Daniel 2:44
Daniel 2:44 in Multiple Translations
In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever.
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.
And in the days of those kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed, nor shall the sovereignty thereof be left to another people; but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever.
And in the days of those kings, the God of heaven will put up a kingdom which will never come to destruction, and its power will never be given into the hands of another people, and all these kingdoms will be broken and overcome by it, but it will keep its place for ever.
During the time of these kings the God of heaven will set up an eternal kingdom that will never be destroyed or taken over by others. It will crush all these kingdoms, bringing them to an end, and it will last forever.
And in the dayes of these Kings, shall the God of heauen set vp a kingdome, which shall neuer be destroyed: and this kingdome shall not be giuen to another people, but it shall breake, and destroy al these kingdomes, and it shall stand for euer.
'And in the days of these kings raise up doth the God of the heavens a kingdom that is not destroyed — to the age, and its kingdom to another people is not left: it beateth small and endeth all these kingdoms, and it standeth to the age.
“In the days of those kings the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which will never be destroyed, nor will its sovereignty be left to another people; but it will break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it will stand forever.
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.
But in the days of those kingdoms the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that shall never be destroyed, and his kingdom shall not be delivered up to another people, and it shall break in pieces, and shall consume all these kingdoms, and itself shall stand for ever.
But while those kings are ruling, God who rules in heaven will establish a kingdom that will never end. No one will ever defeat its king. He will completely destroy all those kingdoms, but his kingdom will remain forever.
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Daniel 2:44 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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וּֽ/בְ/יוֹמֵי/ה֞וֹן
דִּ֧י
מַלְכַיָּ֣/א
אִנּ֗וּן
יְקִים֩
אֱלָ֨הּ
שְׁמַיָּ֤/א
מַלְכוּ֙
דִּ֤י
לְ/עָלְמִין֙
לָ֣א
תִתְחַבַּ֔ל
וּ/מַ֨לְכוּתָ֔/ה
לְ/עַ֥ם
אָחֳרָ֖ן
לָ֣א
תִשְׁתְּבִ֑ק
תַּדִּ֤ק
וְ/תָסֵיף֙
כָּל
אִלֵּ֣ין
מַלְכְוָתָ֔/א
וְ/הִ֖יא
תְּק֥וּם
לְ/עָלְמַיָּֽ/א
וּֽ/בְ/יוֹמֵי/ה֞וֹן
yôwm
H3118
day
Adj | Prep | N-mp | Suff
דִּ֧י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
מַלְכַיָּ֣/א
melek
H4430
king
Adj | Art
אִנּ֗וּן
ʼinnûwn
H581
they
Adj
יְקִים֩
qûwm
H6966
to stand
Adj
אֱלָ֨הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
god
Adj
שְׁמַיָּ֤/א
shâmayin
H8065
heaven
Adj | Art
מַלְכוּ֙
malkûw
H4437
kingdom
Adj
דִּ֤י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
לְ/עָלְמִין֙
ʻâlam
H5957
perpetuity
Adj | N-mp
לָ֣א
lâʼ
H3809
not
Adj
תִתְחַבַּ֔ל
chăbal
H2255
to destroy
Adj
וּ/מַ֨לְכוּתָ֔/ה
malkûw
H4437
kingdom
Adj | N-fs | Art
לְ/עַ֥ם
ʻam
H5972
people
Adj | N-ms
אָחֳרָ֖ן
ʼochŏrân
H321
another
Adj
לָ֣א
lâʼ
H3809
not
Adj
תִשְׁתְּבִ֑ק
shᵉbaq
H7662
to be left
Adj
תַּדִּ֤ק
dᵉqaq
H1855
to break up
Adj
וְ/תָסֵיף֙
çûwph
H5487
be fulfilled
Adj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3fs
כָּל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj
אִלֵּ֣ין
ʼillêyn
H459
these
Adj
מַלְכְוָתָ֔/א
malkûw
H4437
kingdom
Adj | Art
וְ/הִ֖יא
hûwʼ
H1932
he/she/it
Adj | Pron
תְּק֥וּם
qûwm
H6966
to stand
Adj
לְ/עָלְמַיָּֽ/א
ʻâlam
H5957
perpetuity
Adj | N-mp | Art
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 2:44
וּֽ/בְ/יוֹמֵי/ה֞וֹן
yôwm
H3118
"day"
Adj | Prep | N-mp | Suff
The word 'yom' is used in the Bible to refer to a 24-hour period, and when modified by a number, it always refers to a specific day. For example, 'three days' or 'forty days' would be translated using the word 'yom'. This word is an important part of the Bible's system of timekeeping.
