Daniel 4:33
Daniel 4:33 in Multiple Translations
At that moment the sentence against Nebuchadnezzar was fulfilled. He was driven away from mankind. He ate grass like an ox, and his body was drenched with the dew of heaven, until his hair grew like the feathers of an eagle and his nails like the claws of a bird.
The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and did eat grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hairs were grown like eagles’ feathers, and his nails like birds’ claws.
The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and did eat grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hair was grown like eagles’ feathers, and his nails like birds’ claws.
That very hour the order about Nebuchadnezzar was put into effect: and he was sent out from among men, and had grass for his food like the oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hair became long as eagles' feathers and his nails like those of birds.
Immediately the decree was fulfilled, and Nebuchadnezzar was driven away from human society. He ate grass like the cattle, and his body was soaked with the dew of heaven. His hair grew matted like a vulture, and his nails like bird claws.)
At the same time was mine vnderstanding restored vnto me, and I returned to the honour of my kingdome: my glory and my beautie was restored vnto me, and my counsellours and my princes sought vnto me, and I was established in my kingdome, and my glory was augmented toward me.
'In that hour the thing hath been fulfilled on Nebuchadnezzar, and from men he is driven, and the herb as oxen he eateth, and by the dew of the heavens his body is wet, till that his hair as eagles' hath become great, and his nails as birds.'
This was fulfilled the same hour on Nebuchadnezzar. He was driven from men and ate grass like oxen; and his body was wet with the dew of the sky until his hair had grown like eagles’ feathers, and his nails like birds’ claws.
The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and ate grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hairs were grown like eagles' feathers , and his nails like birds' claws .
At the same time my sense returned to me, and I came to the honour and glory of my kingdom: and my shape returned to me: and my nobles, and my magistrates sought for me, and I was restored to my kingdom: and greater majesty was added to me.
Immediately what God predicted happened. Nebuchadnezzar became insane, so his advisors forced him to live away from other people. He ate grass like cows do, and dew from the sky caused his body to be damp/wet every morning. He lived like that until his hair was as long as eagles’ feathers, and his fingernails became like birds’ claws.
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Study Notes — Daniel 4:33
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- Daniel 4:33 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 4:33
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 4:33
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 4:33
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 4:33
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
- Sermons on Daniel 4:33
Context — The Second Dream Fulfilled
33At that moment the sentence against Nebuchadnezzar was fulfilled. He was driven away from mankind. He ate grass like an ox, and his body was drenched with the dew of heaven, until his hair grew like the feathers of an eagle and his nails like the claws of a bird.
34But 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. 35All the peoples of the earth are counted as nothing, and He does as He pleases with the army of heaven and the peoples of the earth. There is no one who can restrain His hand or say to Him, ‘What have You done?’”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 4:32 | You will be driven away from mankind to live with the beasts of the field, and you will feed on grass like an ox. And seven times will pass you by, until you acknowledge that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes.” |
| 2 | Daniel 4:25 | You will be driven away from mankind, and your dwelling will be with the beasts of the field. You will feed on grass like an ox and be drenched with the dew of heaven, and seven times shall pass you by, until you acknowledge that the Most High rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes. |
| 3 | Daniel 5:5 | At that moment the fingers of a human hand appeared and wrote on the plaster of the wall, near the lampstand in the royal palace. As the king watched the hand that was writing, |
| 4 | Isaiah 30:14 | It will break in pieces like a potter’s jar, shattered so that no fragment can be found. Not a shard will be found in the dust large enough to scoop the coals from a hearth or to skim the water from a cistern.” |
| 5 | Daniel 5:21 | He was driven away from mankind, and his mind was like that of a beast. He lived with the wild donkeys and ate grass like an ox, and his body was drenched with the dew of heaven until he acknowledged that the Most High God rules over the kingdom of mankind, setting over it whom He wishes. |
| 6 | Job 20:5 | the triumph of the wicked has been brief and the joy of the godless momentary? |
| 7 | 1 Thessalonians 5:2 | For you are fully aware that the Day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. |
Daniel 4:33 Summary
Daniel 4:33 shows what happened to King Nebuchadnezzar when he didn't listen to God's warning. He was punished by being sent away from people and had to live like an animal, eating grass and getting wet from the dew, until he realized God is in charge of everything (as also mentioned in Psalm 83:18 and Isaiah 40:28). This teaches us that God is sovereign over all things and that humility is important, as seen in Proverbs 22:4 and James 4:10. By acknowledging God's power and control, like Nebuchadnezzar eventually did, we can learn to trust and obey Him, even when things are hard, and find restoration and peace in Him, as promised in Matthew 11:28-30 and John 14:27.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the nature of Nebuchadnezzar's punishment in Daniel 4:33?
