Daniel 11:15
Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)
وَيُقْبِلُ مَلِكُ الشِّمَالِ وَيُقِيمُ مَتَارِيسَ الْحِصَارِ، وَيَسْتَوْلِي عَلَى مَدِينَةٍ مُحَصَّنَةٍ، وَتَعْجِزُ قُوَّاتُ مَلِكِ الْجَنُوبِ وَفِرَقُهُ الْمُنْتَخَبَةُ عَنْ صَدِّهِ، لأَنَّهَا تَفْقِدُ كُلَّ قُوَّةٍ.
What Does This Mean?
This verse describes how the king from the north will attack with great force and take over strong cities, while the forces of the south cannot resist him effectively. The speaker is Daniel predicting these events based on visions he received.
Explained for Children
Imagine two teams playing a game where one team (the northern team) brings lots of big blocks to make walls around their opponent's strongest forts. No matter how hard the other team tries, they can't stop the northern team from taking over those forts.
Historical Background
The book of Daniel was written by Daniel, a high-ranking official in Babylon and Persia, during his captivity. This section is part of a prophecy about future conflicts between kings from the north and south that would affect God's people in Judea.
Living It Out Today
In modern terms, this could reflect on how sometimes larger or more powerful forces can overcome seemingly insurmountable defenses. Consider a scenario where a small business must face competition from a much larger corporation.
Topics
prophecyconflictstrategyresistancepower dynamicsdivine intervention
Related Verses
Numbers 21:34-35Joshua 6:1-5Jeremiah 49:1-8Matthew 24:6-7Revelation 9:13-19
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the significance of 'most fenced cities' in Daniel 11:15?
The term emphasizes the strong defenses of these cities, highlighting how even fortified positions can be overcome by superior force.
Who are the 'king of the north and south' mentioned in this prophecy?
These refer to historical rulers or kingdoms, often interpreted as powers that would arise after Daniel's time, affecting Judea.
How do scholars interpret the 'arms of the south' not withstanding?
Scholars see this as a prediction that southern forces would be overwhelmed by northern forces, reflecting political and military imbalances.
What can we learn about divine guidance from Daniel's prophecies?
Daniel's detailed visions suggest God’s sovereign control over historical events, encouraging believers to trust in divine plans despite challenges.