Definition: 1) day 2) day always refers to a twenty-four hour period when the word is modified by a definite or cardinal number
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: day (by day), time. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:11; Daniel 7:22.
דִּ֧י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
מַלְכַיָּ֣/א
melek
H4430
"king"
Adj | Art
Melek means king, referring to a ruler or monarch, used in the Bible to describe kings like David and Solomon. It is translated as king or royal in the KJV.
Definition: king Aramaic of me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "king" H4428) § 1) king
Usage: Occurs in 131 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:1; Daniel 7:24.
אִנּ֗וּן
ʼinnûwn
H581
"they"
Adj
This Aramaic word means 'they' and is used to refer to a group of females. It's similar to the Hebrew word 'hem.mah', which means 'they'. The KJV translates it as 'them' or 'these'.
Definition: these, those, they Aramaic of hem.mah (הֵ֫מָּה "they(masc.)" H1992)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] are, them, these. See also: Ezra 5:4; Daniel 6:25; Daniel 7:17.
יְקִים֩
qûwm
H6966
"to stand"
Adj
Qum means to establish or confirm something, like setting up a new system or lifting someone up to a position of power, as described in the books of Kings and Chronicles.
Definition: : establish/stand_firm/confirm/fulfill/fix 1) to arise, stand 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to arise from 1a2) to come on the scene (fig) 1a3) to arise (out of inaction) 1a4) to stand 1a5) to endure 1b) (Pael) to set up, establish 1c) (Aphel) 1c1) to set up 1c2) to lift up 1c3) to establish 1c4) to appoint 1d) (Hophal) to be made to stand
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: appoint, establish, make, raise up self, (a-) rise (up), (make to) stand, set (up). See also: Ezra 5:2; Daniel 4:14; Daniel 7:24.
אֱלָ֨הּ
ʼĕlâhh
H426
"god"
Adj
This word means God, referring to the God of Israel or a heathen deity, as seen in various KJV translations. It is used to describe a divine being.
Definition: 1) god, God 1a) god, heathen deity 1b) God (of Israel)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 2:19; Jeremiah 10:11.
שְׁמַיָּ֤/א
shâmayin
H8065
"heaven"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word for heaven is similar to the Hebrew word, referring to the sky and the abode of God. It is used to describe the dwelling place of God in the Bible.
Definition: 1) heaven, heavens, sky 1a) visible sky 1b) Heaven (as abode of God)
Usage: Occurs in 35 OT verses. KJV: heaven. See also: Ezra 5:11; Daniel 4:12; Jeremiah 10:11.
מַלְכוּ֙
malkûw
H4437
"kingdom"
Adj
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
דִּ֤י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
לְ/עָלְמִין֙
ʻâlam
H5957
"perpetuity"
Adj | N-mp
This word refers to a very long time, often forever or eternity. It is used to describe something that has been true for a long time or will be true forever. It appears in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature.
Definition: perpetuity, antiquity, for ever Aramaic of o.lam (עוֹלָם ": old" H5769J)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: for (n-)ever (lasting), old. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 4:31; Daniel 7:27.
לָ֣א
lâʼ
H3809
"not"
Adj
Means 'not' or 'nothing', often used to show something is absent or non-existent, like in Genesis. It implies a simple or absolute negation. Used over 2000 times in the Bible.
Definition: no, not, nothing Aramaic of lo (לֹא "not" H3808)
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: or even, neither, no(-ne, -r), (can-) not, as nothing, without. See also: Ezra 4:13; Daniel 3:16; Jeremiah 10:11.
תִתְחַבַּ֔ל
chăbal
H2255
"to destroy"
Adj
This word means to hurt or destroy something, causing damage or ruin. It is used in the Old Testament to describe physical harm or destruction. In the KJV, it is translated as 'destroy' or 'hurt'.
Definition: 1) to hurt, destroy 1a) (Pael) to hurt, destroy 1b) (Ithpael) to be destroyed
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: destroy, hurt. See also: Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:23; Daniel 7:14.
