Daniel 7:19 Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others--extremely terrifying--devouring and crushing with iron teeth and bronze claws, then trampling underfoot whatever was left.

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New International Version
“Then I wanted to know the meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others and most terrifying, with its iron teeth and bronze claws—the beast that crushed and devoured its victims and trampled underfoot whatever was left.

New Living Translation
Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, the one so different from the others and so terrifying. It had devoured and crushed its victims with iron teeth and bronze claws, trampling their remains beneath its feet.

English Standard Version
“Then I desired to know the truth about the fourth beast, which was different from all the rest, exceedingly terrifying, with its teeth of iron and claws of bronze, and which devoured and broke in pieces and stamped what was left with its feet,

Berean Standard Bible
Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others—extremely terrifying—devouring and crushing with iron teeth and bronze claws, then trampling underfoot whatever was left.

King James Bible
Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, which was diverse from all the others, exceeding dreadful, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet;

New King James Version
“Then I wished to know the truth about the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, exceedingly dreadful, with its teeth of iron and its nails of bronze, which devoured, broke in pieces, and trampled the residue with its feet;

New American Standard Bible
“Then I desired to know the exact meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, exceedingly dreadful, with its teeth of iron and its claws of bronze, and which devoured, crushed, and trampled down the remainder with its feet,

NASB 1995
“Then I desired to know the exact meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, exceedingly dreadful, with its teeth of iron and its claws of bronze, and which devoured, crushed and trampled down the remainder with its feet,

NASB 1977
“Then I desired to know the exact meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, exceedingly dreadful, with its teeth of iron and its claws of bronze, and which devoured, crushed, and trampled down the remainder with its feet,

Legacy Standard Bible
“Then I desired to know the exact meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, extraordinarily fearsome, with its teeth of iron and its claws of bronze, and which devoured, crushed, and trampled down the remainder with its feet,

Amplified Bible
“Then I wished to know the exact meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, extremely dreadful, with teeth of iron and claws of bronze, which devoured, crushed and trampled down what was left with its feet,

Christian Standard Bible
“Then I wanted to be clear about the fourth beast, the one different from all the others, extremely terrifying, with iron teeth and bronze claws, devouring, crushing, and trampling with its feet whatever was left.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, the one different from all the others, extremely terrifying, with iron teeth and bronze claws, devouring, crushing, and trampling with its feet whatever was left.

American Standard Version
Then I desired to know the truth concerning the fourth beast, which was diverse from all of them, exceeding terrible, whose teeth were of iron, and its nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with its feet;

Contemporary English Version
I wanted to know more about the fourth beast, because it was so different and much more terrifying than the others. What was the meaning of its iron teeth and bronze claws and of its feet that smashed what the teeth and claws had not ground and crushed?

English Revised Version
Then I desired to know the truth concerning the fourth beast, which was diverse from all of them, exceeding terrible, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then I wanted to know the truth about the fourth animal, which was so different from all the others. It was very terrifying and had iron teeth and bronze claws. It devoured and crushed its victims, and trampled whatever was left.

Good News Translation
Then I wanted to know more about the fourth beast, which was not like any of the others--the terrifying beast which crushed its victims with its bronze claws and iron teeth and then trampled on them.

International Standard Version
"I wanted to learn the precise significance of the fourth animal that was different from all the others, extremely awe-inspiring, with iron teeth and bronze claws, and that had devoured and crushed things, trampling under its feet whatever remained.

Majority Standard Bible
Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others?extremely terrifying?devouring and crushing with iron teeth and bronze claws, then trampling underfoot whatever was left.

NET Bible
"Then I wanted to know the meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others. It was very dreadful, with two rows of iron teeth and bronze claws, and it devoured, crushed, and trampled anything that was left with its feet.

New Heart English Bible
Then I desired to know the true meaning concerning the fourth animal, which was different from all of them, exceedingly terrible, whose teeth were of iron, and its claws of bronze; which devoured, broke in pieces, and stamped what was left with its feet.

Webster's Bible Translation
Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, which was diverse from all the others, exceeding dreadful, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, broke in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet;

World English Bible
“Then I desired to know the truth concerning the fourth animal, which was different from all of them, exceedingly terrible, whose teeth were of iron, and its nails of bronze; which devoured, broke in pieces, and stamped the residue with its feet;

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Then I wished for certainty concerning the fourth beast, that was diverse from them all, exceedingly fearful; its teeth of iron, and its nails of bronze, it has devoured, it breaks small, and it has trampled the remnant with its feet;

Young's Literal Translation
'Then I wished for certainty concerning the fourth beast, that was diverse from them all, fearful exceedingly; its teeth of iron, and its nails of brass, it hath devoured, it doth break small, and the remnant with its feet it hath trampled;

