Daniel 12:3 Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.

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New International Version
Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever.

New Living Translation
Those who are wise will shine as bright as the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever.

English Standard Version
And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

Berean Standard Bible
Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.

King James Bible
And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

New King James Version
Those who are wise shall shine Like the brightness of the firmament, And those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever.

New American Standard Bible
And those who have insight will shine like the glow of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

NASB 1995
“Those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

NASB 1977
“And those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

Legacy Standard Bible
And those who have insight will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead the many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

Amplified Bible
Those who are [spiritually] wise will shine brightly like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who lead many to righteousness, [will shine] like the stars forever and ever.

Christian Standard Bible
Those who have insight will shine like the bright expanse of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Those who are wise will shine like the bright expanse of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.”

American Standard Version
And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

Contemporary English Version
Everyone who has been wise will shine as bright as the sky above, and everyone who has led others to please God will shine forever like the stars.

English Revised Version
And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Those who are wise will shine like the brightness on the horizon. Those who lead many people to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.

Good News Translation
The wise leaders will shine with all the brightness of the sky. And those who have taught many people to do what is right will shine like the stars forever."

International Standard Version
Those who manifest wisdom will shine like the brightness of the expanse of heaven, and those who turn many to righteousness will shine like the stars for ever and ever.

Majority Standard Bible
Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever.

NET Bible
But the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavenly expanse. And those bringing many to righteousness will be like the stars forever and ever.

New Heart English Bible
And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever.

Webster's Bible Translation
And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

World English Bible
Those who are wise will shine as the brightness of the expanse. Those who turn many to righteousness will shine as the stars forever and ever.

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
And those teaching shine as the brightness of the expanse, and those justifying the multitude as stars for all time and forever.”

Young's Literal Translation
And those teaching do shine as the brightness of the expanse, and those justifying the multitude as stars to the age and for ever.

Smith's Literal Translation
And those understanding shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and those justifying many, as the stars forever and ever.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
But they that are learned shall shine as the brightness of the firmament: and they that instruct many to justice, as stars for all eternity.

Catholic Public Domain Version
But those who have taught will shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who instruct many towards justice, like the stars for unending eternity.

New American Bible
But those with insight shall shine brightly like the splendor of the firmament, And those who lead the many to justice shall be like the stars forever.

New Revised Standard Version
Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
And those who have done good and the men of understanding shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and those who have turned many to righteousness shall shine and stand like stars for ever and ever.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And doers of good and the intelligent shall shine as the light of the heavenly sphere, and those who declare the many righteous shall be shining brightly and remaining like the stars for eternity, and to the eternity of eternities

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn the many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and some of the many righteous as the stars for ever and ever.

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Audio Bible

Context

Michael's Deliverance and the End Times
…2And many who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake, some to everlasting life, but others to shame and everlasting contempt. 3Then the wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness will shine like the stars forever and ever. 4But you, Daniel, shut up these words and seal the book until the time of the end. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase.”…

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Cross References

Matthew 13:43
Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear.

Proverbs 4:18
The path of the righteous is like the first gleam of dawn, shining brighter and brighter until midday.

Philippians 2:15
so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world

Matthew 5:14-16
You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. / Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they set it on a stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. / In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.

Revelation 22:5
There will be no more night in the city, and they will have no need for the light of a lamp or of the sun. For the Lord God will shine on them, and they will reign forever and ever.

Isaiah 60:1-3
Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD rises upon you. / For behold, darkness covers the earth, and thick darkness is over the peoples; but the LORD will rise upon you, and His glory will appear over you. / Nations will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn.

1 Corinthians 15:41-42
The sun has one degree of splendor, the moon another, and the stars another; and star differs from star in splendor. / So will it be with the resurrection of the dead: What is sown is perishable; it is raised imperishable.

Isaiah 53:11
After the anguish of His soul, He will see the light of life and be satisfied. By His knowledge My righteous Servant will justify many, and He will bear their iniquities.

1 Peter 5:4
And when the Chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the crown of glory that will never fade away.

