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Daniel 2:36

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Berean Standard Bible

This was the dream; now we will tell the king its interpretation.

American Standard Version (1901)

This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the king.

Bible in Basic English

This is the dream; and we will make clear to the king the sense of it.

Free Bible Version

This was the dream, and now we will explain what it means to the king.

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the king.

Translation for Translators

That was what you dreamed. Now I will tell you what it means.

Unlocked Literal Bible

This was your dream. Now we will tell the king the meaning.

Noah Webster Bible

This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation of it before the king.

World English Bible

“This is the dream; and we will tell its interpretation before the king.

Young's Literal Translation

This [is] the dream, and its interpretation we do tell before the king.

Context

Daniel Interprets the Dream

³⁵Then the iron, clay, bronze, silver, and gold were shattered and became like chaff on the threshing floor in summer. The wind carried them away, and not a trace of them could be found. But the stone that had struck the statue became a great mountain and filled the whole earth.³⁶This was the dream; now we will tell the king its interpretation.

Summary

In this verse, King Nebuchadnezzar acknowledges the authority and wisdom of Daniel's God after Daniel interpreted his dream accurately. It demonstrates the power of God to reveal mysteries and the importance of giving glory to Him for His divine insight. Nebuchadnezzar's recognition of God's supremacy marks a significant moment of humility and realization of the limitations of human wisdom. This event sets the stage for Nebuchadnezzar's gradual understanding and acceptance of the God of Israel as the one true God. Ultimately, this verse showcases God's sovereignty and ability to work through His faithful servants to accomplish His purposes.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

we--Daniel and his three friends.

Daniel 2:36

Daniel Interprets the Dream

³⁵Then the iron, clay, bronze, silver, and gold were shattered and became like chaff on the threshing floor in summer. The wind carried them away, and not a trace of them could be found. But the stone that had struck the statue became a great mountain and filled the whole earth.³⁶This was the dream; now we will tell the king its interpretation.

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Berean Standard Bible

This was the dream; now we will tell the king its interpretation.

American Standard Version (1901)

This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the king.

Bible in Basic English

This is the dream; and we will make clear to the king the sense of it.

Free Bible Version

This was the dream, and now we will explain what it means to the king.

King James (Authorized) Version

¶ This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the king.

Translation for Translators

That was what you dreamed. Now I will tell you what it means.

Unlocked Literal Bible

This was your dream. Now we will tell the king the meaning.

Noah Webster Bible

This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation of it before the king.

World English Bible

“This is the dream; and we will tell its interpretation before the king.

Young's Literal Translation

This [is] the dream, and its interpretation we do tell before the king.