Daniel 10:10

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Daniel 10:10 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

Suddenly, a hand touched me and set me trembling on my hands and knees.

King James Version KJV

¶ And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands.

American Standard Version ASV

And, behold, a hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands.

Bible in Basic English BBE

Then a hand gave me a touch, awaking me, and putting me on my knees and my hands.

Free Bible Version FBV

Then a hand touched me and lifted me onto my hands and knees.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And behold, an hand touched me, which set me vp vpon my knees and vpon the palmes of mine hands.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

and lo, a hand hath come against me, and shaketh me on my knees and the palms of my hands.

World English Bible WEB

Behold, a hand touched me, which set me on my knees and on the palms of my hands.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And behold, a hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And behold a hand touched me, and lifted me up upon my knees, and upon the joints of my hands.

Translation for Translators T4T

Suddenly someone’s hand took hold of me and lifted me, with the result that I was on my hands and knees, but I was still trembling.

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Daniel 10:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וְ/הִנֵּה יָ֖ד נָ֣גְעָה בִּ֑/י וַ/תְּנִיעֵ֥/נִי עַל בִּרְכַּ֖/י וְ/כַפּ֥וֹת יָדָֽ/י

וְ/הִנֵּה hinnêh H2009 behold Conj | Part

יָ֖ד yâd H3027 hand N-cs

נָ֣גְעָה nâgaʻ H5060 to touch V-Qal-Perf-3fs

בִּ֑/י Prep | Suff

וַ/תְּנִיעֵ֥/נִי nûwaʻ H5128 to shake Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs | Suff

עַל ʻal H5921 upon Prep

בִּרְכַּ֖/י berek H1290 knee N-fd | Suff

וְ/כַפּ֥וֹת kaph H3709 palm Conj | N-fp

יָדָֽ/י yâd H3027 hand N-cd | Suff

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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 10:10

וְ/הִנֵּה hinnêh H2009 "behold" Conj | Part

This Hebrew word is an expression that means 'behold' or 'look', often used to draw attention to something. It appears in Genesis and Isaiah, and is translated as 'behold' or 'lo' in the KJV.

Definition: behold, lo, see, if

Usage: Occurs in 799 OT verses. KJV: behold, lo, see. See also: Genesis 1:29; Genesis 42:35; Deuteronomy 19:18.

יָ֖ד yâd H3027 "hand" N-cs

In the Bible, 'yad' refers to an open hand, symbolizing power or direction. It can also mean strength or a part of something, like a side or a share. The word is used in many contexts, including anatomy and everyday life.

Definition: : hand/arm[anatomy] 1) hand 1a) hand (of man) 1b) strength, power (fig.) 1c) side (of land), part, portion (metaph.) (fig.) 1d) (various special, technical senses) 1d1) sign, monument 1d2) part, fractional part, share 1d3) time, repetition 1d4) axle-trees, axle 1d5) stays, support (for laver) 1d6) tenons (in tabernacle) 1d7) a phallus, a hand (meaning unsure) 1d8) wrists

Usage: Occurs in 1446 OT verses. KJV: ([phrase] be) able, [idiom] about, [phrase] armholes, at, axletree, because of, beside, border, [idiom] bounty, [phrase] broad, (broken-) handed, [idiom] by, charge, coast, [phrase] consecrate, [phrase] creditor, custody, debt, dominion, [idiom] enough, [phrase] fellowship, force, [idiom] from, hand(-staves, -y work), [idiom] he, himself, [idiom] in, labour, [phrase] large, ledge, (left-) handed, means, [idiom] mine, ministry, near, [idiom] of, [idiom] order, ordinance, [idiom] our, parts, pain, power, [idiom] presumptuously, service, side, sore, state, stay, draw with strength, stroke, [phrase] swear, terror, [idiom] thee, [idiom] by them, [idiom] themselves, [idiom] thine own, [idiom] thou, through, [idiom] throwing, [phrase] thumb, times, [idiom] to, [idiom] under, [idiom] us, [idiom] wait on, (way-) side, where, [phrase] wide, [idiom] with (him, me, you), work, [phrase] yield, [idiom] yourselves. See also: Genesis 3:22; Exodus 7:19; Leviticus 14:22.