2 Corinthians 4:6
For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

Isaiah 52:13
Behold, My Servant will prosper; He will be raised and lifted up and highly exalted.

Revelation 2:10
Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison to test you, and you will suffer tribulation for ten days. Be faithful even unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.

Malachi 3:16-18
At that time those who feared the LORD spoke with one another, and the LORD listened and heard them. So a scroll of remembrance was written before Him regarding those who feared the LORD and honored His name. / “They will be Mine,” says the LORD of Hosts, “on the day when I prepare My treasured possession. And I will spare them as a man spares his own son who serves him. / So you will again distinguish between the righteous and the wicked, between those who serve God and those who do not.”

John 5:35
John was a lamp that burned and gave light, and you were willing for a season to bask in his light.

Isaiah 62:2-3
Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory. You will be called by a new name that the mouth of the LORD will bestow. / You will be a crown of glory in the hand of the LORD, a royal diadem in the palm of your God.

Treasury of Scripture

And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

they that be.

Daniel 11:33,35
And they that understand among the people shall instruct many: yet they shall fall by the sword, and by flame, by captivity, and by spoil, many days…

Proverbs 11:30
The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise.

Matthew 24:45
Who then is a faithful and wise servant, whom his lord hath made ruler over his household, to give them meat in due season?

wise.

Acts 13:1
Now there were in the church that was at Antioch certain prophets and teachers; as Barnabas, and Simeon that was called Niger, and Lucius of Cyrene, and Manaen, which had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch, and Saul.

Ephesians 4:11
And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;

Hebrews 5:12
For when for the time ye ought to be teachers, ye have need that one teach you again which be the first principles of the oracles of God; and are become such as have need of milk, and not of strong meat.

shine.

Proverbs 4:18
But the path of the just is as the shining light, that shineth more and more unto the perfect day.

Matthew 13:43
Then shall the righteous shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father. Who hath ears to hear, let him hear.

Matthew 19:28
And Jesus said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That ye which have followed me, in the regeneration when the Son of man shall sit in the throne of his glory, ye also shall sit upon twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel.

turn.

Jeremiah 23:22
But if they had stood in my counsel, and had caused my people to hear my words, then they should have turned them from their evil way, and from the evil of their doings.

Luke 1:16,17
And many of the children of Israel shall he turn to the Lord their God…

John 4:36
And he that reapeth receiveth wages, and gathereth fruit unto life eternal: that both he that soweth and he that reapeth may rejoice together.

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Daniel 12

1. Michael shall deliver Israel from their troubles.
5. Daniel is informed of the times.

Berean Study Bible

Then the wise
The term "wise" in Hebrew is "maskilim," which refers to those who have insight or understanding. In the context of Daniel, it often denotes those who are faithful to God and possess spiritual discernment. Historically, wisdom literature in the Bible, such as Proverbs, emphasizes the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom. Here, the wise are those who understand God's purposes and live accordingly, even amidst persecution or trials.

will shine
The imagery of shining is significant in biblical literature, often symbolizing purity, righteousness, and divine favor. In the Hebrew context, light is associated with God's presence and truth. The wise shining suggests that their lives reflect God's glory and truth, serving as a beacon to others. This shining is not just temporal but eternal, indicating the lasting impact of a life lived in faithfulness to God.

like the brightness of the heavens
The heavens, or "raqia" in Hebrew, refer to the expanse of the sky, often associated with the divine realm. The brightness of the heavens evokes the image of the sun, moon, and stars, which are constant and enduring. This phrase suggests that the wise will have a celestial, eternal quality to their existence, reflecting God's eternal nature and glory.

and those who lead many to righteousness
This phrase highlights the role of the wise in guiding others towards a righteous life. The Hebrew word for righteousness, "tsedeq," encompasses justice, rightness, and ethical conduct. Leading others to righteousness implies active discipleship and evangelism, encouraging others to live in accordance with God's will. Historically, this reflects the mission of God's people to be a light to the nations, as seen in the Abrahamic covenant and the prophetic literature.