וּ/מַ֨לְכוּתָ֔/ה
malkûw
H4437
"kingdom"
Adj | N-fs | Art
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
לְ/עַ֥ם
ʻam
H5972
"people"
Adj | N-ms
This Hebrew word is similar to H5971 and also means a people or nation, like the people of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It's used to describe a group of people, and is often translated as people or nation in English Bibles. The word is used to convey a sense of community or collective identity.
Definition: people Aramaic of am (עַם ": people" H5971A)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: people. See also: Ezra 5:12; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 7:27.
אָחֳרָ֖ן
ʼochŏrân
H321
"another"
Adj
The Hebrew word for another or other, used to describe something different or distinct, like in the phrase 'another time'.
Definition: other, another Aramaic of a.cher (אַחֵר "another" H0312)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: (an-) other. See also: Daniel 2:11; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:24.
לָ֣א
lâʼ
H3809
"not"
Adj
Means 'not' or 'nothing', often used to show something is absent or non-existent, like in Genesis. It implies a simple or absolute negation. Used over 2000 times in the Bible.
Definition: no, not, nothing Aramaic of lo (לֹא "not" H3808)
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: or even, neither, no(-ne, -r), (can-) not, as nothing, without. See also: Ezra 4:13; Daniel 3:16; Jeremiah 10:11.
תִשְׁתְּבִ֑ק
shᵉbaq
H7662
"to be left"
Adj
This word means to leave something or someone alone, allowing it to remain as is. It can also mean to quit or stop doing something. In the Bible, it's translated as leave or let alone.
Definition: 1) to leave, let alone 1a) (P'al) to leave, let alone 1b) (Ithpael) to be left
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: leave, let alone. See also: Ezra 6:7; Daniel 4:12; Daniel 4:23.
תַּדִּ֤ק
dᵉqaq
H1855
"to break up"
Adj
Means to break something into pieces, like shattering an object or crushing it into fragments, used in the Bible to describe destruction or chaos.
Definition: 1) to break into pieces, fall into pieces, be shattered 1a) (P'al) to be shattered 1b) (Aphel) to break into pieces
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: break to pieces. See also: Daniel 2:34; Daniel 2:45; Daniel 7:23.
וְ/תָסֵיף֙
çûwph
H5487
"be fulfilled"
Adj | V-Hiphil-Imperf-3fs
This word means to be fulfilled or completed, often used to describe the end of a period of time or a prophecy. It is used in the Bible to describe the fulfillment of God's plans, as seen in the book of Daniel.
Definition: 1) to be fulfilled, be completed, come to an end 1a) (P'al) to be fulfilled, be completed 1b) (Aphel) to put an end to
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: consume, fulfill. See also: Daniel 2:44; Daniel 4:30.
כָּל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
אִלֵּ֣ין
ʼillêyn
H459
"these"
Adj
This Aramaic word means these or those, used to point out specific people or things. It is similar to the Hebrew word for these. The KJV translates it as the or these.
Definition: these, those Aramaic of el (אֵל "these" H0411)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: the, these. See also: Daniel 2:40; Daniel 6:3; Daniel 7:17.
מַלְכְוָתָ֔/א
malkûw
H4437
"kingdom"
Adj | Art
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
וְ/הִ֖יא
hûwʼ
H1932
"he/she/it"
Adj | Pron
This Hebrew word means 'he', 'she', or 'it', often used to emphasize the subject of a sentence, as seen in Genesis and Exodus. It can also be used as a demonstrative, meaning 'this' or 'that'.
Definition: 1) he, she, it 1a) (emphasising and resuming subject) 1b)(anticipating subj) 1c) as demons pron 1d) (relative) 1e) (affirming existence)
Usage: Occurs in 22 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] are, it, this. See also: Ezra 5:8; Daniel 3:15; Daniel 7:24.
תְּק֥וּם
qûwm
H6966
"to stand"
Adj
Qum means to establish or confirm something, like setting up a new system or lifting someone up to a position of power, as described in the books of Kings and Chronicles.
