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Daniel 12:9

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Daniel 12:9 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

“Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end.

King James Version KJV

And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end.

American Standard Version ASV

And he said, Go thy way, Daniel; for the words are shut up and sealed till the time of the end.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And he said, Go on your way, Daniel: for the words are secret and shut up till the time of the end;

Free Bible Version FBV

“Daniel, you can go on your way now,” he replied, “for this message is secret and kept sealed until the time of the end.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for ye words are closed vp, and sealed, till the ende of the time.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

And he saith, 'Go, Daniel; for hidden and sealed [are] the things till the time of the end;

World English Bible WEB

He said, “Go your way, Daniel; for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And he said, Go thy way Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And he said: Go, Daniel, because the words are shut up, and sealed until the appointed time.

Translation for Translators T4T

He replied, “Daniel, you must leave now. I cannot answer your question because what it means must ◄be kept secret/not be revealed► [DOU] until the time when everything ends.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Daniel 12:9

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Daniel 12:9 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר לֵ֣ךְ דָּנִיֵּ֑אל כִּֽי סְתֻמִ֧ים וַ/חֲתֻמִ֛ים הַ/דְּבָרִ֖ים עַד עֵ֥ת קֵֽץ
וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר ʼâmar H559 to say Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
לֵ֣ךְ yâlak H3212 to walk V-Qal-Impv-2ms
דָּנִיֵּ֑אל Dânîyêʼl H1840 Daniel N-proper
כִּֽי kîy H3588 for Conj
סְתֻמִ֧ים çâtham H5640 to close V-Qal-Inf-c
וַ/חֲתֻמִ֛ים châtham H2856 to seal Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
הַ/דְּבָרִ֖ים dâbâr H1697 Chronicles Art | N-mp
עַד ʻad H5704 till Prep
עֵ֥ת ʻêth H6256 time N-cs
קֵֽץ qêts H7093 end N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 12:9

