Daniel 6:26
Daniel 6:26 in Multiple Translations
I hereby decree that in every part of my kingdom, men are to tremble in fear before the God of Daniel: For He is the living God, and He endures forever; His kingdom will never be destroyed, and His dominion will never end.
I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel: for he is the living God, and stedfast for ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be even unto the end.
I make a decree, that in all the dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel; for he is the living God, and stedfast for ever, And his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed; and his dominion shall be even unto the end.
It is my order that in all the kingdom of which I am ruler, men are to be shaking with fear before the God of Daniel: for he is the living God, unchanging for ever, and his kingdom is one which will never come to destruction, his rule will go on to the end.
I decree that throughout my entire kingdom everyone should respect and honor the God of Daniel, for he is the living God. He is everlasting and his kingdom will never be destroyed. His reign will never end.
I make a decree that in all the dominion of my kingdome, men tremble and feare before the God of Daniel: for he is the liuing God, and remayneth for euer: and his kingdome shall not perish, and his dominion shalbe euerlasting.
From before me is made a decree, that in every dominion of my kingdom they are trembling and fearing before the God of Daniel, for He [is] the living God, and abiding to the ages, and His kingdom that which [is] not destroyed, and His dominion [is] unto the end.
“I make a decree that in all the dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel. “For he is the living God, and steadfast forever. His kingdom is that which will not be destroyed. His dominion will be even to the end.
I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel: for he is the living God, and steadfast for ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be even to the end.
It is decreed by me, that in all my empire and my kingdom all men dread and fear the God of Daniel. For he is the living and eternal God for ever: and his kingdom shall not be destroyed, and his power shall be for ever.
I command that everyone in my kingdom should fear and revere the God that Daniel worships. He is the all-powerful God, and he will live forever. His kingdom will never be destroyed; he will rule forever.
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Daniel 6:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֵּ/אדַ֜יִן
דָּרְיָ֣וֶשׁ
מַלְכָּ֗/א
כְּ֠תַב
לְֽ/כָל
עַֽמְמַיָּ֞/א
אֻמַיָּ֧/א
וְ/לִשָּׁנַיָּ֛/א
דִּֽי
דארין
דָיְרִ֥ין
בְּ/כָל
אַרְעָ֖/א
שְׁלָמְ/כ֥וֹן
יִשְׂגֵּֽא
בֵּ/אדַ֜יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
then
Adj | Adv
דָּרְיָ֣וֶשׁ
Dârᵉyâvêsh
H1868
Darius
Adj
מַלְכָּ֗/א
melek
H4430
king
Adj | Art
כְּ֠תַב
kᵉthab
H3790
to write
Adj
לְֽ/כָל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj | N-ms
עַֽמְמַיָּ֞/א
ʻam
H5972
people
Adj | Art
אֻמַיָּ֧/א
ʼummâh
H524
people
Adj | Art
וְ/לִשָּׁנַיָּ֛/א
lishshân
H3961
tongue
Adj | N-mp | Art
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
דארין
dûwr
H1753
to dwell
Adj
דָיְרִ֥ין
dûwr
H1753
to dwell
Adj
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj | N-ms
אַרְעָ֖/א
ʼăraʻ
H772
earth
Adj | Art
שְׁלָמְ/כ֥וֹן
shᵉlâm
H8001
peace
Adj | Suff
יִשְׂגֵּֽא
sᵉgâʼ
H7680
to grow great
Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 6:26
בֵּ/אדַ֜יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
"then"
Adj | Adv
Then or at that time, referring to a specific point in the past or future, like in the story of creation when God said 'then' the earth was formed. It is used to show a sequence of events. The KJV translates it as 'then' or 'now'.
Definition: then, afterwards, thereupon, from that time Aramaic of az (אָז "then" H0227A)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: now, that time, then. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 4:16; Daniel 7:19.
