Daniel 11:31
Aymara Bible 1986 (Aymar Bibliia 1986)
“Soldadonacapasti templorusa, suma perkanacaparusa, ñankhachapjjaraquiniwa, sapa uru sacrificio loktasiñäqui ucsti suyt'ayjjaraquiniwa, uca chekarusti mä ajjtascaña luräwinaca lurapjjani, uqhamat Diosan yänacapa taquisisa.
What Does This Mean?
This verse predicts that an enemy will desecrate a holy place by stopping daily sacrifices and placing something unholy there, causing great distress. It's part of Daniel's vision about future events.
Explained for Children
Imagine if someone came into your favorite playground and ruined all the fun things you love to do. That’s kind of what this verse is saying will happen at a very special place where people go to pray.
Historical Background
Daniel, a wise man living in Babylon around 530 B.C., wrote these prophetic words for future generations. He was explaining visions given by God about the coming conflicts and challenges for his people.
Living It Out Today
Today, we might see this as a reminder to stay strong in our beliefs when others try to disrupt or desecrate what’s important to us. For example, maintaining traditions at home despite outside pressures.
Topics
prophesysanctuarysacrificedesolationfaithfulnessadversity
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is 'he' referring to in this verse?
'He' refers to a future ruler who will lead forces against the holy place, as predicted by Daniel's vision.
What does 'abomination that maketh desolate' mean?
This phrase describes something extremely unholy placed in a sacred space, causing it to be abandoned or destroyed spiritually.
Why is the daily sacrifice important?
The daily sacrifice was central to Jewish worship and symbolized their commitment to God. Its removal represented a break from divine service.
How do scholars interpret this prophecy today?
Scholars often link this prophecy to historical events like Antiochus Epiphanes' rule, while others see it as pointing towards future events of desecration and adversity.