Daniel 4:11
Daniel 4:11 in Multiple Translations
The tree grew large and strong; its top reached the sky, and it was visible to the ends of the earth.
The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth:
The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth.
And the tree became tall and strong, stretching up to heaven, and to be seen from the ends of the earth:
It grew strong and tall, reaching high into the sky so it could be seen by everyone in the whole world.
And cried aloude, and said thus, Hew downe the tree, and breake off his branches: shake off his leaues, and scatter his fruite, that the beastes may flee from vnder it, and the foules from his branches.
become great hath the tree, yea, strong, and its height doth reach to the heavens, and its vision to the end of the whole land;
The tree grew and was strong. Its height reached to the sky and its sight to the end of all the earth.
The tree grew, and was strong, and its hight reached to heaven, and the sight of it to the end of all the earth:
He cried aloud, and said thus: Cut down the tree, and chop off the branches thereof: shake off its leaves, and scatter its fruits: let the beasts fly away that are under it, and the birds from its branches.
The tree was very strong and had grown very tall; it seemed that its top reached up to the sky, with the result that everyone in the world [HYP] could see it.
Berean Amplified Bible — Daniel 4:11
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Daniel 4:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)
BIB
HEB
קָרֵ֨א
בְ/חַ֜יִל
וְ/כֵ֣ן
אָמַ֗ר
גֹּ֤דּוּ
אִֽילָנָ/א֙
וְ/קַצִּ֣צוּ
עַנְפ֔וֹ/הִי
אַתַּ֥רוּ
עָפְיֵ֖/הּ
וּ/בַדַּ֣רוּ
אִנְבֵּ֑/הּ
תְּנֻ֤ד
חֵֽיוְתָ/א֙
מִן
תַּחְתּ֔וֹ/הִי
וְ/צִפְּרַיָּ֖/א
מִן
עַנְפֽוֹ/הִי
קָרֵ֨א
qᵉrâʼ
H7123
to read
Adj
בְ/חַ֜יִל
chayil
H2429
strength
Adj | N-ms
וְ/כֵ֣ן
kên
H3652
thus
Adj | Adv
אָמַ֗ר
ʼămar
H560
to say
Adj
גֹּ֤דּוּ
gᵉdad
H1414
to chop
Adj
אִֽילָנָ/א֙
ʼîylân
H363
tree
Adj | Art
וְ/קַצִּ֣צוּ
qᵉtsats
H7113
to cut
Adj | V-Piel-Impv-2mp
עַנְפ֔וֹ/הִי
ʻănaph
H6056
bough
Adj | Suff
אַתַּ֥רוּ
nᵉthar
H5426
to strip
Adj
עָפְיֵ֖/הּ
ʻŏphîy
H6074
foliage
Adj | Suff
וּ/בַדַּ֣רוּ
bᵉdar
H921
to scatter
Adj | V-Piel-Impv-2mp
אִנְבֵּ֑/הּ
ʼêb
H4
fruit
Adj | Suff
תְּנֻ֤ד
nûwd
H5111
to flee
Adj
חֵֽיוְתָ/א֙
chêyvâʼ
H2423
beast
Adj | Art
מִן
min
H4481
from
Adj
תַּחְתּ֔וֹ/הִי
tachath
H8479
under
Adj | Suff
וְ/צִפְּרַיָּ֖/א
tsᵉphar
H6853
bird
Adj | N-fp | Art
מִן
min
H4481
from
Adj
עַנְפֽוֹ/הִי
ʻănaph
H6056
bough
Adj | Suff
Hebrew Word Study
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 4:11
קָרֵ֨א
qᵉrâʼ
H7123
"to read"
Adj
This word means to read or call out loud, often used to describe reading scripture or proclaiming a message. In the book of Nehemiah, the priest Ezra reads the law aloud to the people.
Definition: 1) to call, read aloud, read out, shout 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to call, proclaim 1a2) to read aloud, read out 1b)(Ithp'el) to be summoned, be called
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: call, cry, read. See also: Ezra 4:18; Daniel 5:8; Daniel 5:17.
בְ/חַ֜יִל
chayil
H2429
"strength"
Adj | N-ms
This word also means strength or power, often referring to a large army or force. It's used in the Bible to describe the might of God or a powerful nation, as seen in Psalm 68:35.
Definition: 1) strength, army, power 1a) power 1b) force, army
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: aloud, army, [idiom] most (mighty), power. See also: Ezra 4:23; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 5:7.
וְ/כֵ֣ן
kên
H3652
"thus"
Adj | Adv
This Aramaic word means 'thus' or 'so', similar to its Hebrew counterpart, and is used in the Bible to show agreement or confirmation. It appears in the book of Daniel, written in Aramaic. It is often translated as 'thus' in English Bibles.