נָ֣גְעָה nâgaʻ H5060 "to touch" V-Qal-Perf-3fs

This Hebrew word means to touch or reach something, and can also mean to strike or defeat someone. It is used in Exodus to describe God's power and in Psalms to describe human emotions. The word has various translations, including beat, bring, and plague.

Definition: 1) to touch, reach, strike 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to touch 1a2) to strike 1a3) to reach, extend to 1a4) to be stricken 1a4a) stricken (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be stricken, be defeated 1c) (Piel) to strike 1d) (Pual) to be stricken (by disease) 1e) (Hiphil) to cause to touch, reach, approach, arrive 1e1) to cause to touch, apply 1e2) to reach, extend, attain, arrive, come 1e3) to approach (of time) 1e4) to befall (of fate)

Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: beat, ([idiom] be able to) bring (down), cast, come (nigh), draw near (nigh), get up, happen, join, near, plague, reach (up), smite, strike, touch. See also: Genesis 3:3; 2 Chronicles 3:12; Psalms 32:6.

בִּ֑/י "" Prep | Suff

וַ/תְּנִיעֵ֥/נִי nûwaʻ H5128 "to shake" Conj | V-Hiphil-ConsecImperf-3fs | Suff

To shake means to move back and forth, like trembling with fear, as described in the book of Isaiah. It can also mean to be unstable or to wander, like the Israelites in the wilderness.

Definition: 1) to quiver, totter, shake, reel, stagger, wander, move, sift, make move, wave, waver, tremble 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to wave, quiver, vibrate, swing, stagger, tremble, be unstable 1a2) to totter, go tottering 1a2a) vagabond (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be tossed about or around 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to toss about 1c2) to shake, cause to totter 1c3) to shake, disturb 1c4) to cause to wander

Usage: Occurs in 36 OT verses. KJV: continually, fugitive, [idiom] make, to (go) up and down, be gone away, (be) move(-able, -d), be promoted, reel, remove, scatter, set, shake, sift, stagger, to and fro, be vagabond, wag, (make) wander (up and down). See also: Genesis 4:12; Psalms 109:25; Psalms 22:8.

עַל ʻal H5921 "upon" Prep

This Hebrew word means on or above something, like a physical object or a situation. It can also imply a sense of responsibility or accountability, as in being on behalf of someone.

Definition: prep 1) upon, on the ground of, according to, on account of, on behalf of, concerning, beside, in addition to, together with, beyond, above, over, by, on to, towards, to, against 1a) upon, on the ground of, on the basis of, on account of, because of, therefore, on behalf of, for the sake of, for, with, in spite of, notwithstanding, concerning, in the matter of, as regards 1b) above, beyond, over (of excess) 1c) above, over (of elevation or pre-eminence) 1d) upon, to, over to, unto, in addition to, together with, with (of addition) 1e) over (of suspension or extension) 1f) by, adjoining, next, at, over, around (of contiguity or proximity) 1g) down upon, upon, on, from, up upon, up to, towards, over towards, to, against (with verbs of motion) 1h) to (as a dative)

Usage: Occurs in 4493 OT verses. KJV: above, according to(-ly), after, (as) against, among, and, [idiom] as, at, because of, beside (the rest of), between, beyond the time, [idiom] both and, by (reason of), [idiom] had the charge of, concerning for, in (that), (forth, out) of, (from) (off), (up-) on, over, than, through(-out), to, touching, [idiom] with. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 24:13; Genesis 41:33.

בִּרְכַּ֖/י berek H1290 "knee" N-fd | Suff

The knee represents a part of the body used for movement and flexibility. In the Bible, kneeling is often a sign of respect, fear, or weakness. The word for knee is also related to feelings of fear or trembling.

Definition: 1) knee 2) weak from fear (fig.) Aramaic equivalent: be.rekh (בְּרַךְ "knee" H1291)

Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: knee. See also: Genesis 30:3; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 109:24.