Smith's Literal Translation
Then I willed to speak the truth concerning the fourth beast that was different from all of them, exceedingly fearful, its teeth of iron and its hoofs of brass; eating, beating small, and treading down the remainder with its feet;

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
After this I would diligently learn concerning the fourth beast. which was very different from all, and exceeding terrible: his teeth and claws were of iron: he devoured and broke in pieces, and the rest he stamped upon with his feet:

Catholic Public Domain Version
After this, I wanted to learn diligently about the fourth beast, which was very different from all, and exceedingly terrible; his teeth and claws were of iron; he devoured and crushed, and the remainder he trampled with his feet;

New American Bible
Then I wished to make certain about the fourth beast, so very terrible and different from the others, devouring and crushing with its iron teeth and bronze claws, and trampling with its feet what was left;

New Revised Standard Version
Then I desired to know the truth concerning the fourth beast, which was different from all the rest, exceedingly terrifying, with its teeth of iron and claws of bronze, and which devoured and broke in pieces, and stamped what was left with its feet;

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Then I wanted to know the truth concerning the fourth beast, which was different from all the others, exceedingly dreadful, whose teeth were of iron and whose nails of brass, which devoured and broke in pieces and stamped the residue with its feet;

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Then I wanted to ask about the fourth beast that was different from all the beasts, and very fearsome, its teeth of iron and its claws of brass; it consumed and smashed, and anything that remained it trampled with its feet

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Then I desired to know the truth concerning the fourth beast, which was diverse from all of them, exceeding terrible, whose teeth were of iron, and its nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with its feet;

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Then I enquired carefully concerning the fourth beast; for it differed from every other beast, exceeding dreadful: its teeth were of iron, and its claws of brass, devouring, and utterly breaking to pieces, and it trampled the remainder with its feet:

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Context

Daniel's Visions Interpreted
…18But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and possess it forever—yes, forever and ever.’ 19Then I wanted to know the true meaning of the fourth beast, which was different from all the others— extremely terrifying— devouring and crushing with iron teeth and bronze claws, then trampling underfoot whatever was left. 20I also wanted to know about the ten horns on its head and the other horn that came up, before which three of them fell—the horn whose appearance was more imposing than the others, with eyes and with a mouth that spoke words of arrogance.…

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Cross References

Revelation 13:1-2
Then I saw a beast with ten horns and seven heads rising out of the sea. There were ten royal crowns on its horns and blasphemous names on its heads. / The beast I saw was like a leopard, with the feet of a bear and the mouth of a lion. And the dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority.

Revelation 17:7-14
“Why are you so amazed?” said the angel. “I will tell you the mystery of the woman and of the beast that carries her, which has the seven heads and ten horns. / The beast that you saw—it was, and now is no more, but is about to come up out of the Abyss and go to its destruction. And those who dwell on the earth whose names were not written in the Book of Life from the foundation of the world will marvel when they see the beast that was, and is not, and yet will be. / This calls for a mind with wisdom. The seven heads are seven mountains on which the woman sits. ...

Revelation 12:3
Then another sign appeared in heaven: a huge red dragon with seven heads, ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads.

Revelation 19:19-20
Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. / But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur.

Revelation 11:7
When the two witnesses have finished their testimony, the beast that comes up from the Abyss will wage war with them, and will overpower and kill them.

Revelation 17:3
And the angel carried me away in the Spirit into a wilderness, where I saw a woman sitting on a scarlet beast that was covered with blasphemous names and had seven heads and ten horns.

Revelation 13:7
Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints and to conquer them, and it was given authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation.

Revelation 17:16-17
And the ten horns and the beast that you saw will hate the prostitute. They will leave her desolate and naked, and they will eat her flesh and burn her with fire. / For God has put it into their hearts to carry out His purpose by uniting to give their kingdom to the beast, until the words of God are fulfilled.

Revelation 13:5-7
The beast was given a mouth to speak arrogant and blasphemous words, and authority to act for 42 months. / And the beast opened its mouth to speak blasphemies against God and to slander His name and His tabernacle—those who dwell in heaven. / Then the beast was permitted to wage war against the saints and to conquer them, and it was given authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation.

Revelation 17:12-13
The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but will receive one hour of authority as kings along with the beast. / These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast.

Revelation 13:4
They worshiped the dragon who had given authority to the beast, and they worshiped the beast, saying, “Who is like the beast, and who can wage war against it?”

Revelation 17:8
The beast that you saw—it was, and now is no more, but is about to come up out of the Abyss and go to its destruction. And those who dwell on the earth whose names were not written in the Book of Life from the foundation of the world will marvel when they see the beast that was, and is not, and yet will be.