Definition: thus, so, as follows Aramaic of ken (כֵּן "so" H3651C)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: thus. See also: Ezra 5:3; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 7:23.
אָמַ֗ר
ʼămar
H560
"to say"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to say or speak, often used when God commands or declares something, as seen in many KJV translations. It is used with great flexibility, including to command, declare, or tell. This word appears in various contexts, including Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: (P'al) to say, to speak, to command, to tell, to relate Aramaic of a.mar (אָמַר "to say" H0559)
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: command, declare, say, speak, tell. See also: Ezra 5:3; Daniel 3:28; Jeremiah 10:11.
גֹּ֤דּוּ
gᵉdad
H1414
"to chop"
Adj
This Hebrew word means to cut down something, like a tree. It is used in the Bible to describe the act of chopping or hewing down. In the book of Isaiah, it describes the destruction of idols.
Definition: to cut down, hew down Aramaic of ga.dad (גָּדַד "to cut" H1413)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: hew down. See also: Daniel 4:11; Daniel 4:20.
אִֽילָנָ/א֙
ʼîylân
H363
"tree"
Adj | Art
This word simply means a tree, like the ones found in the garden of Eden in Genesis 2:9 or the tree of life in Revelation 22:2. It is often used in biblical descriptions of nature and creation.
Definition: ram Aramaic of a.yil (אַ֫יִל "terebinth" H0352D)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: tree. See also: Daniel 4:7; Daniel 4:17; Daniel 4:23.
וְ/קַצִּ֣צוּ
qᵉtsats
H7113
"to cut"
Adj | V-Piel-Impv-2mp
This Aramaic word means to cut something off, similar to the Hebrew word H7112. It is used in the Bible to describe cutting off a branch or a piece of wood, and also to describe being cut off from a group or community.
Definition: (Pael) to cut off Aramaic of qa.tsats (קָצַץ "to cut" H7112)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: cut off. See also: Daniel 4:11.
עַנְפ֔וֹ/הִי
ʻănaph
H6056
"bough"
Adj | Suff
A bough or branch, like a twig, is what the Hebrew word 'anaph' describes, used to cover limbs. It appears in the Bible as a natural image.
Definition: bough, branch Aramaic of a.naph (עָנָף "branch" H6057)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: bough, branch. See also: Daniel 4:9; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 4:18.
אַתַּ֥רוּ
nᵉthar
H5426
"to strip"
Adj
This word means to strip off or shake off, like removing a burden or a yoke. It is used in the Bible to describe freedom from oppression.
Definition: 1) to strip off 1a) (Aphel) to strip off
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: shake off. See also: Daniel 4:11.
עָפְיֵ֖/הּ
ʻŏphîy
H6074
"foliage"
Adj | Suff
This word means foliage or leafage, describing the leaves and twigs of a tree. It is used in the Bible to describe the natural world.
Definition: leafage, foliage Aramaic of o.phe (עֳפָיִם "branch" H6073)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: leaves. See also: Daniel 4:9; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 4:18.
וּ/בַדַּ֣רוּ
bᵉdar
H921
"to scatter"
Adj | V-Piel-Impv-2mp
This Hebrew word means to scatter, used to describe separating or dispersing people or things. It is related to an Aramaic word for separate.
Definition: (Pael) to scatter Aramaic of pa.rad (פָּרַד "to separate" H6504)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: scatter. See also: Daniel 4:11.
אִנְבֵּ֑/הּ
ʼêb
H4
"fruit"
Adj | Suff
In the Bible, this word means a green plant or fruit, symbolizing new life and growth. It is used to describe the beauty of nature in the Garden of Eden.
Definition: fruit, fresh, young, greening Aramaic of ev (אֵב "greenery" H0003)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: fruit. See also: Daniel 4:9; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 4:18.
תְּנֻ֤ד
nûwd
H5111
"to flee"
Adj
To flee means to run away quickly, often in fear or danger, and is used in the Bible to describe people escaping from harm or persecution.
Definition: (P'al) to flee Aramaic of nus (נוּס "to flee" H5127)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: get away. See also: Daniel 4:11.
חֵֽיוְתָ/א֙
chêyvâʼ
H2423
"beast"
Adj | Art
This word refers to any kind of animal, from small creatures to large beasts. It is used in the Bible to talk about animals in general, and is translated as 'beast'.
Definition: beast, animal Aramaic of chay.yah (חַיָּה "living thing" H2416C)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: beast. See also: Daniel 2:38; Daniel 5:21; Daniel 7:23.
