Daniel 11:36

Then the king will do as he pleases and will exalt and magnify himself above every god, and he will speak monstrous things against the God of gods. He will be successful until the time of wrath is completed, for what has been decreed must be accomplished.

Berean Standard Bible

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Study note

Setting — Daniel records a vision concerning a future king’s conduct during the appointed time of the end. The prophecy addresses the king’s autonomous actions and their duration until wrath is completed.

The words — The Hebrew verb עָשָׂה (‘a.Sah) translates literally as “he will do,” while the phrase כִּרְצוֹנוֹ (khi/r.tzo.N/o) means “according to his pleasure.” These terms establish the king’s independent action before his self-magnification.

The thread — The theme of self-exaltation above every deity appears in 2 Thessalonians 2:4 and Revelation 13:5. The title “God of gods” echoes Deuteronomy 10:17.

Why it lands — The text states that earthly arrogance operates only until a fixed decree is fulfilled. Readers must acknowledge that divine timing overrides human authority.

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The Hebrew words

King James Version

And the king shall do according to his will; and he shall exalt himself, and magnify himself above every god, and shall speak marvellous things against the God of gods, and shall prosper till the indignation be accomplished: for that that is determined shall be done.

Cross-references

Revelation 13:5 The beast was given a mouth to speak arrogant and blasphemous words, and authority to act for 42 months.
2 Thessalonians 2:4 He will oppose and exalt himself above every so-called god or object of worship. So he will seat himself in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God.
Deuteronomy 10:17 For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great, mighty, and awesome God, showing no partiality and accepting no bribe.
Isaiah 14:13 You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north.
Daniel 8:19 and said, “Behold, I will make known to you what will happen in the latter time of wrath, because it concerns the appointed time of the end.
Daniel 11:16 The invader will do as he pleases, and no one will stand against him. He will establish himself in the Beautiful Land, with destruction in his hand.
Daniel 2:47 The king said to Daniel, “Your God is truly the God of gods and Lord of kings, the Revealer of Mysteries, since you were able to reveal this mystery.”
Psalms 136:2 Give thanks to the God of gods. His loving devotion endures forever.
Isaiah 10:25 For in just a little while My fury against you will subside, and My anger will turn to their destruction.”
Revelation 10:7 But in the days of the voice of the seventh angel, when he begins to sound his trumpet, the mystery of God will be fulfilled, just as He proclaimed to His servants the prophets.”