Daniel 10:8
Daniel 10:8 in Multiple Translations
So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless.
Therefore I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me: for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength.
So I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me; for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength.
So I was by myself, and I saw this great vision, and all my strength went from me; and the colour went from my face.
I was left alone to see this wonderful vision. My strength drained away, and my face turned pale as death. I didn't have an ounce of strength left.
Therefore I was left alone, and sawe this great vision, and there remained no strength in me: for my strength was turned in me into corruption, and I reteined no power.
and I have been left by myself, and I see this great appearance, and there hath been no power left in me, and my honour hath been turned in me to corruption, yea, I have not retained power.
So I was left alone and saw this great vision. No strength remained in me; for my face grew deathly pale, and I retained no strength.
Therefore I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me: for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength.
And I being left alone saw this great vision: and there remained no strength in me, and the appearance of my countenance was changed in me, and I fainted away, and retained no strength.
So I was left there by myself, looking at this very unusual vision. I had no strength left. My face became very pale, with the result that no one would have recognized me.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 10:8
Study Notes — Daniel 10:8
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- Daniel 10:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 10:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 10:8
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 10:8
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 10:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
- Sermons on Daniel 10:8
Context — Daniel’s Vision by the Tigris
8So I was left alone, gazing at this great vision. No strength remained in me; my face grew deathly pale, and I was powerless.
9I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. 10Suddenly, a hand touched me and set me trembling on my hands and knees.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 7:28 | Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.” |
| 2 | Habakkuk 3:16 | I heard and trembled within; my lips quivered at the sound. Decay entered my bones; I trembled where I stood. Yet I must wait patiently for the day of distress to come upon the people who invade us. |
| 3 | Daniel 8:27 | I, Daniel, was exhausted and lay ill for days. Then I got up and went about the king’s business. I was confounded by the vision; it was beyond understanding. |
| 4 | Mark 9:6 | For they were all so terrified that Peter did not know what else to say. |
| 5 | Matthew 17:6 | When the disciples heard this, they fell facedown in terror. |
| 6 | Revelation 1:17 | When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last, |
| 7 | 2 Corinthians 12:2–3 | I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of it I do not know, but God knows. And I know that this man—whether in the body or out of it I do not know, but God knows— |
| 8 | Genesis 32:24–25 | So Jacob was left all alone, and there a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When the man saw that he could not overpower Jacob, he struck the socket of Jacob’s hip and dislocated it as they wrestled. |
| 9 | Daniel 8:7 | I saw him approach the ram in a rage against him, and he struck the ram and shattered his two horns. The ram was powerless to stand against him, and the goat threw him to the ground and trampled him, and no one could deliver the ram from his power. |
| 10 | 2 Corinthians 12:7 | or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. |
Daniel 10:8 Summary
In Daniel 10:8, we see that Daniel was deeply affected by the vision he saw, losing all his strength and turning pale. This shows us that encounters with God can be overwhelming and even frightening at times, as seen in other parts of the Bible like Isaiah 6:1-5. However, it's in these moments that we can experience a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God, and can learn to trust in His power and love for us (Psalm 23:4). As we reflect on this verse, we can ask ourselves how we can cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God in our daily lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean that Daniel was left alone gazing at the vision?
This means that Daniel was the only one who saw the vision, as stated in Daniel 10:7, and he was deeply affected by it, similar to how the prophet Ezekiel was affected by his visions in Ezekiel 1:1-28.
Why did Daniel lose all his strength and turn pale?
Daniel's physical reaction was likely due to the overwhelming nature of the vision, which was a divine encounter, as seen in other instances like Isaiah 6:1-5 where the prophet Isaiah was awestruck by his vision of God.
Is it common for people to experience physical weakness in the presence of God or divine beings?
Yes, it is not uncommon for people in the Bible to experience physical weakness or fear in the presence of God or divine beings, as seen in Daniel 10:8, Ezekiel 1:28, and Revelation 1:17.
How does this verse relate to the concept of the fear of the Lord?
This verse illustrates the fear of the Lord, which is a theme throughout the Bible, as seen in Proverbs 1:7 and Psalm 111:10, where it is written that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom and knowledge.
Reflection Questions
- What are some times in my life when I have felt overwhelmed by a spiritual experience or encounter?
- How can I cultivate a deeper sense of reverence and awe for God in my daily life?
- What are some ways that I can prepare myself to receive a vision or message from God, like Daniel did in this verse?
- How can I balance the fear of the Lord with the love and grace that God also offers to us, as seen in 1 John 4:18?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 10:8
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 10:8
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 10:8
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 10:8
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 10:8
Sermons on Daniel 10:8
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(Daniel) Antiochus and Antichrist Revisited by David Guzik | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the story of Daniel and his encounter with an angelic messenger from God. The speaker highlights Daniel's persistence in prayer and how it le |
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(Through the Bible) Isaiah 6-10 by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of studying and understanding the descriptions of the heavenly scene in the Bible. He encourages believers to read chapters li |
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Job #4: God's Appearance by Stephen Kaung | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need for humility and self-awareness in the presence of God. He references biblical examples such as Eli and Daniel, who recognized their |
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The Sudden Appearing of Christ by Carter Conlon | This sermon emphasizes the sudden appearing of Christ, drawing parallels from the Old Testament temple encounters with God. It highlights the need for a deep inner working of the H |
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A Fresh Encounter With the Real Jesus by Brian Long | In this sermon, the preacher highlights various descriptions of Jesus found in different books of the Bible. He emphasizes that Jesus is a miracle worker, the Son of Man, and the S |
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That They Have Great Effects on the Body, Is No Sign by Jonathan Edwards | Jonathan Edwards discusses the effects of affections on the body, emphasizing that all affections, whether spiritual or not, have some impact on the body due to the close connectio |
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Humility by D.L. Moody | D.L. Moody emphasizes the profound impact of encountering God, illustrating that true humility arises when one recognizes their own unworthiness in the presence of the divine. He r |







