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Daniel 9:25 · KJV

"Know therefore and understand, that from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem unto the Messiah the Prince shall be seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks: the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublous times."

King James Version

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Passage Context

23At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to shew thee; for thou art greatly beloved: therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision.
24Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for iniquity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness, and to seal up the vision and prophecy, and to anoint the most Holy.
25Know therefore and understand, that from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem unto the Messiah the Prince shall be seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks: the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublous times.
26And after threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be cut off, but not for himself: and the people of the prince that shall come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary; and the end thereof shall be with a flood, and unto the end of the war desolations are determined.
27And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week: and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease, and for the overspreading of abominations he shall make it desolate, even until the consummation, and that determined shall be poured upon the desolate.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you interpret God's timing in your life?

2

What does the promise of a 'Messiah' mean to you?

3

When have you experienced challenges that tested your faith?

Life Application

faith

Trust in God's timing, especially when it seems delayed or uncertain.

perseverance

Remain steadfast in your faith during difficult circumstances, knowing God has a plan.

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Israel today)

Jerusalem is a historically significant city for the Jewish people, known as the site of the ancient temple and the heart of Jewish worship. It symbolizes hope and restoration for the exiled community.

Connection to Jesus

messianic prophecy

The mention of the Messiah being 'cut off' foreshadows Jesus' crucifixion, which was not for His own sins but for humanity's.

See also: Luke 23:33

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