Daniel 8:12 And in the rebellion, the host and the daily sacrifice were given over to the horn, and it flung truth to the ground and prospered in whatever it did.

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New International Version
Because of rebellion, the LORD’s people and the daily sacrifice were given over to it. It prospered in everything it did, and truth was thrown to the ground.

New Living Translation
The army of heaven was restrained from responding to this rebellion. So the daily sacrifice was halted, and truth was overthrown. The horn succeeded in everything it did.

English Standard Version
And a host will be given over to it together with the regular burnt offering because of transgression, and it will throw truth to the ground, and it will act and prosper.

Berean Standard Bible
And in the rebellion, the host and the daily sacrifice were given over to the horn, and it flung truth to the ground and prospered in whatever it did.

King James Bible
And an host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practised, and prospered.

New King James Version
Because of transgression, an army was given over to the horn to oppose the daily sacrifices; and he cast truth down to the ground. He did all this and prospered.

New American Standard Bible
And because of an offense the army will be given to the horn along with the regular sacrifice; and it will hurl truth to the ground and do as it pleases and be successful.

NASB 1995
And on account of transgression the host will be given over to the horn along with the regular sacrifice; and it will fling truth to the ground and perform its will and prosper.

NASB 1977
And on account of transgression the host will be given over to the horn along with the regular sacrifice; and it will fling truth to the ground and perform its will and prosper.

Legacy Standard Bible
And on account of transgression the host will be given over to the horn along with the regular sacrifice; and it will throw truth down to the ground and do its will and succeed.

Amplified Bible
Because of the transgression [of God’s people—their irreverence and ungodliness] the host will be given over to the wicked horn, along with the regular sacrifice; and righteousness and truth will be flung to the ground, and the horn will do as it pleases [by divine permission] and prosper.

Christian Standard Bible
In the rebellion, the army was given up, together with the regular sacrifice. The horn threw truth to the ground and was successful in what it did.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Because of rebellion, a host, together with the daily sacrifice, will be given over. The horn will throw truth to the ground and will be successful in whatever it does.

American Standard Version
And the host was given over to it together with the continual burnt-offering through transgression; and it cast down truth to the ground, and it did its pleasure and prospered.

English Revised Version
And the host was given over to it together with the continual burnt offering through transgression; and it cast down truth to the ground, and it did its pleasure and prospered.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
In its rebelliousness it was given an army to put a stop to the daily burnt offering. It threw truth on the ground. The horn was successful in everything it did.

Good News Translation
People sinned there instead of offering the proper daily sacrifices, and true religion was thrown to the ground. The horn was successful in everything it did.

International Standard Version
Because of the transgression, the Heavenly Army will be given over, along with the regular burnt offering, and in that rebellion truth will be cast to the ground, while he continues to prosper and to act."

Majority Standard Bible
And in the rebellion, the host and the daily sacrifice were given over to the horn, and it flung truth to the ground and prospered in whatever it did.

NET Bible
The army was given over, along with the daily sacrifice, in the course of his sinful rebellion. It hurled truth to the ground and enjoyed success.

New Heart English Bible
The host was given over to it together with the daily sacrifice because of transgression. And it cast down truth to the ground, and kept prospering.

Webster's Bible Translation
And a host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practiced, and prospered.

World English Bible
The army was given over to it together with the continual burnt offering through disobedience. It cast down truth to the ground, and it did its pleasure and prospered.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And the host is given up, with the continual [sacrifice], through transgression, and it throws down truth to the earth, and it has worked, and prospered.

Young's Literal Translation
And the host is given up, with the continual sacrifice, through transgression, and it throweth down truth to the earth, and it hath worked, and prospered.

Smith's Literal Translation
And an army will be given upon the continuance by transgression, and it will cast down truth to the earth; and it did and it succeeded.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
And strength was given him against the continual sacrifice, because of sins: and truth shall be cast down on the ground, and he shall do and shall prosper.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And the advantage was given to him against the continual sacrifice, because of the sins, and truth will be struck down to the ground, and he will act, and he will prosper.