like the stars
Stars in ancient Near Eastern culture were often seen as symbols of divine beings or eternal entities. In the biblical context, stars are used to signify permanence and guidance. The comparison to stars suggests that those who lead others to righteousness will have an enduring legacy, shining brightly in the spiritual realm. This imagery reinforces the idea of eternal reward and recognition for faithful service.

forever and ever
The repetition of "forever" in Hebrew, "olam va'ed," emphasizes the eternal nature of the reward for the wise and righteous. This phrase assures believers of the everlasting impact and recognition of their faithfulness. In the broader biblical narrative, it aligns with the promise of eternal life and the hope of resurrection, central themes in both the Old and New Testaments. This eternal perspective encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith and mission.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(3) They that be wise.--Comp. Matthew 13:43, Notes. "The wise" are the same as "those that understand" who were spoken of in Daniel 11:33, meaning those who by their own righteousness--that is, by their faithfulness to their covenant with God--had set a bright example to the others, as in Daniel 11:35. Such is the consolation held out for the support of those who shall witness the tribulation of the last days. (See Notes on Matthew 24 and the parallel passages.)

Pulpit Commentary

Verse 3. - And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever. The rendering of the LXX. differs from this considerably, "Those who understand shall appear as the lights of heaven, and those that confirm my word as the stars of heaven for ever and ever." There seems to be a difference of reading in the first clause. Instead of yazheeroo kezohar, there seems to have been yayraro kim'ooroth. The verb used in the Massoretic text means really "admonish." The noun occurs only in Ezekiel 13:2. In the last clause, instead of הָרַבִּים (harabbeem), "many," the Septuagint has read דְּבָרֵי (deboray), "my words." It is difficult to account for the omission of the final ם unless from the likeness of מ to כ and and (see Corpus Insc. Semit.). Theodotion renders, "And they that understand shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and certain from amongst the righteous as the stars for ever and ever." The Peshitta rendering is somewhat paraphrastic, "Those that do good and are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and those who conquer many shall be lights, and arise as the stars of heaven for ever and ever." The Vulgate is in close harmony with the Massoretic text. The versions are superior to our Authorized, in having "those that understand" instead of "those that be wise." Bevan regards the wise here as the "teachers." There seems, however, no reason for such a restriction. The reading of the Septuagint in the opening clause of the second member of the sentence is inferior, as confirming or justifying the words of Daniel or of God is a simpler idea than that of turning many to righteousness. Further, there is a difficulty of fixing who is referred to by the prenominal suffix "my." Professor Fuller refers to Isaiah 51:11 for a parallel use of the hiphil of צָדַק; but there, as elsewhere, it means, not "turn to righteousness," but "justify," that is, "declare righteous." Yet the connection between the two ideas is close, and the forensic idea can have no place here. Matthew 13:43 represents a similar reward to the righteous.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Then the wise
וְהַ֨מַּשְׂכִּלִ֔ים (wə·ham·maś·ki·lîm)
Conjunctive waw, Article | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural
Strong's 7919: To be, circumspect, intelligent

will shine
יַזְהִ֖רוּ (yaz·hi·rū)
Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 2094: To gleam, to enlighten

like the brightness
כְּזֹ֣הַר (kə·zō·har)
Preposition-k | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 2096: Shining, brightness

of the heavens,
הָרָקִ֑יעַ (hā·rā·qî·a‘)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7549: An expanse, the firmament, visible arch of the sky

and those who lead many
הָֽרַבִּ֔ים (hā·rab·bîm)
Article | Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 7227: Much, many, great

to righteousness,
וּמַצְדִּיקֵי֙ (ū·maṣ·dî·qê)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6663: To be just or righteous

like the stars
כַּכּוֹכָבִ֖ים (kak·kō·w·ḵā·ḇîm)
Preposition-k, Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3556: A star, a prince

forever
לְעוֹלָ֥ם (lə·‘ō·w·lām)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5769: Concealed, eternity, frequentatively, always

and ever.
וָעֶֽד׃ (wā·‘eḏ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5703: A, terminus, duration, advance, perpetuity

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