1 'At that time Michael will arise -- the great Prince, defender of your people. That will be a time of great distress, unparalleled since nations first came into existence. When that time comes, your own people will be spared -- all those whose names are found written in the Book.
2 'Of those who are sleeping in the Land of Dust, many will awaken, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting disgrace.
3 Those who are wise will shine as brightly as the expanse of the heavens, and those who have instructed many in uprightness, as bright as stars for all eternity.
4 'But you, Daniel, must keep these words secret and keep the book sealed until the time of the End. Many will roam about, this way and that, and wickedness will continue to increase.'
5 I, Daniel, then looked and saw two other people standing, one on the near bank of the river, the other on the far.
6 One of them said to the man dressed in linen who was standing further up the stream, 'How long until these wonders take place?'
7 I heard the man speak who was dressed in linen, standing further up the stream: he raised his right hand and his left to heaven and swore by him who lives for ever, 'A time and two times, and half a time; and all these things will come true, once the crushing of the holy people's power is over.'
8 I listened but did not understand. I then said, 'My lord, what is to be the outcome?'
9 'Go, Daniel,' he said. 'These words are to remain secret and sealed until the time of the End.
10 Many will be cleansed, made white and purged; the wicked will persist in doing wrong; the wicked will never understand; those who are wise will understand.
11 From the moment that the perpetual sacrifice is abolished and the appalling abomination set up: a thousand two hundred and ninety days.
12 Blessed is he who perseveres and attains a thousand three hundred and thirty-five days.
13 But you, go away and rest; and you will rise for your reward at the end of time.'
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Chapter 12 of the book of Daniel talks about the time of the end and the resurrection of the dead, as well as the conclusion of the prophetic visions that were revealed to the prophet. He also emphasizes the importance of persevering in faith, even in the face of difficulties and persecution. Following are five verses related to the topics covered in Daniel 12:
2 Peter 3:9: "The Lord does not slow down his promise, even though some have it late; but he is long in with you, not wanting some to lose themselves, but all will repent." This verse highlights God's patience and love towards their children, even in the face of circumstances that seem to indicate a delay in their promises. 1 Corinthians 15:52: "At a moment, in an open and close eye, before the last trumpet; for the trumpet will sound, and the dead will be resurrected incorruptible, and we will be transformed." This passage talks about the resurrection of the dead, one of the central themes of Chapter 12 of Daniel. Hebrews 10:36: "For you need patience, that after you have done God's will, you may achieve promise." This verse emphasizes the importance of perseverance and patience in waiting for God's promises. James 1:2-4: "My brothers, tends great joy when you fall into various temptations, knowing that proof of your faith produces patience. But patience to your perfect work, so that you may be perfect and complete, without without missing anything. " This passage highlights the value of perseverance and patience in the face of tests and trials, as a way to improve our faith. Revelation 22:7: "Behold, I come without delay. Blessed is the one who keeps the words of the prophecy of this book." This verse reinforces the idea of the importance of persevering in faith and remaining faithful to God's prophetic words, which were revealed in visions such as Daniel's.
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