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Daniel 11:38

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But in his estate: or, But in his stead, Heb. But as for the almighty God, in his seat shall be honour, yea, he shall honour a god whom, etc. 1 Timothy 4:1

forces: or, munitions, Heb. Mauzzim: or, gods protectors, Saints and angels, who were invoked as intercessors and protectors, had miracles ascribed to them, their relics worshipped, and their shrines and images adorned with costly offerings.

a god: Revelation 13:12-17, Revelation 17:1-5, Revelation 18:12

pleasant things: Heb. things desired, Isaiah 44:9

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