Daniel 4:24
New International Version
“This is the interpretation, Your Majesty, and this is the decree the Most High has issued against my lord the king:

New Living Translation
“‘This is what the dream means, Your Majesty, and what the Most High has declared will happen to my lord the king.

English Standard Version
this is the interpretation, O king: It is a decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king,

Berean Standard Bible
This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree that the Most High has issued against my lord the king:

King James Bible
This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the most High, which is come upon my lord the king:

New King James Version
this is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king:

New American Standard Bible
this is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king:

NASB 1995
this is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king:

NASB 1977
this is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king:

Legacy Standard Bible
this is the interpretation, O king, and this is the resolution of the Most High, which has reached my lord the king:

Amplified Bible
this is the interpretation, O king: It is the decree of the Most High [God], which has come upon my lord the king:

Christian Standard Bible
This is the interpretation, Your Majesty, and this is the decree of the Most High that has been issued against my lord the king:

Holman Christian Standard Bible
This is the interpretation, Your Majesty, and this is the sentence of the Most High that has been passed against my lord the king:

American Standard Version
this is the interpretation, O king, and it is the decree of the Most High, which is come upon my lord the king:

Contemporary English Version
Your Majesty, God Most High has sent you this message, and it means

English Revised Version
this is the interpretation, O king, and it is the decree of the Most High, which is come upon my lord the king:

GOD'S WORD® Translation
"This is the meaning, Your Majesty. The Most High has decided to apply it to you, Your Majesty.

Good News Translation
"This, then, is what it means, Your Majesty, and this is what the Supreme God has declared will happen to you.

International Standard Version
"This is the meaning, your majesty, and this is the decree that the Most High has issued against his majesty, the king:

Majority Standard Bible
This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree that the Most High has issued against my lord the king:

NET Bible
this is the interpretation, O king! It is the decision of the Most High that this has happened to my lord the king.

New Heart English Bible
This is the interpretation, O king, and it is the decree of the Most High, which is come on my lord the king:

Webster's Bible Translation
This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the most High, which is come upon my lord the king:

World English Bible
“This is the interpretation, O king, and it is the decree of the Most High, which has come on my lord the king:
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
This [is] the interpretation, O king, and it [is] the decree of the Most High that has come against my lord the king:

Young's Literal Translation
This is the interpretation, O king, and the decree of the Most High it is that hath come against my lord the king:

Smith's Literal Translation
This the interpretation, O king, and this the decree of the Most High, that came upon my lord the king:
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
This is the interpretation of the sentence of the most High, which is come upon my lord the king.

Catholic Public Domain Version
This is the interpretation of the judgment of the Most High, which has reached my lord, the king.

New American Bible
Therefore, O king, may my advice be acceptable to you; atone for your sins by good deeds, and for your misdeeds by kindness to the poor; then your contentment will be long lasting.”

New Revised Standard Version
this is the interpretation, O king, and it is a decree of the Most High that has come upon my lord the king:
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
This is the interpretation, O king: The decree of the Most High has come against my lord the king;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
This is the interpretation, oh King: a decree of the Most High has arrived upon my Lord the King
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
this is the interpretation, O king, and it is the decree of the Most High, which is come upon my lord the king,

Brenton Septuagint Translation
this is the interpretation of it, O king, and it is a decree of the Most High, which has come upon my lord the king.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Daniel Interprets the Second Dream
23And you, O king, saw a watcher, a holy one, coming down from heaven and saying: ‘Cut down the tree and destroy it, but leave the stump with its roots in the ground, and a band of iron and bronze around it, in the tender grass of the field. Let him be drenched with the dew of heaven, and graze with the beasts of the field till seven times pass him by.’ 24This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree that the Most High has issued against my lord the king: 25You will be driven away from mankind, and your dwelling will be with the beasts of the field. You will feed on grass like an ox and be drenched with the dew of heaven, and seven times shall pass you by, until you acknowledge that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes.…

Cross References
Genesis 41:25-32
At this, Joseph said to Pharaoh, “The dreams of Pharaoh are one and the same. God has revealed to Pharaoh what He is about to do. / The seven good cows are seven years, and the seven ripe heads of grain are seven years. The dreams have the same meaning. / Moreover, the seven thin, ugly cows that came up after them are seven years, and so are the seven worthless heads of grain scorched by the east wind—they are seven years of famine. ...

