²⁹ At the chosen time, he will once again attempt to invade the south, but this time will be different from any time before. ³⁰ For warships will arrive from the west^[a] and confront him. Fearful of their power, he will withdraw. On his way north, he will unleash his violent fury against the holy covenant and those loyal to it. At the same time he will look with favor on those who turn their backs on it. ³¹ The king will command his forces to take over the city and pollute the temple fortress. After they outlaw the daily sacrifices to the one True God, they will set up the disgusting idol that will desecrate the most holy place.^[b]