Revelation 13:11-12
Then I saw another beast rising out of the earth. This beast had two horns like a lamb, but spoke like a dragon. / And this beast exercised all the authority of the first beast and caused the earth and those who dwell in it to worship the first beast, whose mortal wound had been healed.

Revelation 17:18
And the woman you saw is the great city that rules over the kings of the earth.”

Revelation 13:3
One of the heads of the beast appeared to have been mortally wounded. But the mortal wound was healed, and the whole world marveled and followed the beast.

Treasury of Scripture

Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, which was diverse from all the others, exceeding dreadful, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, broke in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet;

the fourth.

Daniel 7:7
After this I saw in the night visions, and behold a fourth beast, dreadful and terrible, and strong exceedingly; and it had great iron teeth: it devoured and brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with the feet of it: and it was diverse from all the beasts that were before it; and it had ten horns.

Daniel 2:40-43
And the fourth kingdom shall be strong as iron: forasmuch as iron breaketh in pieces and subdueth all things: and as iron that breaketh all these, shall it break in pieces and bruise…

the others.

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Daniel 7

1. Daniel's vision of the four beasts,
9. and of God's kingdom.
15. The interpretation thereof.

Berean Study Bible

Then I wanted to know
This phrase reflects Daniel's deep desire for understanding and insight. The Hebrew root for "wanted" (חָפֵץ, chafets) conveys a strong inclination or delight in seeking knowledge. Daniel's pursuit of divine wisdom is a model for believers, emphasizing the importance of seeking God's truth with earnestness and dedication.

the true meaning
The quest for "true meaning" underscores the importance of discernment and revelation in understanding God's messages. The Hebrew word for "true" (אֱמֶת, emet) signifies faithfulness and reliability. Daniel's inquiry is not just for knowledge but for an understanding that aligns with God's faithful and unchanging nature.

of the fourth beast
The "fourth beast" is a symbol of a powerful and oppressive kingdom, distinct from the previous ones. Historically, this is often interpreted as the Roman Empire, known for its unprecedented power and influence. The beast's description in Daniel's vision serves as a reminder of the temporal nature of earthly kingdoms compared to God's eternal dominion.

which was different from all the others
This phrase highlights the uniqueness and unparalleled nature of the fourth beast. The Hebrew word for "different" (שָׁנָה, shanah) implies a change or transformation, suggesting that this kingdom would be unlike any before it, both in its structure and its impact on the world.

extremely terrifying
The description of the beast as "extremely terrifying" conveys the fear and awe it inspired. The Hebrew root for "terrifying" (יָרֵא, yare) is often used in the context of reverence or fear of God, indicating the overwhelming power and dread this kingdom would instill in those it conquered.

devouring and crushing
These actions of "devouring and crushing" depict the beast's destructive nature. The Hebrew words (אָכַל, akal for "devouring" and דָּקַק, daqaq for "crushing") emphasize the totality of its conquest and the thoroughness with which it subdues its enemies. This imagery serves as a warning of the destructive potential of unchecked power.

with iron teeth and bronze claws
The "iron teeth and bronze claws" symbolize strength and durability. Iron and bronze were materials associated with military might and technological advancement in ancient times. This imagery suggests a kingdom equipped with the means to dominate and control, reflecting the Roman Empire's military prowess.

and trampling underfoot whatever was left
The phrase "trampling underfoot whatever was left" illustrates the beast's relentless and merciless nature. The Hebrew word for "trampling" (רָמַס, ramas) conveys a sense of complete domination and disregard for anything that remains. This serves as a metaphor for the oppressive nature of earthly powers that seek to obliterate all opposition.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(19) Whose teeth.--The recapitulation in this verse of what was stated in Daniel 7:7 must be noticed. The additional features mentioned here are the brazen claws. (Comp. Daniel 2:37; Daniel 4:20.)

