Daniel 12:4

“But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.”

"But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased." - Daniel 12:4
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What does Daniel 12:4 mean?

The verse Daniel 12:4 from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible states, "But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased." This verse is found in the Book of Daniel, which is…

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The Sealed Wisdom: Understanding Daniel 12:4

The book of Daniel is often a source of intrigue and fascination for believers and seekers alike, particularly concerning its prophecies and visions concerning the future. In Daniel 12:4, we encounter a profound exhortation from God: "But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and…

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A Prayer for Understanding and Wisdom in the Time of the End

Heavenly Father, As I come before You in the quiet of this moment, I am reminded of the profound words You spoke to Your faithful servant Daniel, declaring, "But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and…

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Daniel 12:4 - "But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased."
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"And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end." - Daniel 12:9
"Blessed is he that waiteth, and cometh to the thousand three hundred and five and thirty days." - Daniel 12:12
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Daniel 12:8 - "And I heard, but I understood not: then said I, O my Lord, what shall be the end of these things?"
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