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His power shall be mighty, but not by his own power; and he shall destroy wonderfully, and shall prosper and do [his pleasure]; and he shall destroy the mighty ones and the holy people.
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A Tyrant's Borrowed Power
The phrase "not by his own power" prompts two main interpretations. Some scholars, like Albert Barnes, see it as God's sovereign hand, granting the tyrant power to chastise a sinful Israel. Others, including Charles Ellicott and John Calvin, suggest it refers to his reliance on cunning and deceit rather than his own heroic strength. Both views emphasize that his might was not self-generated.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And his power shall be mighty - He will be a powerful monarch. Though not as mighty as Alexander, his conquests of Egypt and other …
19th Century
Anglican
Not by his own power. — Not might, but cunning, will cause his success. (Compare to 1M Malachi 1:10 and following.) Thu…
16th Century
Protestant
We have previously given a brief explanation of all these subjects. But here the angel removes all doubt, lest we still anxiously inquire the meani…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And his power shall be mighty, but not by his own power He should possess a large kingdom, and that should be increased b…
The eternal Son of God stood before the prophet in the appearance of a man, and directed the angel Gabriel to explain the vision. Daniel's fainting…