מִן
min
H4481
"from"
Adj
This word is used to show where something comes from, like from a place or at a certain time, and is often translated as from or out of.
Definition: 1) from, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than 1a) from, out of (of place) 1b) from, by, as a result of, by reason of, at, according to, (of source) 1c) from (of time) 1d) beyond, more than (in comparisons)
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: according, after, [phrase] because, [phrase] before, by, for, from, [idiom] him, [idiom] more than, (out) of, part, since, [idiom] these, to, upon, [phrase] when. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 3:22; Jeremiah 10:11.
תַּחְתּ֔וֹ/הִי
tachath
H8479
"under"
Adj | Suff
Similar to H8478, this word means under or below, used in Aramaic sections of the Bible. It has the same general meaning as H8478, describing something as beneath or underneath another thing. The word is used in Daniel and Ezra.
Definition: under Aramaic of ta.chat (תַּחַת ": under" H8478)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: under. See also: Daniel 4:11.
וְ/צִפְּרַיָּ֖/א
tsᵉphar
H6853
"bird"
Adj | N-fp | Art
The Hebrew word for bird is a general term that refers to any type of bird. It is used in the Bible to describe the creation of birds in Genesis 1:25. The word is also used in Psalm 104:12 to describe birds living near water.
Definition: bird Aramaic of tsip.por (צִפּוֹר "bird" H6833)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: bird. See also: Daniel 4:9; Daniel 4:18; Daniel 4:30.
מִן
min
H4481
"from"
Adj
This word is used to show where something comes from, like from a place or at a certain time, and is often translated as from or out of.
Definition: 1) from, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than 1a) from, out of (of place) 1b) from, by, as a result of, by reason of, at, according to, (of source) 1c) from (of time) 1d) beyond, more than (in comparisons)
Usage: Occurs in 83 OT verses. KJV: according, after, [phrase] because, [phrase] before, by, for, from, [idiom] him, [idiom] more than, (out) of, part, since, [idiom] these, to, upon, [phrase] when. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 3:22; Jeremiah 10:11.
עַנְפֽוֹ/הִי
ʻănaph
H6056
"bough"
Adj | Suff
A bough or branch, like a twig, is what the Hebrew word 'anaph' describes, used to cover limbs. It appears in the Bible as a natural image.
Definition: bough, branch Aramaic of a.naph (עָנָף "branch" H6057)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: bough, branch. See also: Daniel 4:9; Daniel 4:11; Daniel 4:18.
Study Notes — Daniel 4:11
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- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 4:11 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 4:11
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 4:11
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 4:11
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 4:11
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
- Sermons on Daniel 4:11
Context — Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream of a Great Tree
9“O Belteshazzar, chief of the magicians, I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in you and that no mystery baffles you. So explain to me the visions I saw in my dream, and their interpretation.
10In these visions of my mind as I was lying in bed, I saw this come to pass: There was a tree in the midst of the land, and its height was great.
11The tree grew large and strong; its top reached the sky, and it was visible to the ends of the earth.
12Its leaves were beautiful, its fruit was abundant, and upon it was food for all. Under it the beasts of the field found shelter, in its branches the birds of the air nested, and from it every creature was fed. 13As I lay on my bed, I also saw in the visions of my mind a watcher, a holy one, coming down from heaven.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 4:21–22 | whose foliage was beautiful and whose fruit was abundant, providing food for all, under which the beasts of the field lived, and in whose branches the birds of the air nested— you, O king, are that tree! For you have become great and strong; your greatness has grown to reach the sky, and your dominion extends to the ends of the earth. |
| 2 | Deuteronomy 9:1 | Hear, O Israel: Today you are about to cross the Jordan to go in and dispossess nations greater and stronger than you, with large cities fortified to the heavens. |
| 3 | Matthew 11:23 | And you, Capernaum, will you be lifted up to heaven? No, you will be brought down to Hades! For if the miracles that were performed in you had been performed in Sodom, it would have remained to this day. |
| 4 | Genesis 11:4 | “Come,” they said, “let us build for ourselves a city with a tower that reaches to the heavens, that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered over the face of all the earth.” |
Daniel 4:11 Summary
The tree in Daniel 4:11 represents the kingdom of Babylon, which had grown very powerful and influential under King Nebuchadnezzar's rule, much like how God's creation is described in Genesis 1:31 as 'very good'. The tree's strength and visibility to the ends of the earth symbolize the kingdom's greatness, but also serve as a reminder of the dangers of pride, as warned in Proverbs 16:18. As we reflect on this verse, we can learn about the importance of humility before God and the need to recognize His sovereignty over all things, as seen in Psalm 103:19. By studying this verse, we can gain a deeper appreciation for God's creation and His plan for human history, and be encouraged to declare His glory to the ends of the earth, as commanded in Isaiah 66:18-19.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the tree in Daniel 4:11 represent?