New American Bible
The host was given over together with the daily sacrifice in the course of transgression. It cast truth to the ground, and was succeeding in its undertaking.

New Revised Standard Version
Because of wickedness, the host was given over to it together with the regular burnt offering; it cast truth to the ground, and kept prospering in what it did.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And a host was given to him against the continual sacrifice by reason of transgression, and the holy thing was cast down to the ground, and the horn went ahead and prospered.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And power was given against the faith by debts, and holiness was cast down on the ground, and he passed on and was successful

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And the host was given over to it together with the continual burnt-offering through transgression; and it cast down truth to the ground, and it wrought, and prospered.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And a sin-offering was given for the sacrifice, and righteousness was cast down to the ground; and it practised, and prospered.

Additional Translations ...

Audio Bible

Context

Daniel's Vision of the Ram and the Goat
…11It magnified itself, even to the Prince of the host; it removed His daily sacrifice and overthrew the place of His sanctuary. 12And in the rebellion, the host and the daily sacrifice were given over to the horn, and it flung truth to the ground and prospered in whatever it did. 13Then I heard a holy one speaking, and another holy one said to him, “How long until the fulfillment of the vision of the daily sacrifice, the rebellion that causes desolation, and the surrender of the sanctuary and of the host to be trampled?”…

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Cross References

Revelation 13:5-7
The beast was given a mouth to speak arrogant and blasphemous words, and authority to act for 42 months. / And the beast opened its mouth to speak blasphemies against God and to slander His name and His tabernacle—those who dwell in heaven. / Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints and to conquer them, and it was given authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation.

2 Thessalonians 2:9-12
The coming of the lawless one will be accompanied by the working of Satan, with every kind of power, sign, and false wonder, / and with every wicked deception directed against those who are perishing, because they refused the love of the truth that would have saved them. / For this reason God will send them a powerful delusion so that they believe the lie, ...

Matthew 24:15
So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand),

Revelation 12:9
And the great dragon was hurled down—that ancient serpent called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world. He was hurled to the earth, and his angels with him.

Revelation 11:2-3
But exclude the courtyard outside the temple. Do not measure it, because it has been given over to the nations, and they will trample the holy city for 42 months. / And I will empower my two witnesses, and they will prophesy for 1,260 days, clothed in sackcloth.”

Revelation 19:20
But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur.

1 John 2:18
Children, it is the last hour; and just as you have heard that the antichrist is coming, so now many antichrists have appeared. This is how we know it is the last hour.

2 Timothy 3:1-5
But understand this: In the last days terrible times will come. / For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, / unloving, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, without love of good, ...

Matthew 24:24
For false Christs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive even the elect, if that were possible.

Revelation 17:8
The beast that you saw—it was, and now is no more, but is about to come up out of the Abyss and go to its destruction. And those who dwell on the earth whose names were not written in the Book of Life from the foundation of the world will marvel when they see the beast that was, and is not, and yet will be.

Isaiah 59:14-15
So justice is turned away, and righteousness stands at a distance. For truth has stumbled in the public square, and honesty cannot enter. / Truth is missing, and whoever turns from evil becomes prey. The LORD looked and was displeased that there was no justice.

Isaiah 28:15
For you said, “We have made a covenant with death; we have fashioned an agreement with Sheol. When the overwhelming scourge passes through it will not touch us, because we have made lies our refuge and falsehood our hiding place.”

Jeremiah 7:28
Therefore you must say to them, ‘This is the nation that would not listen to the voice of the LORD their God and would not receive correction. Truth has perished; it has disappeared from their lips.

Hosea 4:1-2
Hear the word of the LORD, O children of Israel, for the LORD has a case against the people of the land: “There is no truth, no loving devotion, and no knowledge of God in the land! / Cursing and lying, murder and stealing, and adultery are rampant; one act of bloodshed follows another.

Amos 8:11-12
Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord GOD, when I will send a famine on the land—not a famine of bread or a thirst for water, but a famine of hearing the words of the LORD. / People will stagger from sea to sea and roam from north to east, seeking the word of the LORD, but they will not find it.