וְ/כַפּ֥וֹת kaph H3709 "palm" Conj | N-fp

In the Bible, this word refers to the palm of the hand, like in Exodus 29 where it describes the priest's hands being filled with offerings. It can also symbolize power or strength, like in Psalm 16. It's about the hand or its shape.

Definition: : palm/hand 1) palm, hand, sole, palm of the hand, hollow or flat of the hand 1a) palm, hollow or flat of the hand 1b) power 1c) sole (of the foot) 1d) hollow, objects, bending objects, bent objects 1d1) of thigh-joint 1d2) pan, vessel (as hollow) 1d3) hollow (of sling) 1d4) hand-shaped branches or fronds (of palm trees) 1d5) handles (as bent)

Usage: Occurs in 180 OT verses. KJV: branch, [phrase] foot, hand((-ful), -dle, (-led)), hollow, middle, palm, paw, power, sole, spoon. See also: Genesis 8:9; 2 Chronicles 6:13; Psalms 7:4.

יָדָֽ/י yâd H3027 "hand" N-cd | Suff

Study Notes — Daniel 10:10

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Context
Cross References
Daniel 10:10 Summary
Frequently Asked Questions
Reflection Questions
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 10:10
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 10:10
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 10:10
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 10:10
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 10:10
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 10:10
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 10:10
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 10:10
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 10:10
Sermons on Daniel 10:10

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.

11He said to me, “Daniel, you are a man who is highly precious. Consider carefully the words that I am about to say to you. Stand up, for I have now been sent to you.” And when he had said this to me, I stood up trembling. 12“Do not be afraid, Daniel,” he said, “for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard, and I have come in response to them.

Cross References

	Reference	Text (BSB)
1	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,
2	Jeremiah 1:9	Then the LORD reached out His hand, touched my mouth, and said to me: “Behold, I have put My words in your mouth.
3	Daniel 8:18	While he was speaking with me, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. Then he touched me, helped me to my feet,
4	Daniel 10:16	And suddenly one with the likeness of a man touched my lips, and I opened my mouth and said to the one standing before me, “My lord, because of the vision, I am overcome with anguish, and I have no strength.
5	Daniel 10:18	Again the one with the likeness of a man touched me and strengthened me.
6	Daniel 9:21	while I was still praying, Gabriel, the man I had seen in the earlier vision, came to me in swift flight about the time of the evening sacrifice.

Daniel 10:10 Summary

In Daniel 10:10, a hand touches Daniel, causing him to tremble with fear and reverence. This event signifies a powerful, divine encounter, similar to what is described in Isaiah 6:1-5, where the prophet is overwhelmed by God's presence. The touch sets the stage for an important message from God, emphasizing the value of humility and prayer in receiving guidance from Him, as seen in the encouragement to pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17). Through this verse, we are reminded of the importance of being open to God's intervention in our lives, even when it may come unexpectedly or uncomfortably.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the hand touching Daniel in Daniel 10:10?

The hand touching Daniel symbolizes a divine intervention, as seen in other scriptures like Ezekiel 2:9 and Ezekiel 8:3, where the prophet is touched by a divine being to receive a message or vision.

Why did Daniel fall to his hands and knees after being touched?

Daniel's reaction reflects a mix of fear, humility, and reverence in the presence of the divine, similar to the reactions of other biblical figures like Isaiah in Isaiah 6:1-5 and Ezekiel in Ezekiel 1:28.

Is the hand that touched Daniel an angel or God Himself?

While the verse does not explicitly identify the hand, the context suggests it is likely an angelic being, given the subsequent conversation and the pattern of angelic messengers in the book of Daniel, such as in Daniel 9:20-23.

How does this event relate to Daniel's previous experiences and prayers?

This touch and the following conversation are a direct response to Daniel's prayers and fasting, as indicated in Daniel 10:12, highlighting the importance of persistent prayer and humility before God, as encouraged in scriptures like Luke 18:1-8.

