Read Daniel 10.10-11.1
In verses 10-14 in ancient Near Eastern mythology, conflict among the nations
often involves conflict among the nations often involves conflict among their gods.
The prince of Persia: The angel or god of Persia.
Twenty-one days: The duration of Daniel's fasting in v. 3.
Michael: The archangel who protects the Jewish people (10.21; 12.1; see also Jude 9; Rev 12.7).
In verses 15-17 Daniel speaks after his lips are touched (Isa 6.5-7; Ex 4.10-17; Ezek 3.26-27).
One in human form: An angel.
In verse 10.18-11.1: The angel, perhaps Michael, points to conflicts with Persia and
Greece which are described in detail.
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