Treasury of Scripture

And an host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practiced, and prospered.

Daniel 11:31-35
And arms shall stand on his part, and they shall pollute the sanctuary of strength, and shall take away the daily sacrifice, and they shall place the abomination that maketh desolate…

Revelation 13:7
And it was given unto him to make war with the saints, and to overcome them: and power was given him over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations.

and it cast.

Psalm 119:43,142
And take not the word of truth utterly out of my mouth; for I have hoped in thy judgments…

Isaiah 59:14
And judgment is turned away backward, and justice standeth afar off: for truth is fallen in the street, and equity cannot enter.

2 Thessalonians 2:10-12
And with all deceivableness of unrighteousness in them that perish; because they received not the love of the truth, that they might be saved…

and it practised.

Daniel 8:4
I saw the ram pushing westward, and northward, and southward; so that no beasts might stand before him, neither was there any that could deliver out of his hand; but he did according to his will, and became great.

Daniel 11:28,36
Then shall he return into his land with great riches; and his heart shall be against the holy covenant; and he shall do exploits, and return to his own land…

1 Samuel 23:9
And David knew that Saul secretly practised mischief against him; and he said to Abiathar the priest, Bring hither the ephod.

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Daniel 8

1. Daniel's vision of the ram and he goat.
13. The two thousand three hundred days of the suspension of the daily sacrifice.
15. Gabriel comforts Daniel, and interprets the vision.

Berean Study Bible

Then the host
The term "host" in this context refers to the people of God, often symbolized as an army or a group of worshippers. In Hebrew, the word is "צָבָא" (tsaba), which can mean an organized group or a multitude. This imagery is consistent with the biblical portrayal of God's people as His army, called to spiritual warfare. Historically, this reflects the period of persecution under Antiochus IV Epiphanes, who oppressed the Jewish people, symbolizing the spiritual battle faced by believers.

was given over
The phrase "was given over" suggests a divine allowance or judgment. In Hebrew, the concept of being "given over" often implies a surrender to consequences due to rebellion or sin. This reflects the biblical theme of God allowing His people to face trials as a result of their disobedience, yet always with a purpose of eventual restoration and redemption.

to the horn
The "horn" symbolizes power and authority, often used in biblical prophecy to represent kings or kingdoms. In this chapter, the horn is a representation of Antiochus IV Epiphanes, a ruler who persecuted the Jews. The imagery of the horn is rooted in ancient Near Eastern symbolism, where horns were seen as emblems of strength and dominance.

to be trampled
The act of being "trampled" signifies oppression and destruction. In the Hebrew context, trampling is a metaphor for severe persecution and humiliation. This reflects the historical reality of the Jewish people under Antiochus, who desecrated the temple and sought to eradicate their faith practices. Spiritually, it serves as a reminder of the trials believers may face but also the hope of divine justice.

along with the daily sacrifice
The "daily sacrifice" refers to the continual burnt offerings made in the temple, central to Jewish worship. The Hebrew term "תָּמִיד" (tamid) means continual or perpetual. The cessation of these sacrifices by Antiochus was a direct attack on the worship of God, symbolizing the broader spiritual warfare against true worship. This highlights the importance of maintaining faith and worship even in times of persecution.

in rebellion
The word "rebellion" indicates a state of apostasy or turning away from God. In Hebrew, "פֶּשַׁע" (pesha) can mean transgression or revolt. This rebellion is not only against God but also involves the people who have turned away from His commandments, leading to their vulnerability to oppression. It serves as a warning of the consequences of straying from God's path.