Nebuchadnezzar's punishment, as described in Daniel 4:33, involved being driven away from humanity and living like an animal, eating grass and having his body exposed to the elements, until he acknowledged God's sovereignty, as foretold in Daniel 4:32.
How long did Nebuchadnezzar's punishment last according to Daniel 4:32-33?
The duration of Nebuchadnezzar's punishment is specified in Daniel 4:32 as 'seven times,' which is fulfilled by the time his sanity is restored in Daniel 4:34, after he looked up to heaven and praised the Most High.
What was the purpose of Nebuchadnezzar's punishment as seen in Daniel 4:33?
The purpose of Nebuchadnezzar's punishment, as hinted at in Daniel 4:33 and explicitly stated in Daniel 4:32, was for him to acknowledge that the Most High God rules over the kingdom of mankind and gives it to whom He wishes, a theme also present in Daniel 5:21 and Psalm 103:19.
How does Nebuchadnezzar's experience relate to the broader theme of God's sovereignty?
Nebuchadnezzar's experience in Daniel 4:33 illustrates God's sovereignty over all kingdoms, as also seen in Daniel 5:21 and Jeremiah 27:5, emphasizing that God is the one who sets up and removes kings according to His will.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways in which I, like Nebuchadnezzar, may be resisting God's sovereignty in my life, and how can I humble myself before Him?
- How does the transformation of Nebuchadnezzar from a proud king to a humble servant of God challenge my own understanding of pride and humility, especially in light of Proverbs 16:18 and 1 Peter 5:6?
- In what ways can I, like Nebuchadnezzar, learn to acknowledge and praise God's dominion over all things, even in the midst of difficult circumstances, as encouraged in Psalm 100:1-5 and Romans 11:33-36?
- What does Nebuchadnezzar's restoration in Daniel 4:34 teach me about God's willingness to forgive and restore those who humble themselves and seek Him, as also seen in 1 John 1:9 and Luke 15:11-32?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 4:33
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 4:33
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 4:33
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 4:33
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 4:33
Sermons on Daniel 4:33
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Gathering in Jesus Name (Tamil) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of spiritual progress and becoming more like Jesus Christ each year. It highlights the need to forget past accomplishments and focus on contin |
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Weighed and Found Wanting by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, Daniel preaches to Belshazzar, the grandson of Nebuchadnezzar, about the consequences of pride and disobedience to God. He reminds Belshazzar of how Nebuchadnezzar |
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Before Destruction the Heart of Man Is Haughty by C.H. Spurgeon | C.H. Spurgeon emphasizes the dangers of pride and haughtiness, warning that a proud heart often precedes destruction. He illustrates this with biblical examples, such as King David |
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Nebuchadnezzar Exemplifying God's Grace for Humility by Bob Hoekstra | Bob Hoekstra preaches on the transformation of Nebuchadnezzar from pride to humility, showcasing God's opposition to pride and grace for humility. Despite being driven into the fie |
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Nebuchadnezzar's Dream Vision. His Insanity and Restoration by Arno Clemens Gaebelein | Arno Clemens Gaebelein preaches on the story of King Nebuchadnezzar's pride, fall, and restoration as a warning against self-exaltation and the consequences of turning away from Go |
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One More Tender Visitation to the Men of This Generation by Isaac Penington | Isaac Penington passionately urges the people of his generation to consider their actions and attitudes towards those who follow God, emphasizing that mistreatment of God's people |
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Esther #3 Ch. 5-7 by Chuck Missler | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Esther from the Bible. He highlights a scene where the king wants to reward Mordecai, but Haman, who wants to hang Mordecai, co |