Isaiah 14:12-15
How you have fallen from heaven, O day star, son of the dawn! You have been cut down to the ground, O destroyer of nations. / You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.” ...

Ezekiel 31:10-14
Therefore this is what the Lord GOD says: ‘Since it became great in height and set its top among the clouds, and it grew proud on account of its height, / I delivered it into the hand of the ruler of the nations, for him to deal with it according to its wickedness. I have banished it. / Foreigners, the most ruthless of the nations, cut it down and left it. Its branches have fallen on the mountains and in every valley; its boughs lay broken in all the earth’s ravines. And all the peoples of the earth left its shade and abandoned it. ...

Jeremiah 25:12
But when seventy years are complete, I will punish the king of Babylon and that nation, the land of the Chaldeans, for their guilt, declares the LORD, and I will make it an everlasting desolation.

Jeremiah 27:6-7
So now I have placed all these lands under the authority of My servant Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon. I have even made the beasts of the field subject to him. / All nations will serve him and his son and grandson, until the time of his own land comes; then many nations and great kings will enslave him.

Jeremiah 50:17-18
Israel is a scattered flock, chased away by lions. The first to devour him was the king of Assyria; the last to crush his bones was Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon.” / Therefore this is what the LORD of Hosts, the God of Israel, says: “I will punish the king of Babylon and his land as I punished the king of Assyria.

Habakkuk 2:6-8
Will not all of these take up a taunt against him, speaking with mockery and derision: ‘Woe to him who amasses what is not his and makes himself rich with many loans! How long will this go on?’ / Will not your creditors suddenly arise and those who disturb you awaken? Then you will become their prey. / Because you have plundered many nations, the remnant of the people will plunder you—because of your bloodshed against man and your violence against the land, the city, and all their dwellers.

2 Kings 20:16-18
Then Isaiah said to Hezekiah, “Hear the word of the LORD: / The time will surely come when everything in your palace and all that your fathers have stored up until this day will be carried off to Babylon. Nothing will be left, says the LORD. / And some of your descendants, your own flesh and blood, will be taken away to be eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon.”

2 Chronicles 36:17-21
So He brought up against them the king of the Chaldeans, who put their young men to the sword in the sanctuary, sparing neither young men nor young women, neither elderly nor infirm. God gave them all into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar, / who carried off everything to Babylon—all the articles of the house of God, both large and small, and the treasures of the house of the LORD and of the king and his officials. / Then the Chaldeans set fire to the house of God and broke down the wall of Jerusalem. They burned down all the palaces and destroyed every article of value. ...

Psalm 75:6-7
For exaltation comes neither from east nor west, nor out of the desert, / but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another.

Matthew 23:12
For whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted.

Luke 1:52
He has brought down rulers from their thrones, but has exalted the humble.

Acts 12:21-23
On the appointed day, Herod donned his royal robes, sat on his throne, and addressed the people. / And they began to shout, “This is the voice of a god, not a man!” / Immediately, because Herod did not give glory to God, an angel of the Lord struck him down, and he was eaten by worms and died.

Romans 13:1-2
Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves.

1 Peter 5:5-6
Young men, in the same way, submit yourselves to your elders. And all of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.” / Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, so that in due time He may exalt you.


Treasury of Scripture

This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the most High, which is come on my lord the king:

the decree.

Daniel 4:17
This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.

Job 20:29
This is the portion of a wicked man from God, and the heritage appointed unto him by God.

Psalm 2:7
I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou art my Son; this day have I begotten thee.

come.

Job 1:12-19
And the LORD said unto Satan, Behold, all that he hath is in thy power; only upon himself put not forth thine hand. So Satan went forth from the presence of the LORD…

Job 40:11,12
Cast abroad the rage of thy wrath: and behold every one that is proud, and abase him…

Psalm 107:40
He poureth contempt upon princes, and causeth them to wander in the wilderness, where there is no way.

