Daniel 7:27
New International Version
Then the sovereignty, power and greatness of all the kingdoms under heaven will be handed over to the holy people of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will worship and obey him.’

New Living Translation
Then the sovereignty, power, and greatness of all the kingdoms under heaven will be given to the holy people of the Most High. His kingdom will last forever, and all rulers will serve and obey him.”

English Standard Version
And the kingdom and the dominion and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High; his kingdom shall be an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.’

Berean Standard Bible
Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’

King James Bible
And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

New King James Version
Then the kingdom and dominion, And the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven, Shall be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, And all dominions shall serve and obey Him.’

New American Standard Bible
Then the sovereignty, the dominion, and the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be given to the people of the saints of the Highest One; His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the empires will serve and obey Him.’

NASB 1995
Then the sovereignty, the dominion and the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be given to the people of the saints of the Highest One; His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the dominions will serve and obey Him.’

NASB 1977
‘Then the sovereignty, the dominion, and the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be given to the people of the saints of the Highest One; His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the dominions will serve and obey Him.’

Legacy Standard Bible
Then the reign, the dominion, and the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be given to the people of the saints of the Highest One; His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the dominions will serve and obey Him.’

Amplified Bible
Then the kingdom and the dominion and the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heaven will be given to the people of the saints (believers) of the Most High; His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the dominions will serve and obey Him.’

Christian Standard Bible
The kingdom, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the holy ones of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey him.’

Holman Christian Standard Bible
The kingdom, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the holy ones of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’”

American Standard Version
And the kingdom and the dominion, and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High: his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

Contemporary English Version
"Then the greatest kingdom of all will be given to the chosen ones of God Most High. His kingdom will be eternal, and all others will serve and obey him."

English Revised Version
And the kingdom and the dominion, and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High: his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
The kingdom, along with the power and greatness of all the kingdoms under heaven, will be given to the holy people of the Most High. Their kingdom is eternal. All other powers will serve and obey them."

Good News Translation
The power and greatness of all the kingdoms on earth will be given to the people of the Supreme God. Their royal power will never end, and all rulers on earth will serve and obey them."

International Standard Version
Then the kingdom, authority, and magnificence of all nations of the earth will be given to the people who are the saints of the Highest One. His kingdom will endure forever, and all authorities will serve him and obey him.'

Majority Standard Bible
Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.?

NET Bible
Then the kingdom, authority, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be delivered to the people of the holy ones of the Most High. His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; all authorities will serve him and obey him.'

New Heart English Bible
The kingdom and the dominion, and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the holy ones of the Most High. His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.'

Webster's Bible Translation
And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

World English Bible
The kingdom and the dominion, and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole sky, will be given to the people of the saints of the Most High. His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions will serve and obey him.’
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
and the kingdom, and the dominion, even the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heavens, is given to the people—the saints of the Most High, His kingdom [is] a continuous kingdom, and all dominions serve and obey Him.

Young's Literal Translation
and the kingdom, and the dominion, even the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heavens, is given to the people -- the saints of the Most High, His kingdom is a kingdom age-during, and all dominions do serve and obey Him.

Smith's Literal Translation
And the kingdom and the power, and the greatness of the kingdom under All the heavens was given to the people of the holy ones of the Most High his kingdom an eternal kingdom, and all powers shall serve to him, and shall hear.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And that the kingdom, and power, and the greatness of the kingdom, under the whole heaven, may be given to the people of the saints of the most High: whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all kings shall serve him, and shall obey him.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Yet the kingdom, and the power, and the greatness of that kingdom, which is under all of heaven, shall be given to the people of the holy ones of the Most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all kings will serve and obey him.”

New American Bible
Then the kingship and dominion and majesty of all the kingdoms under the heavens shall be given to the people of the holy ones of the Most High, Whose kingship shall be an everlasting kingship, whom all dominions shall serve and obey.”

New Revised Standard Version
The kingship and dominion and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven shall be given to the people of the holy ones of the Most High; their kingdom shall be an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey them.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
And the dominions and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven shall be given to the holy people of the Most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Because the kingdom and authority and the greatness and the kingdom under Heaven is given to the holy people of The Highest. His kingdom is the kingdom of eternity, and all dominions shall fall down and shall be obedient to him
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And the kingdom and the dominion, and the greatness of the kingdoms under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the Most High; their kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey them.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And the kingdom and the power and the greatness of the kings that are under the whole heaven were given to the saints of the Most High; and his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all powers shall serve and obey him.

