Daniel 12 presents the final climax of Daniel’s visions: a time of unprecedented distress in which Michael arises to protect God’s people, followed by the resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked for judgment. The prophecy is sealed until the end, when many will diligently search it and understanding will grow. The chapter emphasizes purification through tribulation, God’s sovereignty over appointed times, the ultimate vindication of the faithful, and the certainty of final judgment and resurrection.

Daniel 11:21–45 traces the rise of a ruthless ruler—first fulfilled historically in Antiochus IV—whose actions foreshadow a later, greater tyrant: the Antichrist. The passage describes deceit, political manipulation, military campaigns, persecution of God’s people, and a climactic final conflict. It shows how history previews future prophecy and affirms God’s sovereignty over both past and future rulers.