Pulpit Commentary

Verses 19-22. - Then I would know the truth of the fourth beast, which was diverse from all the others, exceeding dreadful, whose teeth were of iron, and his nails of brass; which devoured, brake in pieces, and stamped the residue with his feet; and of the ten horns that were in his head, and of the other which came up, and before whom three fell; even of that horn that had eyes, and a mouth that spake very great things, whose look was more stout than his fellows. I beheld, and the same horn made war with the saints, and prevailed against them; until the Ancient of days came, and judgment was given to the saints of the Most High; and the time came that the saints possessed the kingdom. In regard to the version of the LXX. here, we have the advantage of Justin Martyr's transcription, in which, however, the difference from the Chigi texts are not of great importance. The LXX. here is pretty close to the Masseretic text. "Behold" has intruded into the text; it is, however, omitted from Justin Martyr. Another clause, evidently a doublet, is emitted also, and the clause assumes nearly the shape it has in Theodotion. It is difficult to imagine how the reading of the LXX. arose. The differences from the Massoretic text are for the rest not essential. This is the case with Theodotion and the Peshitta. These verses to some extent recapitulate the earlier description of this fourth beast. There are, however, features added - to the "iron teeth" of the seventh verse are added "claws of brass." The main change is in regard to the little horn that came up last. We not only learn here that three other horns were plucked up before it, but the personification is now carried further, and the horn makes war against the saints, and prevails against them. This description does not suit Epiphanes. He certainly made war against the saints, but as certainly he did not prevail against them. When he came up from Egypt, and entered into the sanctuary and plundered it, he could not be said to make war against Israel. Judaea was one of his own provinces. When a tyrannical government takes possession of the wealth and property of individuals or corporations, it may be called cruel and oppressive, but its conduct is not called war. Even the massacre of the inhabitants of Jerusalem by the collector of taxes was not war. There was no war levied by Epiphanes against the saints till Mattathias and his sons rebelled, and thereafter Epiphanes did not prevail against the Jews. The Romans did make war against Israel, and did prevail. If the saints are a nation, then Epiphanes did not prevail in war against them If persecution is to be regarded as warfare, then it is not warfare against a nation, but against a community like a Church. If we look upon the Christian Church as succeeding to the position of Israel, then Rome persecuted the Church, and persecution ceased only when Rome became Christian. But a wider view opens itself to us. All modern states are in a sense a continuance of Rome, and so far as they do not submit themselves to the direction of Christ, they are still at war with the saints. It is only when the Son of man comes in his power that the kingdom will belong to the saints. It is to be observed, the figure of an assize is still kept up, and "judgment is given to" or "for the saints," and in virtue of this decision they possess the kingdom.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Then
אֱדַ֗יִן (’ĕ·ḏa·yin)
Adverb
Strong's 116: Then, thereupon

I wanted
צְבִית֙ (ṣə·ḇîṯ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 6634: To be inclined, desire, be pleased

to know the true meaning
לְיַצָּבָ֔א (lə·yaṣ·ṣā·ḇā)
Preposition-l | Verb - Piel - Infinitive construct
Strong's 3321: To make certain, gain certainty

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

the fourth
רְבִיעָ֣יְתָ֔א (rə·ḇî·‘ā·yə·ṯā)
Number - ordinal feminine singular determinate
Strong's 7244: Fourth, a fourth

beast,
חֵֽיוְתָא֙ (ḥê·wə·ṯā)
Noun - feminine singular determinate
Strong's 2423: An animal

which
דִּֽי־ (dî-)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because

was
הֲוָ֥ת (hă·wāṯ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 1934: To become, come to pass, be

different
שָֽׁנְיָ֖ה (šā·nə·yāh)
Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular
Strong's 8133: To change

from
מִן־ (min-)
Preposition
Strong's 4481: From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than

all the [others]—
כָּלְּהֵ֑ין (kāl·lə·hên)
Noun - masculine singular construct | third person feminine plural
Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every

extremely
יַתִּ֗ירָה (yat·tî·rāh)
Adjective - feminine singular
Strong's 3493: Preeminent, surpassing

terrifying—
דְּחִילָ֣ה (də·ḥî·lāh)
Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - feminine singular
Strong's 1763: To slink, to fear, be formidable

with iron
פַרְזֶל֙ (p̄ar·zel)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 6523: Iron

teeth
שִׁנַּ֤הּ (šin·nah)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 8128: A tooth

and bronze
נְחָ֔שׁ (nə·ḥāš)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5174: Copper, bronze

claws,
וְטִפְרַ֣יהּ (wə·ṭip̄·rayh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 2953: A finger-nail, a hoof, claw

devouring,
אָֽכְלָ֣ה (’ā·ḵə·lāh)
Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular
Strong's 399: To eat, devour

crushing,
מַדֲּקָ֔ה (mad·dă·qāh)
Verb - Hifil - Participle - feminine singular
Strong's 1855: To be shattered, fall to pieces

and trampling
רָֽפְסָֽה׃ (rā·p̄ə·sāh)
Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular
Strong's 7512: To trample, prostrate

underfoot
בְּרַגְלַ֥יהּ‪‬ (bə·raḡ·layh)
Preposition-b | Noun - feminine plural construct | third person feminine singular
Strong's 7271: A foot, a step, the pudenda

whatever was left.
וּשְׁאָרָ֖א (ū·šə·’ā·rā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 7606: Rest, remainder

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