וַ/יֹּ֖אמֶר ʼâmar H559 "to say" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
לֵ֣ךְ yâlak H3212 "to walk" V-Qal-Impv-2ms
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
דָּנִיֵּ֑אל Dânîyêʼl H1840 "Daniel" N-proper
Daniel was a man from the tribe of Judah, son of David and Abigail, and his name means God is my judge.
Definition: A man of the tribe of Judah living at the time of United Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Sa.3.3; son of: David (H1732) and Abigail (H0026); half-brother of: Amnon (H0550), Absalom (H0053), Adonijah (H0138), Shephatiah (H8203), Ithream (H3507), Shammua (H8051H), Shobab (H7727), Nathan (H5416), Solomon (H8010), Ibhar (H2984), Elishua (H0474), Nepheg (H5298H), Japhia (H3309I), Elishama (H0476H), Eliada (H0450), Eliphelet (H0467), Tamar (H8559H), Elpelet (H0467I), Nogah (H5052) and Jerimoth (H3406N); also called Daniel at 1Ch.3.1; Aramaic of kil.av (כִּלְאָב "Chileab" H3609) § Daniel = "God is my judge" 1) the 2nd son of David, by Abigail the Carmelitess 2) the 4th of the greater prophets, taken as hostage in the first deportation to Babylon, because of the gift of God of the interpretation of dreams, he became the 2nd in command of the Babylon empire and lasted through the end of the Babylonian empire and into the Persian empire. His prophecies are the key to the understanding of end time events. Noted for his purity and holiness by contemporary prophet, Ezekiel 2a) also, 'Belteshazzar' (H1095 or H1096) 3) a priest of the line of Ithamar who sealed the covenant with Nehemiah
Usage: Occurs in 28 OT verses. KJV: Daniel. See also: 1 Chronicles 3:1; Daniel 1:21; Daniel 12:9.
כִּֽי kîy H3588 "for" Conj
A conjunction used to show cause or connection, as in Genesis 2:23 where Adam says the woman is bone of his bone because she was taken out of him. It is often translated as 'for', 'because', or 'since'.
Definition: 1) that, for, because, when, as though, as, because that, but, then, certainly, except, surely, since 1a) that 1a1) yea, indeed 1b) when (of time) 1b1) when, if, though (with a concessive force) 1c) because, since (causal connection) 1d) but (after negative) 1e) that if, for if, indeed if, for though, but if 1f) but rather, but 1g) except that 1h) only, nevertheless 1i) surely 1j) that is 1k) but if 1l) for though 1m) forasmuch as, for therefore
Usage: Occurs in 3910 OT verses. KJV: and, + (forasmuch, inasmuch, where-) as, assured(-ly), + but, certainly, doubtless, + else, even, + except, for, how, (because, in, so, than) that, + nevertheless, now, rightly, seeing, since, surely, then, therefore, + (al-) though, + till, truly, + until, when, whether, while, whom, yea, yet. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 26:16; Genesis 42:15.
סְתֻמִ֧ים çâtham H5640 "to close" V-Qal-Inf-c
This Hebrew word means to stop or block something, like covering a hole. It can also mean to keep a secret. In the Bible, it is used to describe hiding or concealing things, like in Psalm 139:15.
Definition: 1) to stop up, shut up, keep close 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stop up 1a2) to shut up, keep close 1a3) secret (participle) 1b) (Niphal) to be stopped up 1c) (Piel) to stop up
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: closed up, hidden, secret, shut out (up), stop. See also: Genesis 26:15; Nehemiah 4:1; Psalms 51:8.
וַ/חֲתֻמִ֛ים châtham H2856 "to seal" Conj | V-Qal-Inf-c
To seal means to close or lock something, like a document or container. This word is used in the Bible to describe marking or sealing something, often with a signet ring.
Definition: 1) to seal, seal up, affix a seal 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to seal, affix one's seal 1a2) to seal up, fasten up by sealing 1b) (Niphal) to seal 1c) (Piel) to lock up 1d) (Hiphil) to be stopped Aramaic equivalent: cha.tam (חֲתַם "to seal" H2857)
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: make an end, mark, seal (up), stop. See also: Leviticus 15:3; Job 37:7; Isaiah 8:16.
הַ/דְּבָרִ֖ים dâbâr H1697 "Chronicles" Art | N-mp
A word or thing, like a matter or affair, as seen in the book of Chronicles where it refers to the events and words of kings. It can also mean a cause or reason for something.
Definition: This name means word, speaking
Usage: Occurs in 1290 OT verses. KJV: act, advice, affair, answer, [idiom] any such (thing), because of, book, business, care, case, cause, certain rate, [phrase] chronicles, commandment, [idiom] commune(-ication), [phrase] concern(-ing), [phrase] confer, counsel, [phrase] dearth, decree, deed, [idiom] disease, due, duty, effect, [phrase] eloquent, errand, (evil favoured-) ness, [phrase] glory, [phrase] harm, hurt, [phrase] iniquity, [phrase] judgment, language, [phrase] lying, manner, matter, message, (no) thing, oracle, [idiom] ought, [idiom] parts, [phrase] pertaining, [phrase] please, portion, [phrase] power, promise, provision, purpose, question, rate, reason, report, request, [idiom] (as hast) said, sake, saying, sentence, [phrase] sign, [phrase] so, some (uncleanness), somewhat to say, [phrase] song, speech, [idiom] spoken, talk, task, [phrase] that, [idiom] there done, thing (concerning), thought, [phrase] thus, tidings, what(-soever), [phrase] wherewith, which, word, work. See also: Genesis 11:1; Exodus 23:8; Deuteronomy 18:21.
עַד ʻad H5704 "till" Prep
This Hebrew word means until or as far as, describing a point in time or space. It's used in the Bible to set boundaries or limits, like in Exodus when describing the Israelites' journey.
Definition: prep 1) as far as, even to, until, up to, while, as far as 1a) of space 1a1) as far as, up to, even to 1b) in combination 1b1) from...as far as, both...and (with 'min' -from) 1c) of time 1c1) even to, until, unto, till, during, end 1d) of degree 1d1) even to, to the degree of, even like conj 2) until, while, to the point that, so that even Aramaic equivalent: ad (עַד "till" H5705)
Usage: Occurs in 1128 OT verses. KJV: against, and, as, at, before, by (that), even (to), for(-asmuch as), (hither-) to, [phrase] how long, into, as long (much) as, (so) that, till, toward, until, when, while, ([phrase] as) yet. See also: Genesis 3:19; Exodus 32:20; Numbers 23:24.
עֵ֥ת ʻêth H6256 "time" N-cs
Eth means time, especially now or when, and can refer to an event, experience, or occasion. It is often used to describe a specific moment or period.
Definition: 1) time 1a) time (of an event) 1b) time (usual) 1c) experiences, fortunes 1d) occurrence, occasion
Usage: Occurs in 258 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (al-) ways, [idiom] certain, [phrase] continually, [phrase] evening, long, (due) season, so (long) as, (even-, evening-, noon-) tide, (meal-), what) time, when. See also: Genesis 8:11; 2 Chronicles 35:17; Psalms 1:3.
קֵֽץ qêts H7093 "end" N-ms
The end refers to the extremity or conclusion of something, whether in time or space. It can also mean after or at the border of something, as in the utmost end of a process.
Definition: 1) end 1a) end, at the end of (of time) 1b) end (of space)
Usage: Occurs in 62 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] after, (utmost) border, end, (in-) finite, [idiom] process. See also: Genesis 4:3; Isaiah 23:15; Psalms 39:5.

