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A Prophecy Fulfilled
Scholars overwhelmingly identify this verse as a prophecy fulfilled during the persecution of the Jews by Antiochus Epiphanes (c. 167 BC). The 'wise' who instructed others were faithful Jews who resisted pagan pressures. Their predicted suffering—by sword, flame, and captivity—is historically documented in sources like the books of Maccabees, confirming the accuracy of Daniel's prophecy.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 11:33
18th Century
Theologian
And they that understand among the people - Among the Hebrew people. The allusion is to those who, in those times of such general corruption…
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 11:33
19th Century
Bishop
Those who understand.— This is the name by which those are called who were spoken of in the last verse as “knowing their God.” ([R…
John Calvin
On Daniel 11:33–34
16th Century
Theologian
With reference to the words, they mean, those who shall be taught among the people shall make many understand. Some take the first word of…
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John Gill
On Daniel 11:33
17th Century
Pastor
And they that understand among the people shall instruct many, etc.] Such as had a better understanding of divine things …
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 11:31–45
17th Century
Minister
The remainder of this prophecy is very difficult, and commentators widely differ regarding it. From Antiochus, the account seems to pass to antichr…