Daniel 2:30
Daniel 2:30 in Multiple Translations
And to me this mystery has been revealed, not because I have more wisdom than any man alive, but in order that the interpretation might be made known to the king, and that you may understand the thoughts of your mind.
But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the interpretation to the king, and that thou mightest know the thoughts of thy heart.
But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but to the intent that the interpretation may be made known to the king, and that thou mayest know the thoughts of thy heart.
As for me, this secret is not made clear to me because of any wisdom which I have more than any living man, but in order that the sense of the dream may be made clear to the king, and that you may have knowledge of the thoughts of your heart.
It's not because I have any more wisdom than anyone else that this mystery has been revealed to me, but to explain to Your Majesty what you were thinking about so you could understand.
As for me, this secret is not shewed mee for any wisedome that I haue, more then any other liuing, but onely to shewe the King the interpretation, and that thou mightest knowe the thoughts of thine heart.
As to me — not for [any] wisdom that is in me above any living hath this secret been revealed to me; but for the intent that the interpretation to the king they make known, and the thoughts of thy heart thou dost know.
But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but to the intent that the interpretation may be made known to the king, and that you may know the thoughts of your heart.
But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the interpretation to the king, and that thou mayest know the thoughts of thy heart.
To me also this secret is revealed, not by any wisdom that I have more than all men alive: but that the interpretation might be made manifest to the king, and thou mightest know the thoughts of thy mind.
And it is not because I am wiser than anyone else on earth that I know the meaning of this mysterious dream. It is because God wanted you to understand what you were thinking.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 2:30
Study Notes — Daniel 2:30
- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 2:30 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 2:30
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 2:30
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 2:30
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 2:30
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
- Sermons on Daniel 2:30
Context — Daniel Interprets the Dream
30And to me this mystery has been revealed, not because I have more wisdom than any man alive, but in order that the interpretation might be made known to the king, and that you may understand the thoughts of your mind.
31As you, O king, were watching, a great statue appeared. A great and dazzling statue stood before you, and its form was awesome. 32The head of the statue was pure gold, its chest and arms were silver, its belly and thighs were bronze,Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Genesis 41:16 | “I myself cannot do it,” Joseph replied, “but God will give Pharaoh a sound answer.” |
| 2 | Acts 3:12 | And when Peter saw this, he addressed the people: “Men of Israel, why are you surprised by this? Why do you stare at us as if by our own power or godliness we had made this man walk? |
| 3 | Daniel 2:17–18 | Then Daniel returned to his house and explained the matter to his friends Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, urging them to plead for mercy from the God of heaven concerning this mystery, so that Daniel and his friends would not be killed with the rest of the wise men of Babylon. |
| 4 | 2 Corinthians 4:15 | All this is for your benefit, so that the grace that is extending to more and more people may overflow in thanksgiving, to the glory of God. |
| 5 | 1 Corinthians 3:21–23 | Therefore, stop boasting in men. All things are yours, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future. All of them belong to you, and you belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God. |
| 6 | Matthew 24:22 | If those days had not been cut short, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, those days will be cut short. |
| 7 | Mark 13:20 | If the Lord had not cut short those days, nobody would be saved. But for the sake of the elect, whom He has chosen, He has cut them short. |
| 8 | Isaiah 45:4 | For the sake of Jacob My servant and Israel My chosen one, I call you by name; I have given you a title of honor, though you have not known Me. |
| 9 | Isaiah 43:3–4 | For I am the LORD your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior; I give Egypt for your ransom, Cush and Seba in your place. Because you are precious and honored in My sight, and because I love you, I will give men in exchange for you and nations in place of your life. |
| 10 | Amos 4:13 | For behold, He who forms the mountains, who creates the wind and reveals His thoughts to man, who turns the dawn to darkness and strides on the heights of the earth— the LORD, the God of Hosts, is His name.” |
Daniel 2:30 Summary
This verse, Daniel 2:30, shows us that God reveals mysteries to people not because they are wise or intelligent, but because He wants to use them to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11. Daniel is saying that he didn't figure out the king's dream on his own, but God revealed it to him so he could explain it to the king, which demonstrates God's power and wisdom, as mentioned in Psalm 147:5. This reminds us that our understanding and wisdom come from God, and we should always seek Him and trust in His goodness, as encouraged in Psalm 37:3-7 and Proverbs 3:5-6.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did God reveal the mystery to Daniel and not to someone else?
God revealed the mystery to Daniel because He wanted to use him to interpret the dream for King Nebuchadnezzar, as stated in Daniel 2:30, and to demonstrate His power and wisdom, as seen in Daniel 2:28 and Jeremiah 32:17.
What does it mean that the interpretation was made known to the king so he could understand the thoughts of his mind?
This means that God not only revealed the dream to Daniel but also gave him the ability to explain it in a way that the king could understand, showing that God is concerned with the thoughts and intentions of our hearts, as mentioned in Psalm 139:23-24 and 1 Chronicles 28:9.
Is Daniel saying that he is not wise or intelligent?
Daniel is humble and recognizes that the revelation of the mystery is not due to his own wisdom or intelligence, but rather to God's gracious revelation, as stated in Daniel 2:30, and this is in line with the biblical teaching that wisdom and understanding come from God, as seen in James 1:5 and Proverbs 2:6.
How does this verse relate to the rest of the chapter?
This verse is a crucial part of the narrative, as it sets the stage for Daniel's interpretation of the king's dream, which is then revealed in the following verses, Daniel 2:31-45, and demonstrates God's sovereignty and power in the lives of individuals and nations, as seen in Isaiah 46:9-10 and Daniel 4:35.
Reflection Questions
- What are the ways in which God reveals mysteries to us today, and how can we be more attentive to His voice?
- How can we, like Daniel, humbly acknowledge our limitations and rely on God's wisdom and revelation in our lives?
- What are the 'thoughts of our mind' that God wants us to understand, and how can we seek His guidance and insight in our decision-making and problem-solving?
- In what ways can we use our gifts and abilities to serve others, as Daniel used his gift of interpretation to serve the king, and how can we trust God to use us in mighty ways?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 2:30
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 2:30
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 2:30
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 2:30
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 2:30
Sermons on Daniel 2:30
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Philippians 2:1-4 by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the importance of unity, love, and humility among believers, emphasizing the need to have the same mind, love one another, and be of one accord. He urge |
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Our Daily Homily - Genesis Part 2 by F.B. Meyer | F.B. Meyer emphasizes the resilience and faith of Joseph in the face of adversity, contrasting his virtuous choices with the failures of his brothers. He highlights how God uses tr |
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(People God Uses) 03 Beware of Ambition by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal experience of being hindered in worship by people standing in front of him during a church service. He emphasizes the importance of no |
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Audio Sermon: Beware of Ambition by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith warns against the dangers of ambition in ministry, emphasizing that true servants of God must come to the cross and reckon their old nature as dead. He illustrates how |
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Under Pressure (Part 8) by Jim Cymbala | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the importance of examining one's faith during times of difficulty and pressure. He uses the example of Peter and John healing a lame man and |
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Living a Life of Power and Influence by John White | In this sermon, the speaker begins by referencing a biblical story where Peter and John heal a man and give credit to God for the miracle. The speaker then shares a personal experi |
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Principles of Spiritual Growth by George Verwer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the early church and the actions they took. He highlights the incredible growth of the church, with 3,000 souls being added in one day. The p |