Study Notes — Daniel 12:9

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ReferenceText (BSB)
1 Daniel 12:4 But you, Daniel, shut up these words and seal the book until the time of the end. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase.”
2 Daniel 8:26 The vision of the evenings and the mornings that has been spoken is true. Now you must seal up the vision, for it concerns the distant future.”
3 Revelation 10:4 When the seven thunders had spoken, I was about to put it in writing. But I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Seal up what the seven thunders have said, and do not write it down.”
4 Isaiah 29:11 And the entire vision will be to you like the words sealed in a scroll. If it is handed to someone to read, he will say, “I cannot, because it is sealed.”
5 Isaiah 8:16 Bind up the testimony and seal the law among my disciples.

Daniel 12:9 Summary

This verse is telling Daniel that the meaning of the words he has heard is not for him to understand right now, but will be revealed at a later time, known as 'the time of the end'. This reminds us that God's plan is bigger than we can understand, and sometimes we just have to trust that He knows what He's doing, as seen in Proverbs 3:5-6. It's like trying to solve a puzzle before all the pieces are given to us - we just have to wait until the right time. As it says in Isaiah 55:9, God's ways are higher than our ways, and we can trust that He will reveal what we need to know when the time is right.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean for words to be 'closed up and sealed'?

This phrase suggests that the meaning and understanding of the words are hidden or restricted until a later time, as seen in Daniel 12:9, and is reminiscent of the sealed book in Revelation 5:1-5, which only Jesus can open.

Who is being addressed in this verse and why?

The verse is addressed to Daniel, a prophet of God, who is being told to go on his way because the words are not for him to understand at this time, but rather for a future generation, as hinted in Daniel 12:4 and 12:10.

What is 'the time of the end'?

The phrase 'the time of the end' refers to a future period when God's plan and purposes will be fulfilled, and the words that are currently sealed will be revealed and understood, as seen in Daniel 12:9 and supported by verses like Matthew 24:14 and Revelation 10:7.

Is this verse suggesting that some things are not meant for us to understand now?

