (wə·hiš·lāḵ) - "and it was cast down" or "cast down."
- The root verb is שׁלך (šā·laḵ), meaning to throw, cast, or cast down.
- Implies a violent removal, a casting out, and a subjugation.
מְקוֹם (mə·qōm) - "the place."
- Refers to a specific location.
מִקְדָּשׁוֹ (miq·dā·šōw) - "of his sanctuary."
- מִקְדָּשׁ (miq·dāš) means sanctuary, holy place, or temple.
- The suffix "-o" refers back to "the host" or God. So, "his sanctuary" refers to the sanctuary belonging to the Prince of the host, i.e., the Temple on earth established for God's dwelling and worship.
- This highlights the desecration and overthrow of God's designated place of worship.
Words Group Analysis:
- "magnified himself even to the prince of the host": This phrase encapsulates extreme arrogance, setting oneself up in opposition to the highest celestial authority, a direct challenge to God's dominion.
- "by him the daily sacrifices were taken away, and the place of his sanctuary was cast down": This group of actions signifies a comprehensive assault on God’s worship and His chosen place of dwelling, aiming to abolish divine service and defile the sacred. It is a complete subversion of religious order.
Daniel 8 11 Bonus Section
The actions described in Daniel 8:11 resonate with the concept of "the abomination of desolation" mentioned by Jesus in Matthew 24:15. While Antiochus IV Epiphanes is a historical fulfillment, the ultimate fulfillment points to a future figure who will carry out even greater opposition to God and His people. The act of removing the "daily" sacrifice is significant because it represented perpetual atonement; its removal signifies a complete cutting off of God's mercy and acceptance of people through His prescribed means. The casting down of the sanctuary is an attempt to obliterate the visible manifestation of God's presence among His people and to thwart the established path to Him. The underlying motive is consistently revealed in such prophetic visions as immense pride and a desire to usurp divine prerogatives.
Daniel 8 11 Commentary
This verse describes a potent manifestation of blasphemy and rebellion. The entity represented by the "little horn" elevates itself to a position of supreme power, audacious enough to directly oppose the very authority of heaven's Prince, likely representing God. This self-exaltation leads to concrete actions of desecration: the halting of the divinely ordained daily sacrifices, the heart of Israel's worship and atonement, and the overthrow and defilement of the sanctuary, God's dwelling place on earth. This dual action—exalting self and demeaning God’s worship—is the hallmark of extreme arrogance and a direct affront to divine sovereignty. It speaks to a desire not merely to rule, but to usurp God’s place and nullify His presence and appointed means of relationship with humanity. Such an entity is not just a political conqueror but a spiritual adversary seeking to obliterate the divine order.