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The multitude will be lifted up, and his heart will be exalted. He will cast down tens of thousands, but he won’t prevail.
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ExplanationCommentary
Verse 12. Prevail. Many fell on both sides. Bible.—But Antiochus did not prevail; ( Worthington.) or rather Philopator neglected the opportunity of dethroning his rival, ( Calmet.) as he might have seized all his dominions, if he had not been too fond of ease. Just. xxx.—He followed the suggestions of his proud heart, when he attempted to enter the most holy place of the temple; and though he was visibly chastised by God, he would have vented his resentment on the Jews, if Providence had not miraculously protected them. 3 Mac. Calmet. See Sirach 50. Bible.
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