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After the league made with him he shall work deceitfully; for he shall come up, and shall become strong, with a small people.
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A Prophecy of Deceit
Commentators agree this verse describes the cunning tactics of the historical figure Antiochus Epiphanes. The "league" was a peace treaty he made with Egypt, but he had no intention of honoring it. He used the agreement as a cover for his deceitful plans, highlighting the remarkable accuracy of Daniel's prophecy.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And after the league made with him - This refers to a treaty of peace and concord. The great subject of contention between the kings of Syri…
19th Century
Anglican
He shall work. —Apparently this verse explains more fully the means by which the king succeeds in maintaining his influen…
16th Century
Protestant
The angel points out some interruption of the wars, because Antiochus would be content for a time with Syria and would not make an attempt on Egypt…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And after the league made with him The prince of the covenant; either Demetrius his nephew, or Ptolemy Philometor ki…
The angel shows Daniel the succession of the Persian and Grecian empires. The kings of Egypt and Syria are mentioned; Judea was between their domin…