Yes, this verse implies that there are certain things that are not meant for us to understand at this time, but will be revealed at a later time, as seen in Daniel 12:9, and is supported by verses like Deuteronomy 29:29 and 1 Corinthians 13:12.

Reflection Questions

  1. What does it mean for me to trust in God's timing, even when I don't understand what He is doing?
  2. How can I balance the desire for knowledge and understanding with the reality that some things are not meant for me to know right now?
  3. In what ways can I prepare myself for the revelation of God's plans and purposes, even if it's not in my lifetime?
  4. What does this verse teach me about the importance of patience and trust in my walk with God?

Gill's Exposition on Daniel 12:9

And he said, go thy way, Daniel,.... About thy business; attend to civil affairs, the affairs in which he was concerned in the king's court, and ask no more questions concerning this matter; but be

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 12:9

And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 12:9

They shall not be clearly understood till the event make them good: see , and . God is choice in keeping the keys of time at his own girdle, .

Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 12:9

Daniel 12:9 And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words [are] closed up and sealed till the time of the end.Ver. 9. And he said, Go thy way, Daniel.] Quiesce, tibi satis esto - q.d., Though dearly beloved, yet of some things thou must be content to be ignorant. It should suffice thee to be of God’ s court, though not altogether of his council. See Daniel 12:13. There is a laudable and learned ignorance, as of unnecessaries, of impossibles, or of unprofitables; such as are the term of our lives, the end of the world, the reprobation of others, &c. For the words are closed up,] viz., Till future ages, which are more concerned in them, and till which these things shall be concealed.

Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 12:9

(9) Go thy way.—That is, be at peace. Observe that the matter is not explained to Daniel any further. He is assured that the end will most certainly come. Compare another gentle rebuke that was addressed to one who wished to see further than was fitting into the future (John 21:21-22). Closed up and sealed.—To be explained as in Daniel 12:4. The book is to be carefully preserved till the end of time.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 12:9

Verse 9. The words are closed up] The prophecy shall not be understood, but in its accomplishment; and then the depth of the wisdom and providence of God will be clearly seen in these matters. See on Daniel 12:4. We must wait "till the time of the end;" and this, it appears from the following calculations, will not arrive before the TWENTIETH CENTURY. We here see the reason why these prophecies are at present so imperfectly understood. God has sealed them.

Cambridge Bible on Daniel 12:9

9. Go, Daniel, &c.] i.e. do not inquire further: for the words are shut up and sealed (Daniel 12:4) till the time of the end: if Daniel does not understand them, it does not signify; they are not intended for him, but for readers in a distant future, viz. in the age of Antiochus Epiphanes, when they will first be divulged.

Barnes' Notes on Daniel 12:9

And he said, Go thy way, Daniel - That is, make no further inquiries. All has been disclosed that is to be.

Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 12:9

9. See note Daniel 12:4. Even prophets like Daniel cannot know all that they wish to know. Mysteries must remain.

Sermons on Daniel 12:9

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Lewis Sperry Chafer Prophecy in the Old Testament by Lewis Sperry Chafer Lewis Sperry Chafer emphasizes the significance of prophecy in the Bible, highlighting that all prophecy is history pre-written and credible as God's word. He explains that a right
David Wilkerson The Last-Day Church by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson emphasizes God's vision for the last-day church, which is rooted in the Bible and characterized by the powerful presence of the Holy Spirit. He critiques the curren
Kathryn Kuhlman Anaheim Talk by Kathryn Kuhlman In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that war in the Middle East is inevitable and that the stage is set for it. He believes that the word of God is more up to date than tomorro
Leonard Ravenhill Revival Series 1 - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of prayer and the distractions that can prevent us from truly focusing on God. He highlights the materialistic and comfortable
Leonard Ravenhill Strengthen Me Just Once - Alternate 2 by Leonard Ravenhill In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having a genuine experience with God that requires sacrifice and dedication. He compares the pursuit of spiritual anointin
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