Reflection Questions

What are the ways in which God touches our lives today, and how do we respond to His presence?
Reflect on a time when you felt the presence of God or a significant spiritual experience. How did it affect your relationship with Him?
How does the example of Daniel encourage us to seek a deeper, more humble relationship with God, especially in times of uncertainty or fear?
In what ways can we, like Daniel, prepare ourselves to receive messages or guidance from God through prayer, fasting, and meditation on His Word?

Gill's Exposition on Daniel 10:10

And, behold, an hand touched me,.... Not the hand of the man clothed with linen, whose voice he heard, and whose hand was like polished brass, Daniel 10:6, but the hand of one distinct from him, one

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 10:10

And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands. Behold, an hand - namely, of Gabriel, who interpreted other revelations to Daniel (Daniel 8:16).

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 10:10

What a poor worm is man to crush or to raise by the mighty hand of God! This dealt the angel Gabriel with him before, ,17.

Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 10:10

Daniel 10:10 And, behold, an hand touched me, which set me upon my knees and [upon] the palms of my hands.Ver. 10. And, behold, an hand touched me,] i.e., The hand of the angel Gabriel, who was sent by Christ to dictate unto Daniel the prophecy following. It is Christ’ s use to signify prophecies by his angel, and this angel is accordingly strengthened by Michael - that is, by Christ. Which set me upon my knees.] In a praying posture; but yet he continued trembling, and was not raised and restored but by certain degrees, the better to frame and fit him to a religious attention and docility.

Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 10:10

(10) An hand.—This hand was that of the person who appeared, but it is spoken of as “felt,” not as seen. But though supported by this hand, the prophet is unable to stand upright. He crouches in a terrified posture. It should be noticed that the equivalent of “set” is translated “scatter” (Psalms 59:11 [12]). It is used in the same sense in the passage before us. (See Amos 9:9.)

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 10:10

Verse 10. A hand touched me] Nothing was apparent or palpable but a hand. A hand had written Belshazzar's fate upon the wall; and the hand is frequently mentioned when the power or majesty of God is intended. Perhaps by hand God himself may be meant. It is remarkable that in a very ancient MS. of the Septuagint, more than a thousand years old, now in the imperial library of Vienna, adorned with paintings which have been engraved for the catalogue of Lambechius, and transferred to that of Nesselius, all the appearances of God are represented by a hand in the clouds.

Cambridge Bible on Daniel 10:10

10–18. Daniel is gradually revived and reassured.

Barnes' Notes on Daniel 10:10

And, behold, an hand touched me - The hand of the angel. Compare Daniel 8:18. Which set me upon my knees and upon the palms of my hands - Not “upright,” as in Daniel 8:18.

Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 10:10

10. The touch of the mighty hand of this messenger of Jehovah (compare Ezekiel 3:14; Ezekiel 3:22; Ezekiel 8:1; Ezekiel 8:3, etc.) shocked (literally, “shook”) the prophet upon his hands and knees,

Sermons on Daniel 10:10

	Sermon	Description
	Daniel—a Man of Another Sort! by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson emphasizes that Daniel was a 'man of another sort' due to his deep commitment to prayer, fasting, and the study of God's Word, which led him to discern the times an
	God-Touched Servants by David Wilkerson	David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound impact of God's touch on His servants, as illustrated by Daniel's experience of being seized by God's hand, which ignited a deep urgency to
	(Revelation) 02 Letters to the Seven Churches Part 1 by David Pawson	In this sermon, the speaker shares a story about a woman on a plane who took a photograph of a storm and miraculously, the storm stopped as soon as she took the picture. The woman
	Pure Heart and Pure Church by Leonard Ravenhill	In this sermon, the preacher reflects on the state of the church and individuals who are filled with carnality, pride, anger, and secret lust. He emphasizes the need for restoratio
	My Own Resurrection by Francis Chan	This sermon emphasizes the power of God, particularly focusing on the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the transformative impact it can have on individuals. It delves into the conc
	The Way of the Cross by Zac Poonen	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of making a choice to follow God's way. He highlights the concept of falling into the ground and dying, which leads to bearin
	(John - Part 21): The Impotent Man at the Pool of Bethesda by A.W. Tozer	In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in taking a leap and daring to believe in Christ. He tells the story of a man who had been paralyzed for 38 years an