But only for a time

Daniel 11:21-35

He will be succeeded by a contemptible person who has not been given the honor of royalty. He will invade the kingdom when its people feel secure, and he will seize it through intrigue...He will plot the overthrow of fortresses—but only for a time.

The two kings, with their hearts bent on evil, will sit at the same table and lie to each other, but to no avail, because an end will still come at the appointed time.

 “His armed forces will rise up to desecrate the temple fortress and will abolish the daily sacrifice. Then they will set up the abomination that causes desolation. With flattery he will corrupt those who have violated the covenant, but the people who know their God will firmly resist him.

“Those who are wise will instruct many, though for a time they will fall by the sword or be burned or captured or plundered. When they fall, they will receive a little help, and many who are not sincere will join them. Some of the wise will stumble, 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.

The 'exactor of tribute was his son Seleucus IV, who was shortly succeeded by his brother Antiochus IV, the persecutor of the Jews, Verses 21-24 aptly portray his character and policies. Through the treachery of Ptolemy's own men, Antiochus briefly gained control of Egypt in 173. On his return, he attacked Jerusalem and slaughtered 80,000 Jews. The next time he attacked Egypt he was thwarted by the Roman fleet. He turned on Jerusalem again and desecrated the Temple. He was aided and abetted by some Jews, but others refused to compromise their faith, though they died for it. Juda Maccabacus instigated a successful revolt, so helping the faithful.

Why?

All of history is under the limit of time. Limited by time, like the life of man is limited.

God is the Lord, who knows the way of the Lord and understands the mind of the Lord.

How?

Give honor to the Lord and trust in Jesus Christ is my Savior, this is the best way for all mankind.