The tree in this verse represents the kingdom of Babylon, which had grown large and powerful under King Nebuchadnezzar's rule, as seen in Daniel 4:10, and its influence was felt throughout the known world, much like the tree's top reaching the sky and being visible to the ends of the earth.
How does this verse relate to other descriptions of God's creation in the Bible?
This verse echoes the description of the tree of life in Genesis 2:9 and the greatness of God's creation in Psalm 104:1-2, highlighting the majesty and beauty of God's handiwork.
What is the significance of the tree's visibility to the ends of the earth?
The tree's visibility to the ends of the earth symbolizes the widespread influence and dominance of the Babylonian empire, similar to how God's glory will be declared to the ends of the earth in Isaiah 66:18-19.
How does this verse foreshadow the events that will unfold in the rest of Daniel 4?
The description of the tree's strength and visibility in this verse sets the stage for the dramatic events that will unfold, including the tree's eventual cutting down, as seen in Daniel 4:14, which serves as a warning to King Nebuchadnezzar about the dangers of pride and the importance of humility before God, as taught in Proverbs 16:18.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I have allowed pride to take root, and how can I cultivate humility before God?
- How can I, like the tree in this verse, be a source of strength and shelter for those around me, as seen in Psalm 1:3?
- In what ways can I declare God's glory to the ends of the earth, as symbolized by the tree's visibility, and what role can I play in spreading the Gospel to all nations, as commanded in Matthew 28:19-20?
- What are some ways that God's creation, like the tree in this verse, reflects His majesty and beauty, and how can I worship Him through appreciating His handiwork, as seen in Psalm 19:1-6?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 4:11
The tree grew, and was strong,.... Grew higher and broader, taller and thicker, increased in boughs and branches, and became strong and stable, that no winds nor storms could move it: this shows the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 4:11
The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth: No JFB commentary on this verse.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
Daniel 4:11 The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth:Ver. 11. The tree grew, and was strong.] See Ezekiel 17:12; Ezekiel 17:24. Plato compareth a man to a tree inverted, with the root above and the branches below. He also calleth him φυτονουρανιον, a heavenly plant. Homer calleth great men γεγενημεναεχ Dιοςερνη.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
(11) The tree grew.—It appeared in the vision to grow gradually larger and larger. According to the LXX., “The sun and moon dwelled in it and gave light to the whole earth.” The sight thereof—i.e., the tree could be seen from the most distant parts of the known world.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 4:11
4–18. Nebuchadnezzar describes his dream, which, as the wise men of Babylon were unable to interpret it, he laid before Daniel.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 4:11
The tree grew - Or the tree was “great” - רבה rebâh. It does not mean that the tree grew while he was looking at it so as to reach to the heaven, but that it stood before him in all its glory, its
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 4:11
10-12. The king saw in his dream a lofty tree rising as it were out of the very center of the world, and continuing to grow until it reached the clouds and could be seen to the end of the earth.
Sermons on Daniel 4:11
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Dedication Focused by Devern Fromke | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of learning from past experiences and coming to the knowledge of the truth. He refers to the Israelites' 40-year journey in th |
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(Through the Bible) Deuteronomy by Zac Poonen | This sermon delves into the book of Deuteronomy, highlighting the repetition of God's laws and the importance of remembering His faithfulness. It emphasizes the need to look back a |
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Moses' Prayer by Bill Barratt | Bill Barratt emphasizes the significance of Moses' prayer as the Israelites prepare to enter the Promised Land, highlighting the formidable nature of their enemies and the necessit |
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Sodom's Sister by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing his initial desire to bring a cheerful and uplifting message, but instead finds himself drawn to the 16th chapter of Ezekiel. He em |
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The Conversion of Saul of Tarsus by C.H. Spurgeon | The sermon transcript discusses the personal question that Jesus Christ asked Saul, "Why persecuteest thou me?" The preacher emphasizes that although he addresses the congregation |
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The Walk of Faith - Part 7 by Larry Ainsworth | In this sermon, the preacher recounts the story of a mother who approached Jesus in desperation to heal her demon-possessed daughter. Jesus initially ignores her, but she persists |
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The Doomed City by John MacDuff | John MacDuff preaches a powerful sermon on the consequences of neglecting God's grace and rejecting the Savior's love, using the example of Capernaum as a warning. He emphasizes th |