Additional Translations ...
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Context
Daniel's Visions Interpreted
26But the court will convene, and his dominion will be taken away and completely destroyed forever. 27Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’ 28Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.”…

Cross References
Revelation 11:15
Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”

Revelation 5:10
You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign upon the earth.”

Revelation 20:4
Then I saw the thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or hands. And they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years.

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.

Matthew 25:34
Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by My Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world.

Luke 1:33
and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!”

1 Corinthians 15:24-25
Then the end will come, when He hands over the kingdom to God the Father after He has destroyed all dominion, authority, and power. / For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under His feet.

Ephesians 1:18-23
I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints, / and the surpassing greatness of His power to us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of His mighty strength, / which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, ...

Colossians 1:13
He has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of His beloved Son,

Hebrews 12:28
Therefore, since we are receiving an unshakable kingdom, let us be filled with gratitude, and so worship God acceptably with reverence and awe.

Isaiah 9:7
Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish and sustain it with justice and righteousness from that time and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of Hosts will accomplish this.

Isaiah 60:12
For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed.

Psalm 22:28
For dominion belongs to the LORD and He rules over the nations.

Psalm 72:11
May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him.

Psalm 145:13
Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and Your dominion endures through all generations. The LORD is faithful in all His words and kind in all His actions.


Treasury of Scripture

And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

the kingdom and.

Daniel 7:14,18,22
And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed…

Psalm 149:5-9
Let the saints be joyful in glory: let them sing aloud upon their beds…

Isaiah 49:23-26
And kings shall be thy nursing fathers, and their queens thy nursing mothers: they shall bow down to thee with their face toward the earth, and lick up the dust of thy feet; and thou shalt know that I am the LORD: for they shall not be ashamed that wait for me…

whose kingdom.

Daniel 2:44
And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever.

Daniel 4:34
And at the end of the days I Nebuchadnezzar lifted up mine eyes unto heaven, and mine understanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most High, and I praised and honoured him that liveth for ever, whose dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from generation to generation:

Psalm 145:13
Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all generations.

and all.

Psalm 2:6-12
Yet have I set my king upon my holy hill of Zion…

Psalm 22:27
All the ends of the world shall remember and turn unto the LORD: and all the kindreds of the nations shall worship before thee.

Psalm 72:11
Yea, all kings shall fall down before him: all nations shall serve him.

dominions.

Revelation 17:14
These shall make war with the Lamb, and the Lamb shall overcome them: for he is Lord of lords, and King of kings: and they that are with him are called, and chosen, and faithful.

Revelation 19:16
And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS.

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Daniel 7
1. Daniel's vision of the four beasts,
9. and of God's kingdom.
15. The interpretation thereof.














Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven
This phrase indicates a transfer of power and authority. In the context of Daniel 7, it follows a vision of four beasts representing successive empires. The phrase suggests a culmination of earthly kingdoms being replaced by a divine kingdom. The "kingdoms under all of heaven" implies a universal scope, encompassing all earthly realms. This reflects the biblical theme of God's ultimate authority over all nations, as seen in Psalms 22:28 and Revelation 11:15, where God's reign is established over the earth.

will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High.
The "saints of the Most High" refers to God's faithful people, often understood as those who remain true to God amidst persecution. This transfer of power to the saints is a recurring theme in biblical prophecy, highlighting the eventual vindication and exaltation of God's people. It echoes the promises found in passages like Matthew 5:5, where the meek inherit the earth, and Revelation 20:4, where the faithful reign with Christ. This reflects the biblical principle that those who suffer for righteousness will ultimately be rewarded.

His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom,
The everlasting nature of this kingdom contrasts with the temporary and often oppressive reigns of earthly empires. This eternal kingdom is a central theme in biblical prophecy, emphasizing God's unchanging sovereignty. It aligns with the promises made to David in 2 Samuel 7:16, where his throne is established forever, and is fulfilled in the New Testament through Jesus Christ, as seen in Luke 1:33. The eternal kingdom underscores the hope of a future where God's justice and peace prevail eternally.

and all rulers will serve and obey Him.
This phrase indicates a future where all earthly authorities recognize and submit to God's ultimate rule. It reflects the prophetic vision of universal acknowledgment of God's sovereignty, as seen in Philippians 2:10-11, where every knee bows to Christ. This submission of rulers is a reversal of the rebellion and pride often associated with human governance, as depicted in Psalm 2. It points to a time when God's righteous rule is fully realized, and all creation aligns with His will.