Definition: : establish/stand_firm/confirm/fulfill/fix 1) to arise, stand 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to arise from 1a2) to come on the scene (fig) 1a3) to arise (out of inaction) 1a4) to stand 1a5) to endure 1b) (Pael) to set up, establish 1c) (Aphel) 1c1) to set up 1c2) to lift up 1c3) to establish 1c4) to appoint 1d) (Hophal) to be made to stand
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: appoint, establish, make, raise up self, (a-) rise (up), (make to) stand, set (up). See also: Ezra 5:2; Daniel 4:14; Daniel 7:24.
לְ/עָלְמַיָּֽ/א
ʻâlam
H5957
"perpetuity"
Adj | N-mp | Art
This word refers to a very long time, often forever or eternity. It is used to describe something that has been true for a long time or will be true forever. It appears in the Bible to describe God's eternal nature.
Definition: perpetuity, antiquity, for ever Aramaic of o.lam (עוֹלָם ": old" H5769J)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: for (n-)ever (lasting), old. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 4:31; Daniel 7:27.
Study Notes — Daniel 2:44
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Context — Daniel Interprets the Dream
42And as the toes of the feet were partly iron and partly clay, so this kingdom will be partly strong and partly brittle.
43As you saw the iron mixed with clay, so the peoples will mix with one another but will not hold together any more than iron mixes with clay.
44In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever.
45And just as you saw a stone being cut out of the mountain without human hands, and it shattered the iron, bronze, clay, silver, and gold, so the great God has told the king what will happen in the future. The dream is true, and its interpretation is trustworthy.” 46At this, King Nebuchadnezzar fell on his face, paid homage to Daniel, and ordered that an offering and incense be presented to him.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Matthew 28:18 | Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. |
| 2 | Luke 1:32–33 | He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give Him the throne of His father David, and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” |
| 3 | Daniel 6:26 | I hereby decree that in every part of my kingdom, men are to tremble in fear before the God of Daniel: For He is the living God, and He endures forever; His kingdom will never be destroyed, and His dominion will never end. |
| 4 | Psalms 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. |
| 5 | Micah 4:7 | And I will make the lame into a remnant, and the outcast into a strong nation. Then the LORD will rule over them in Mount Zion from that day and forever. |
| 6 | 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.” |
| 7 | 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. |
| 8 | Ephesians 1:20–22 | which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church, |
| 9 | Isaiah 60:12 | For the nation or kingdom that will not serve you will perish; it will be utterly destroyed. |
| 10 | Daniel 4:34 | But at the end of those days I, Nebuchadnezzar, looked up to heaven, and my sanity was restored to me. Then I praised the Most High, and I honored and glorified Him who lives forever: “For His dominion is an everlasting dominion, and His kingdom endures from generation to generation. |
Daniel 2:44 Summary
[This verse tells us that God will set up a new kingdom that will never be destroyed, and it will be the most powerful kingdom of all, as seen in Daniel 2:44. This kingdom will bring an end to all earthly kingdoms, and will reign supreme, much like the stone that shattered the statue in Daniel 2:45. We can be part of this kingdom by following Jesus and putting our faith in Him, as seen in John 3:3-5, and by living according to His teachings, as stated in Matthew 28:20. As we trust in God's plan, we can have confidence that His kingdom will come and will last forever, bringing glory to His name, as seen in Revelation 11:15.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean for a kingdom to be 'set up' by God?
This phrase suggests that God will establish a new kingdom, one that will be under His sovereign control and guidance, as seen in Daniel 2:44 and also in Psalms 2:6 where God sets His king on His holy hill of Zion.
Will this kingdom be a physical or spiritual one?
While the verse does not explicitly state the nature of the kingdom, other scriptures like Luke 17:21 suggest that the kingdom of God is within us, and will ultimately be a spiritual kingdom that transforms the world, as seen in Revelation 11:15 where Jesus reigns supreme.
What does it mean for this kingdom to 'shatter all these kingdoms'?
This phrase implies that the kingdom set up by God will ultimately triumph over all earthly kingdoms, as seen in Daniel 2:44, and will bring them to an end, much like the stone that shattered the statue in Daniel 2:45, symbolizing God's sovereign power over human empires.
How can we be part of this eternal kingdom?
According to the Bible, we can be part of this kingdom by putting our faith in Jesus Christ, as seen in John 3:3-5, and by following His teachings, as He is the one who will reign supreme in this eternal kingdom, as stated in Revelation 19:16.
Reflection Questions
- What does the idea of a kingdom that 'will never be destroyed' mean to me personally, and how can I find comfort in this promise?
