Daniel 12:10
Daniel 12:10 in Multiple Translations
Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will continue to act wickedly. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand.
Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand.
Many shall purify themselves, and make themselves white, and be refined; but the wicked shall do wickedly; and none of the wicked shall understand; but they that are wise shall understand.
Till a number are tested and make themselves clean; and the evil-doers will do evil; for not one of the evil-doers will have knowledge; but all will be made clear to those who are wise.
Many will be purified and cleansed and refined, but the wicked will go on being wicked. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand.
Many shalbe purified, made white, and tried: but the wicked shall doe wickedly, and none of the wicked shall haue vnderstanding: but the wise shall vnderstand.
Purify themselves, yea, make themselves white, yea, refined are many: and the wicked have done wickedly, and none of the wicked understand, and those acting wisely do understand;
Many will purify themselves, and make themselves white, and be refined, but the wicked will do wickedly; and none of the wicked will understand, but those who are wise will understand.
Many shall be purified, and made white, and tried; but the wicked shall do wickedly: and none of the wicked shall understand; but the wise shall understand.
Many shall be chosen, and made white, and shall be tried as fire: and the wicked shall deal wickedly, and none of the wicked shall understand, but the learned shall understand.
Many people will thoroughly purify their inner beings [DOU]. But wicked people will not understand these things. They will continue to be wicked. Only those who are wise will understand these things.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 12:10
Study Notes — Daniel 12:10
- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 12:10 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 12:10
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 12:10
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 12:10
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 12:10
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
- Sermons on Daniel 12:10
Context — The End Times
10Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will continue to act wickedly. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand.
11And from the time the daily sacrifice is abolished and the abomination of desolation set up, there will be 1,290 days. 12Blessed is he who waits and reaches the end of the 1,335 days.Cross References
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| 1 | Revelation 22:11 | Let the unrighteous continue to be unrighteous, and the vile continue to be vile; let the righteous continue to practice righteousness, and the holy continue to be holy.” |
| 2 | Daniel 11:35 | Some of the wise will fall, so that they may be refined, purified, and made spotless until the time of the end, for it will still come at the appointed time. |
| 3 | Hosea 14:9 | Whoever is wise, let him understand these things; whoever is discerning, let him know them. For the ways of the LORD are right, and the righteous walk in them but the rebellious stumble in them. |
| 4 | John 8:47 | Whoever belongs to God hears the words of God. The reason you do not hear is that you do not belong to God.” |
| 5 | 2 Thessalonians 2:10–12 | and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. For this reason God will send them a powerful delusion so that they believe the lie, in order that judgment may come upon all who have disbelieved the truth and delighted in wickedness. |
| 6 | Revelation 9:20–21 | Now the rest of mankind who were not killed by these plagues still did not repent of the works of their hands. They did not stop worshiping demons and idols of gold, silver, bronze, stone, and wood, which cannot see or hear or walk. Furthermore, they did not repent of their murder, sorcery, sexual immorality, and theft. |
| 7 | Proverbs 2:1–5 | My son, if you accept my words and hide my commandments within you, if you incline your ear to wisdom and direct your heart to understanding, if you truly call out to insight and lift your voice to understanding, if you seek it like silver and search it out like hidden treasure, then you will discern the fear of the LORD and discover the knowledge of God. |
| 8 | 1 John 5:20 | And we know that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know Him who is true; and we are in Him who is true—in His Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life. |
| 9 | Isaiah 32:6–7 | For a fool speaks foolishness; his mind plots iniquity. He practices ungodliness and speaks falsely about the LORD; he leaves the hungry empty and deprives the thirsty of drink. The weapons of the scoundrel are destructive; he hatches plots to destroy the poor with lies, even when the plea of the needy is just. |
| 10 | Luke 24:25 | Then Jesus said to them, “O foolish ones, how slow are your hearts to believe all that the prophets have spoken! |
Daniel 12:10 Summary
Daniel 12:10 tells us that many people will be purified and made holy, but the wicked will keep on sinning. This means that those who love God will be set apart and made special, while those who reject Him will continue to live in darkness. As believers, we can be among the wise who understand by reading and applying God's Word to our lives (like in 2 Timothy 2:15), and by seeking a deep relationship with Him through prayer and obedience (as seen in John 15:7-11). By doing so, we can look forward to a future where we will be with God forever, and where He will wipe away all our tears (as promised in Revelation 21:4).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be purified, made spotless, and refined as mentioned in Daniel 12:10?
This refers to the process of spiritual purification and sanctification, where believers are made holy and set apart for God's purposes, as seen in 1 Peter 1:7 and 1 John 3:3.
Why will the wicked continue to act wickedly according to Daniel 12:10?
The wicked will continue in their sinful ways because they have rejected God and His truth, as stated in Romans 1:18-32, and will ultimately face judgment, as warned in Revelation 20:12-15.
What is the difference between the wise and the wicked in Daniel 12:10?
The wise are those who have a deep understanding of God's Word and His ways, as seen in Proverbs 1:7, whereas the wicked are those who reject God's truth and follow their own selfish desires, as stated in Psalm 14:1-3.
How can we be among the wise who understand as mentioned in Daniel 12:10?
We can be among the wise by studying and applying God's Word to our lives, as encouraged in 2 Timothy 2:15 and Psalm 119:97-104, and by seeking a deep, personal relationship with God through prayer and obedience, as seen in John 15:7-11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need to be purified, made spotless, and refined, and how can I surrender those areas to God?
- How can I demonstrate wisdom and understanding in my daily life, and what are some ways I can share God's truth with others?
- What are some ways I can guard my heart and mind against the influences of the wicked, and how can I stay focused on God's truth in a world that often rejects it?
- How can I be a source of encouragement and support to fellow believers who are going through difficult times, and how can we together look forward to the hope of our future glory in Christ?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 12:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 12:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 12:10
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 12:10
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 12:10
Sermons on Daniel 12:10
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All That Matters by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, Ralph begins by describing a situation where they were unable to make blocks due to the water covering the sand. He then mentions seeing two donkeys on an island, e |
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Joyous Laughter by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher shares stories of individuals whose lives were transformed by encountering God through Jesus. One example is Mr. Dube, an alcoholic who was unable to b |
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Many Shall Be Purified, and Made White, and Tried by A.B. Simpson | A.B. Simpson emphasizes the dual promise of purification and glorification in preparation for the Lord's coming. He explains that purification involves the removal of sin, while be |
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Difficult Times in Last Days by Erlo Stegen | Erlo Stegen emphasizes the challenges faced in the last days as described in 2 Timothy 3:1-5, warning that perilous times will come marked by self-love, greed, and a lack of moral |
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Luke 12:54 to End. Christ Reproves the People for Not Discerning the Signs of the Time. by Favell Lee Mortimer | Favell Lee Mortimer preaches about the importance of discerning the signs of the times and being prepared for the future, drawing parallels from historical events like the delivera |
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The Country and the Church by Vance Havner | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the need for both the Constitution and the Bible to come alive in our lives. He compares the external appearance of freedom in government to |
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How Far Will God Go by Dennis Kinlaw | In this sermon, the speaker discusses how Jesus came in a way that was unexpected and different from what people were anticipating. He gives four examples from the Gospel of John a |