Persons / Places / Events
1. The Saints of the Most High
Refers to the faithful believers who are set apart for God. In the context of Daniel, these are the people who remain true to God amidst persecution and trials.

2. The Most High
A title for God, emphasizing His supreme authority and power over all creation. In Hebrew, this is "El Elyon," highlighting God's sovereignty.

3. The Kingdoms under Heaven
Represents all earthly kingdoms and authorities that exist under God's ultimate rule.

4. Everlasting Kingdom
The eternal reign of God, which will be established and will never end. This is a central theme in biblical prophecy, pointing to the ultimate fulfillment in Christ's reign.

5. Rulers
Earthly leaders and authorities who will ultimately recognize and submit to God's supreme authority.
Teaching Points
God's Sovereignty
Recognize that all earthly power is temporary and subject to God's ultimate authority. This should bring comfort and assurance to believers facing trials.

The Role of the Saints
Understand that believers are called to be faithful and set apart, participating in God's kingdom work now and in the future.

Eternal Perspective
Focus on the eternal kingdom rather than temporary earthly gains. This perspective helps in prioritizing spiritual growth and service.

Submission to God's Authority
Encourage believers to live in obedience to God, knowing that all rulers and authorities will ultimately submit to Him.

Hope in God's Promises
Hold onto the promise of God's everlasting kingdom, which provides hope and motivation to persevere in faith.(27) Comp. Daniel 7:14; Daniel 7:18.



Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Then the sovereignty,
וּמַלְכוּתָ֨ה (ū·mal·ḵū·ṯāh)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular determinate
Strong's 4437: Royalty, reign, kingdom

dominion,
וְשָׁלְטָנָ֜א (wə·šā·lə·ṭā·nā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 7985: Dominion

and greatness
וּרְבוּתָ֗א (ū·rə·ḇū·ṯā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular determinate
Strong's 7238: Greatness

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

the kingdoms
מַלְכְוָת֙ (mal·ḵə·wāṯ)
Noun - feminine plural construct
Strong's 4437: Royalty, reign, kingdom

under
תְּח֣וֹת (tə·ḥō·wṯ)
Preposition
Strong's 8460: Beneath

all
כָּל־ (kāl-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3606: The whole, all, any, every

of heaven
שְׁמַיָּ֔א (šə·may·yā)
Noun - mdd
Strong's 8065: The sky

will be given
יְהִיבַ֕ת (yə·hî·ḇaṯ)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person feminine singular
Strong's 3052: To give, to put, imperatively, come

to the people,
לְעַ֖ם (lə·‘am)
Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 5972: A people, a tribe, troops, attendants, a flock

the saints
קַדִּישֵׁ֣י (qad·dî·šê)
Adjective - masculine plural construct
Strong's 6922: Sacred, God, an angel, a saint, a sanctuary

of the Most High.
עֶלְיוֹנִ֑ין (‘el·yō·w·nîn)
Adjective - masculine plural
Strong's 5946: One -- 'high', a name of God

His kingdom
מַלְכוּתֵהּ֙ (mal·ḵū·ṯêh)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 4437: Royalty, reign, kingdom

will be an everlasting
עָלַ֔ם (‘ā·lam)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 5957: Remote time, the future, past, forever

kingdom,
מַלְכ֣וּת (mal·ḵūṯ)
Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 4437: Royalty, reign, kingdom

and all
וְכֹל֙ (wə·ḵōl)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 3606: The whole, all, any, every

rulers
שָׁלְטָ֣נַיָּ֔א (šā·lə·ṭā·nay·yā)
Noun - masculine plural determinate
Strong's 7985: Dominion

will serve
יִפְלְח֖וּן (yip̄·lə·ḥūn)
Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6399: To pay reverence to, serve

and obey Him.’
וְיִֽשְׁתַּמְּעֽוּן׃ (wə·yiš·tam·mə·‘ūn)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hitpael - Conjunctive imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 8086: To hear intelligently


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