Daniel 11:12
Daniel 11:12 in Multiple Translations
When the army is carried off, the king of the South will be proud in heart and will cast down tens of thousands, but he will not triumph.
And when he hath taken away the multitude, his heart shall be lifted up; and he shall cast down many ten thousands: but he shall not be strengthened by it.
And the multitude shall be lifted up, and his heart shall be exalted; and he shall cast down tens of thousands, but he shall not prevail.
And the army will be taken away, and his heart will be uplifted: he will be the cause of the downfall of tens of thousands, but he will not be strong.
After capturing such a large army, he will become very proud, and will kill thousands. But this triumph will not last long.
Then the multitude shall be proude, and their heart shall be lifted vp: for hee shall cast downe thousands: but he shall not still preuaile.
and he hath carried away the multitude, his heart is high, and he hath caused myriads to fall, and he doth not become strong.
The multitude will be carried off, and his heart will be exalted. He will cast down tens of thousands, but he won’t prevail.
And when he hath taken away the multitude, his heart shall be lifted up; and he shall cast down many ten thousands: but he shall not be strengthened by it .
And he shall take a multitude, and his heart shall be lifted up, and he shall cast down many thousands: but he shall not prevail.
The King of Egypt will become very proud because of his army having killed a very large number of soldiers from Syria, but his army will not continue to win battles.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 11:12
Study Notes — Daniel 11:12
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- Daniel 11:12 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 11:12
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 11:12
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 11:12
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 11:12
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
- Sermons on Daniel 11:12
Context — Kings of the South and North
12When the army is carried off, the king of the South will be proud in heart and will cast down tens of thousands, but he will not triumph.
13For the king of the North will raise another army, larger than the first, and after some years he will advance with a great army and many supplies. 14In those times many will rise up against the king of the South. Violent ones among your own people will exalt themselves in fulfillment of the vision, but they will fail.Cross References
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| 1 | Acts 12:22–23 | And they began to shout, “This is the voice of a god, not a man!” Immediately, because Herod did not give glory to God, an angel of the Lord struck him down, and he was eaten by worms and died. |
| 2 | 2 Kings 14:10 | You have indeed defeated Edom, and your heart has become proud. Glory in that and stay at home. Why should you stir up trouble so that you fall—you and Judah with you?” |
| 3 | Isaiah 10:7–12 | But this is not his intention; this is not his plan. For it is in his heart to destroy and cut off many nations. “Are not all my commanders kings?” he says. “Is not Calno like Carchemish? Is not Hamath like Arpad? Is not Samaria like Damascus? As my hand seized the idolatrous kingdoms whose images surpassed those of Jerusalem and Samaria, and as I have done to Samaria and its idols, will I not also do to Jerusalem and her idols?” So when the Lord has completed all His work against Mount Zion and Jerusalem, He will say, “I will punish the king of Assyria for the fruit of his arrogant heart and the proud look in his eyes. |
| 4 | 2 Chronicles 26:16 | But when Uzziah grew powerful, his arrogance led to his own destruction. He was unfaithful to the LORD his God, for he entered the temple of the LORD to burn incense on the altar of incense. |
| 5 | 2 Chronicles 25:19 | You have said, ‘Look, I have defeated Edom,’ and your heart has become proud and boastful. Now stay at home. Why should you stir up trouble so that you fall—you and Judah with you?” |
| 6 | 1 Peter 5:5 | Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” |
| 7 | 2 Chronicles 32:25 | But because his heart was proud, Hezekiah did not repay the favor shown to him. Therefore wrath came upon him and upon Judah and Jerusalem. |
| 8 | Daniel 5:23 | Instead, you have exalted yourself against the Lord of heaven. The vessels from His house were brought to you, and as you drank wine from them with your nobles, wives, and concubines, you praised your gods of silver and gold, bronze and iron, wood and stone, which cannot see or hear or understand. But you have failed to glorify the God who holds in His hand your very breath and all your ways. |
| 9 | Habakkuk 2:4–6 | Look at the proud one; his soul is not upright — but the righteous will live by faith — and wealth indeed betrays him. He is an arrogant man never at rest. He enlarges his appetite like Sheol, and like Death, he is never satisfied. He gathers all the nations to himself and collects all the peoples as his own. Will not all of these take up a taunt against him, speaking with mockery and derision: ‘Woe to him who amasses what is not his and makes himself rich with many loans! How long will this go on?’ |
| 10 | Daniel 8:25 | Through his craft and by his hand, he will cause deceit to prosper, and in his own mind he will make himself great. In a time of peace he will destroy many, and he will even stand against the Prince of princes. Yet he will be broken off, but not by human hands. |
Daniel 11:12 Summary
This verse, Daniel 11:12, talks about the king of the South becoming proud after winning a battle, but it also says he won't ultimately succeed. This reminds us that pride can be a problem, as seen in Proverbs 16:18, and that we should always trust in God, not in our own strength or abilities (Psalm 20:7). It's a warning to stay humble and dependent on God, even when things are going well, because He is the one who gives us true victory and success.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is meant by 'the army is carried off' in Daniel 11:12?
