He shall stretch forth his hand also upon the countries: and the land of Egypt shall not escape.
He's going to reach out and take control of other countries too, and Egypt won't be able to get away from his grip.
When power goes unchecked, even the strongest nations can't escape its reach.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Daniel, chapter 11, the prophet receives a detailed vision about the succession of kings and empires that would arise after his time, particularly focusing on the conflicts between the Seleucid and Ptolemaic dynasties in the ancient Near East. This verse specifically refers to a powerful ruler, likely Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who historically invaded and conquered various regions, including Egypt, as part of his aggressive campaigns in the second century B.C. These prophecies highlight God's foreknowledge of human events and the interplay of earthly powers under His sovereign control.
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