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Daniel 11:31 · KJV

"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."

King James Version

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Passage Context

29At the time appointed he shall return, and come toward the south; but it shall not be as the former, or as the latter.
30For the ships of Chittim shall come against him: therefore he shall be grieved, and return, and have indignation against the holy covenant: so shall he do; he shall even return, and have intelligence with them that forsake the holy covenant.
31And 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.
32And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong, and do exploits.
33And they that understand among the people shall instruct many: yet they shall fall by the sword, and by flame, by captivity, and by spoil, many days.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to spiritual oppression in your life?

2

What does the idea of a 'sanctuary of strength' mean for you?

3

When have you felt your faith challenged in difficult times?

Life Application

faith

Seek to strengthen your faith through prayer and community, especially during challenging times.

worship

Consider how you can honor God in your daily life, even when faced with opposition.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

This verse foreshadows the desecration of the temple, which is fulfilled in Jesus' time when He refers to the 'abomination of desolation.'

See also: Matthew 24:15

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