Daniel 11:28

"As for both these kings, their hearts will be to do evil, and they will speak lies at one table; but it won’t prosper, for the end will still be at the appointed time."

Key Reflection

Daniel 11:28 describes a future conflict between two kings who are united in their evil intentions and deceive each other with false words. Despite their shared goals and secret agreements, their plans will ultimately fail because the appointed time for their downfall is already determined by God. This verse illustrates the divine sovereignty over human affairs, showing that even when powerful leaders conspire, they cannot thwart God's predetermined plan. The cultural context of first-century Palestine would have underscored the contrast between human schemes and the immutable purposes of God, highlighting how earthly rulers' deceptions are ultimately futile in the face of divine providence.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Then shall he return into his land with great riches -Enriched with the spoils of Egypt. Having taken Memphis, and the fairest portions of Egypt, he would, of course, carry great wealth to his own country on his return. Thus it is said in 1 Macc. 1:19: “Thus they got the strong cities in the land of Egypt, and he took the spoils thereof.” The meaning here is, that he would “set out” to return to his own land. As a matter of fact, on his way he would pause to bring desolation on Jerusalem, as is intimated in the subsequent part of the verse. And his heart shall be against the holy covenant -The words “holy covenant” are a technical expression to denote the Jewish institutions.

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