And it will fling truth to the ground
The phrase "fling truth to the ground" symbolizes the rejection and suppression of God's truth. In Hebrew, "truth" is "אֱמֶת" (emet), representing faithfulness and reliability. This act of casting truth down reflects the historical attempts to distort or eliminate God's word and principles, a tactic used by oppressive regimes throughout history. It underscores the enduring battle between truth and falsehood.

and prosper in whatever it does
The prosperity of the horn despite its wickedness is a temporary triumph of evil. In Hebrew, "prosper" is "צָלַח" (tsalach), meaning to succeed or advance. This prosperity is allowed by God for a time, serving as a test of faith for His people. It reminds believers that while evil may seem to prevail, God's ultimate justice and sovereignty will prevail, and His truth will endure.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(12) An host . . .--The host is apparently the same as that which is mentioned in Daniel 8:10, and means some of the Jewish people. It is known that some of them lapsed under the persecutions of Antiochus, and joined in his idolatrous rites. These apostates were given into his hand, and on account of their apostasy the daily sacrifice also was taken away. (Comp. Daniel 8:13.)

The truth--i.e., the word of God, as appears from 1 Maccabees 1:43-52; 1 Maccabees 1:56; 1 Maccabees 1:60. . . .

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 12. - And an host was given him against the daily sacrifice by reason of transgression, and it cast down the truth to the ground; and it practised, and prospered. The renderings of the LXX. and Theodotion are closely related, and both differ from the Massoretic text. The first is, "And the sins were upon the sacrifice, and righteousness was fallen to the earth, and he (or, it) did, and prospered." Theodotion renders, "And sin was placed (given) upon the sacrifice, and righteousness is fallen to the earth, and he (it) did and prospered." The Peshitta is nearer the Massoretic text, but better in accordance with the Authorized Version, "A host was given against the perpetuity, in transgression the holy place was thrown to the ground, and he did and prospered." From the fact that צָבָא (tzaba) is omitted from the two Greek versions, we venture to omit it also; it has probably been inserted from the verse above. Both versions also omit the preposition before" transgression;" we omit it also. We would thus render, "And transgression was upon the sacrifice, and," reading תַּשְׁלַך, "truth was cast to the ground, and it did and prospered." After Judas Maccabaeus had cleansed the temple and offered sacrifices, sin mingled with it. We know that the stricter Hasidim, objected to the foreign alliances into which the Maccabees were inclined to enter; the battle of Beth-zecharias was largely lost by the abstention of the stricter party. After that, Lysias, representing really the same movement as Epiphanes, advanced to the capture of Bethshur. Thus it might be said of the little horn, that "it did and prospered." Were it not that there is no authority for it in the versions, we should read תַּשֵׁלִם instead of תַּשְׁלַך. In that ease we should render, "And transgression was upon the sacrifice" - regarding this sacrifice as the atonement for the transgression (Leviticus 16:21) - "and truth shall make peace in the land, and do and prosper."

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

And on account of rebellion,
בְּפָ֑שַׁע (bə·p̄ā·ša‘)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6588: Transgression

the host
וְצָבָ֛א (wə·ṣā·ḇā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - common singular
Strong's 6635: A mass of persons, reg, organized for, war, a campaign

[and]
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

the daily sacrifice
הַתָּמִ֖יד (hat·tā·mîḏ)
Article | Adverb
Strong's 8548: Continuance, constant, ellipt, the regular, sacrifice

were given over [to the horn],
תִּנָּתֵ֥ן (tin·nā·ṯên)
Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 5414: To give, put, set

and it flung
וְתַשְׁלֵ֤ךְ (wə·ṯaš·lêḵ)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive imperfect Jussive - third person feminine singular
Strong's 7993: To throw out, down, away

truth
אֱמֶת֙ (’ĕ·meṯ)
Noun - feminine singular
Strong's 571: Stability, certainty, truth, trustworthiness

to the ground
אַ֔רְצָה (’ar·ṣāh)
Noun - feminine singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 776: Earth, land

and prospered
וְהִצְלִֽיחָה׃ (wə·hiṣ·lî·ḥāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6743: To push forward

in whatever it did.
וְעָשְׂתָ֖ה (wə·‘ā·śə·ṯāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Conjunctive perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 6213: To do, make

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OT Prophets: Daniel 8:12 The army was given over to it (Dan. Da Dn)