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Daniel 4
1. Nebuchadnezzar confesses God's kingdom,
4. makes relation of his dreams, which the magicians could not interpret.
8. Daniel hears the dream.
19. He interprets it.
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This is the interpretation
The phrase "This is the interpretation" signifies the unveiling of divine wisdom and insight. In the context of Daniel, interpretation is not merely human understanding but a revelation from God. The Hebrew root for "interpretation" is "peshar," which implies a solution or explanation that comes from divine insight. Daniel, endowed with the Spirit of God, serves as a vessel for this revelation, emphasizing the importance of seeking divine guidance in understanding life's mysteries.

O king
The address "O king" reflects a tone of respect and acknowledgment of authority. In the ancient Near Eastern context, kings were seen as representatives of divine order on earth. Daniel's respectful address underscores the biblical principle of honoring those in authority, as seen in Romans 13:1. Despite the impending judgment, Daniel maintains a posture of humility and respect, reminding us of the Christian call to respect and pray for our leaders.

and this is the decree
The word "decree" in this context refers to a binding decision or command issued by a sovereign authority. The Hebrew term "gezar" conveys the idea of a determined and unchangeable decision. This highlights the sovereignty of God, who alone has the ultimate authority to issue decrees that shape the course of history. It serves as a reminder of God's control over all earthly powers and His ability to execute His will.

the Most High
The title "the Most High" is a translation of the Hebrew "El Elyon," which emphasizes God's supreme authority and sovereignty over all creation. This title is used throughout the Old Testament to distinguish the God of Israel from pagan deities. It underscores the central biblical theme that God is above all earthly rulers and powers, reinforcing the message that true authority and power belong to Him alone.

has issued
The phrase "has issued" indicates an action that has been set in motion by divine authority. The Hebrew verb "nathen" suggests the act of giving or bestowing, in this case, a decree. This emphasizes the active role of God in the affairs of humanity, where His word is not passive but dynamic and effectual, accomplishing what He intends.

against my lord the king
The phrase "against my lord the king" reveals the personal and direct nature of God's message to Nebuchadnezzar. The term "lord" here is a translation of the Aramaic "mare," denoting a master or ruler. Daniel's use of "my lord" reflects both respect and the gravity of the message. It serves as a sobering reminder that no earthly power is immune to God's judgment and that all leaders are accountable to Him. This phrase calls believers to recognize God's ultimate authority and the importance of aligning with His will.

(24) Which is come upon.--See Note on Daniel 4:13.

Verse 24. - This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the Most High, which is come upon my lord the king. The passage in the Seventy which is parallel with this is partly in the last clause of the previous verse and partly in the verse that occupies a similar place to this in the Septuagint text, "The judgments of the great God shall come upon thee, and the Most High and his angels assail thee (κατατρέχουσιν ἐπὶ σὲ)." The change of tense here indicates that the second clause is an alternative rendering, brought into the text from the margin. In this marginal note meta has been taken as "assail," and malka, "O king," has been, by transposition of the two final letters, read mela'k, "angel." Theodotion and the Peshitta agree with the Massoretic text. The respectful tone in which Daniel addresses Nebuchadnezzar in the received text is to be observed; it is utterly alien to the boastful tone Judaism was afterwards accustomed to impute to its old saints. That there is no reference to the watchers or to their decree in this is imputed to Daniel's recognition of its true source; but in the Septuagint there is nothing equivalent to the statement in ver. 17. The fact that it is omitted here confirms the suspicion against it which we expressed in regard to the earlier verse.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
This
דְּנָ֥ה (də·nāh)
Pronoun - masculine singular
Strong's 1836: This

is the interpretation,
פִשְׁרָ֖א (p̄iš·rā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 6591: An interpretation

O king,
מַלְכָּ֑א (mal·kā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 4430: A king

and this is the decree
וּגְזֵרַ֤ת (ū·ḡə·zê·raṯ)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 1510: A decree

that the Most High
עִלָּאָה֙ (‘il·lā·’āh)
Adjective - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 5943: highest', a name of God

has issued
מְטָ֖ת (mə·ṭāṯ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 4291: To arrive, extend, happen

against
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5922: Above, over, upon, against

my lord
מָרִ֥י (mā·rî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 4756: Lord -- lord

the king:
מַלְכָּֽא׃ (mal·kā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 4430: A king


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