This phrase refers to the defeat and removal of the king of the North's army, as described in Daniel 11:10-11, where the king of the South's forces advance and carry the battle to the king of the North's fortress, resulting in the army being 'delivered into the hand of his enemy' (Daniel 11:11).
Why does the king of the South become proud in heart after his initial victory?
The king of the South becomes proud in heart because of his initial success, having 'cast down tens of thousands' (Daniel 11:12), but this pride is a warning sign, as seen in other Biblical accounts, such as Proverbs 16:18, which says 'Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.'
Will the king of the South ultimately triumph in this conflict?
According to Daniel 11:12, the king of the South 'will not triumph', indicating that despite his initial successes, he will ultimately face challenges and setbacks, as the king of the North raises another army and continues the fight (Daniel 11:13).
How does this verse relate to the larger context of Daniel 11?
This verse is part of a larger prophecy about the conflicts between the kings of the North and South, which will continue until the end times, as described in Daniel 11:1-45, and ultimately points to the return of Jesus Christ, as seen in Daniel 12:1-13, where the prophet Daniel is given a glimpse of the final victory of God's people.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I can avoid becoming proud in heart, like the king of the South, when I experience success or victories in my life?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when I face challenges or setbacks, like the king of the South will ultimately face?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be careful not to become complacent or proud, and how can I stay humble and dependent on God?
- How does this verse remind me of the importance of perseverance and trust in God, even in the face of adversity or conflict?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 11:12
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 11:12
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 11:12
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 11:12
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 11:12
Sermons on Daniel 11:12
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If My People Humble Themselves - Part 2 by Shane Idleman | This sermon delves into the destructive nature of pride, highlighting personal struggles with pride and the impact it has on relationships, families, and spiritual life. It emphasi |
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The Deception of Pride by Shane Idleman | Shane Idleman emphasizes the dangers of pride in his sermon 'The Deception of Pride,' explaining how it can lead to a lack of love, critical attitudes, and a false sense of securit |
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Objections Answered by George Cutting | George Cutting preaches about the importance of aligning our lives with God's Word, emphasizing the need for personal responsibility in correcting our ways according to Scripture. |
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Honour Your Youthful Bishop by Ignatius of Antioch | Ignatius of Antioch emphasizes the importance of showing reverence and obedience to spiritual leaders, regardless of their age, highlighting examples from the lives of Daniel, Samu |
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Seeing the Lord and Seeing Ourselves by T. Austin-Sparks | T. Austin-Sparks delves into the story of King Uzziah, highlighting his rise to power at a young age, his initial righteousness, and his downfall due to pride and self-sufficiency. |
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(1 Peter - Part 32): On God's Sheep and Their Needs by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of humility and having a charitable attitude towards others. He encourages listeners to humble themselves under the mighty ha |
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Brokenness Study #3 - the Process by Charles Stanley | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding God's targeting of our areas of brokenness. Brokenness, according to the speaker, is God's way of dealing wit |