- In what ways can I be a part of bringing God's kingdom to earth, as seen in Matthew 6:10, and what role can I play in His plan?
- How does the promise of an eternal kingdom impact my daily life and decisions, and what priorities should I set as a result of this promise?
- What are some ways that I can 'stand forever' with God, as seen in Daniel 2:44, and what does it mean to have a lasting legacy with Him?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 2:44
And in the days of these kings, c. Not of the Babylonian, Persian, and Grecian kings nor, indeed, of the old Roman kings, or emperors; but in the days of these ten kings, or kingdoms, into which the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on 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
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 2:44
In the days of these kings, i.e. while the iron kingdom stood, shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom. Now see the difference of Christ’ s kingdom from all other kingdoms in the world. 1. In the rise of it, it was not by earthly succession, or arms, or policy. 2. It is spiritual and heavenly in the laws and administration of it. 3. Jesus Christ was not a mere man, but God-man, he is the King, the Son of God. 4. It is stronger than all others, because it breaks them in pieces. 5. It is not bounded by any limits as worldly empires are, but truly universal. 6. It shall be for ever, and never destroyed and given to others, as the rest were.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 2:44
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.Ver. 44. And in the days of these kings,] i.e., Of this fourth monarchy; for the Roman emperors were kings, as Peter also calleth them, though they, to avoid the hatred of the people, refused so to be styled. The Pope, by a like hypocrisy, calleth himself the servant of God’ s servants, but yet stamps upon his coin, "That nation and country that will not serve thee, shall be rooted out." Shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom.] The kingdom of his Son Christ. And here we have in few words the whole sum of the gospel, and that "truth which is according to godliness," for the revealing whereof this whole dream was revealed to the king. But it shall break in pieces.] Christ shall reign, and all his foes be made his footstool.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 2:44
(44) In the days of these kings.—Yet no kings have been mentioned hitherto. They must therefore correspond to the toes of the image. (Comp. Daniel 7:24.) It appears therefore that while this fourth kingdom still contrives to exist in some modified form, while its component parts are in a state of war and turmoil, the kingdom of God shall come. (Comp. Daniel 7:25-27.) God of heaven.—(See Daniel 2:18).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 2:44
Verse 44. A kingdom which shall never be destroyed] The extensive and extending empire of Christ. Shall not be left to other people] All the preceding empires have swallowed up each other successively; but this shall remain to the end of the world.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 2:44
36–45. The interpretation of the dream. The four parts of the image signify four kingdoms,—the first being represented by its present and greatest ruler, Nebuchadnezzar.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 2:44
And in the days of these kings - Margin, “their.” The reading in the text “these kings” - is the more correct.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 2:44
44. In the days of these kings — That is, the kings of the fourth empire and, as all the symbols indicate, at the end of the empire and after the dividing process had greatly weakened it.
Sermons on Daniel 2:44
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(Common Market) the Time of Thr Toes Appearing by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the power and authority of the word of God, stating that it will ultimately rule the world. He highlights the importance of getting everyone |
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(Daniel) Nebuchadnezzar's Dream by David Guzik | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the dream of King Nebuchadnezzar as recorded in the book of Daniel. The dream involves a great image with different parts made of gold, silve |
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Nebuchadnezzars Dream by Peter Bisset | In this sermon, the preacher draws parallels between the story of Daniel and the plight of sinners who are under the sentence of death. He emphasizes that it doesn't matter what me |
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Worship and Lord's Table - Part 6 by Bakht Singh | In this sermon delivered by Lord Sarvant, the message focuses on the importance of examining ourselves and searching our hearts as we begin a new year. The Lord's table, symbolized |
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Spiritual Gifts Training (Part 4) by Jackie Pullinger | Jackie Pullinger emphasizes the transformative power of the Kingdom of God, asserting that it is not merely about words but about divine power manifesting in healing and restoratio |
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The Promise of the Father by Aaron Hills | Aaron Hills preaches on the importance of following God's divine order and sequence in achieving success in building a great spiritual life. He emphasizes the command given by Jesu |
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Demonstration 5 (Of Wars) by Aphraates | Aphraates preaches about the prophetic visions in the book of Daniel, highlighting the rise and fall of kingdoms, the humbling of the proud, and the ultimate victory of God's Kingd |