Daniel 10:13–21 in different translations
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10:13
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But the prince of the kingdom of Persia opposed me for twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, because I was being detained there by the kings of Persia.
10:14
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Now I've come to explain to you what will happen to your people in the last days, for the vision is about a time in the future.”
10:15
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As he told me this I remained there with my face to the ground and couldn't say a word.
10:16
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Then the one who looked like a human being touched my lips and I was able to speak. I told the one standing in front of me, “My lord, since I saw the vision I've been in agony and I feel really weak.
10:17
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How can I, your servant, speak to you, my lord? I have no strength, and I can hardly breathe.”
10:18
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Once again the one who looked like a human being touched me and restored my strength.
10:19
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“Don't be afraid; God loves you very much. May you have peace! Be strong! Have courage!” As he spoke to me, I became stronger and I said, “My lord, speak to me, for you have strengthened me.”
10:20
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“Do you know why I've come to you?” he asked. “Shortly I will have to go back and fight the prince of Persia, and after that the prince of Greece will come.
10:21
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But before that I will tell you what is written down in the Book of Truth. No one helps me fight against these princes except Michael your prince.”