Daniel 11:37

"“The king will do according to his will. He will exalt himself and magnify himself above every god, and will speak marvelous things against the God of gods. He will prosper until the indignation is accomplished, for that which is determined will be done."

Key Reflection

Daniel 11:37 describes a future king who will assert his power and authority over both human rulers and deities. This king elevates himself above all gods, even speaking against the "God of gods," likely referring to Yahweh in the context of monotheistic Israelite belief. The text underscores that despite this arrogance, the king's reign will eventually be brought to an end by divine decree, as the plan of God is ultimately unalterable and His sovereignty will be fully realized.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Neither shall he regard the God of his fathers -The God that his fathers or ancestors had worshipped: That is, he would not be bound or restrained by the religion of his own land, or by any of the usual laws of religion. He would worship any God that he pleased, or none as he pleased. The usual restraints that bind men - the restraints derived from the religion of their ancestors - would in this case be of no avail. See the notes atDaniel 11:36. This was in all respects true of Antiochus. At his pleasure he worshipped the gods commonly adored in his country, or the gods worshipped by the Greeks and Romans, or no gods.

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