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Daniel 12:5 · KJV

"Then I Daniel looked, and, behold, there stood other two, the one on this side of the bank of the river, and the other on that side of the bank of the river."

King James Version

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Passage Context

3And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.
4But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.
5Then I Daniel looked, and, behold, there stood other two, the one on this side of the bank of the river, and the other on that side of the bank of the river.
6And one said to the man clothed in linen, which was upon the waters of the river, How long shall it be to the end of these wonders?
7And I heard the man clothed in linen, which was upon the waters of the river, when he held up his right hand and his left hand unto heaven, and sware by him that liveth for ever that it shall be for a time, times, and an half; and when he shall have accomplished to scatter the power of the holy people, all these things shall be finished.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you perceive divine guidance in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to seek clarity in uncertain times?

3

When have you felt the presence of God directing your path?

Life Application

faith

Be open to divine guidance and seek it through prayer.

decision-making

Consult trusted sources when facing important decisions.

Places in This Verse

the bank of the river(null today)

The riverbank serves as a setting for divine revelation in Daniel's vision.

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