דָּרְיָ֣וֶשׁ
Dârᵉyâvêsh
H1868
"Darius"
Adj
This word also refers to Darius, a title for Persian kings, including Darius the Mede, who succeeded Belshazzar. As seen in Daniel 6:1, Darius played a significant role in the life of Daniel, and his story is an important part of the biblical narrative. His title signifies his position as a lord or ruler.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.5.31; son of: Ahasuerus (H0325) Aramaic of dar.ya.vesh (דָּֽרְיָ֫וֶשׁ "Darius" H1867I) § Darius = "lord" 1) Darius the Mede, the son of Ahasuerus, king of the Chaldeans, who succeeded to the Babylonian kingdom on the death of Belshazzar; probably the same as "Astyages" the last king of the Medes (538 BC) (same as dar.ya.vesh (דָּֽרְיָ֫וֶשׁ "Darius" H1867) (1)) 2) Darius, the son of Hystaspes, the founder of the Perso-Arian dynasty (521 BC) (same as (2)) 3) Darius II or Darius III 3a) Darius II, Nothus (Ochus) was king of Persia during the time of Nehemiah (424/3-405/4 BC). Darius II is the most probable because he is mentioned by Nehemiah and ruled during the time of Nehemiah 3b) Darius III, Codomannus was king of Persia during its last years at the time of Alexander the Great and was his opponent (336-330 BC)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: Darius. See also: Ezra 4:24; Ezra 6:14; Daniel 6:29.
מַלְכָּ֗/א
melek
H4430
"king"
Adj | Art
Melek means king, referring to a ruler or monarch, used in the Bible to describe kings like David and Solomon. It is translated as king or royal in the KJV.
Definition: king Aramaic of me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "king" H4428) § 1) king
Usage: Occurs in 131 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:1; Daniel 7:24.
כְּ֠תַב
kᵉthab
H3790
"to write"
Adj
To write, similar to H3789, meaning to put thoughts or ideas into written form. It is used in the Bible to describe the act of writing or recording something, such as a document or a message.
Definition: 1) to write 1a) (P'al) to write, to be written
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: write(-ten). See also: Ezra 4:8; Ezra 6:2; Daniel 7:1.
לְֽ/כָל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
עַֽמְמַיָּ֞/א
ʻam
H5972
"people"
Adj | Art
This Hebrew word is similar to H5971 and also means a people or nation, like the people of Israel in Exodus 33:13. It's used to describe a group of people, and is often translated as people or nation in English Bibles. The word is used to convey a sense of community or collective identity.
Definition: people Aramaic of am (עַם ": people" H5971A)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: people. See also: Ezra 5:12; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 7:27.
אֻמַיָּ֧/א
ʼummâh
H524
"people"
Adj | Art
The Hebrew word for a group of people or community, used to describe a nation or tribe, as seen in Genesis. It refers to a collection of persons. This term is used to identify a specific group of people.
Definition: people, tribe, nation Aramaic of um.mah (אֻמָּה "people" H0523)
Usage: Occurs in 8 OT verses. KJV: nation. See also: Ezra 4:10; Daniel 3:31; Daniel 7:14.
וְ/לִשָּׁנַיָּ֛/א
lishshân
H3961
"tongue"
Adj | N-mp | Art
Lishshan refers to a language or tongue, like the many languages spoken at the Tower of Babel. It's about human speech and communication.
Definition: 1) tongue, language 1a) tongue, language 1b) people (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: language. See also: Daniel 3:4; Daniel 3:31; Daniel 7:14.
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
דארין
dûwr
H1753
"to dwell"
Adj
This word is similar to H1752 and also means to reside or stay in a place. It is used in the Aramaic language and has the same meaning as H1752. In the book of Daniel, it describes where the Jews lived.
Definition: (P'al) to dwell Aramaic of dur (דּוּר "to dwell" H1752)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: dwell. See also: Daniel 2:38; Daniel 4:18; Daniel 6:26.
דָיְרִ֥ין
dûwr
H1753
"to dwell"
Adj
This word is similar to H1752 and also means to reside or stay in a place. It is used in the Aramaic language and has the same meaning as H1752. In the book of Daniel, it describes where the Jews lived.
Definition: (P'al) to dwell Aramaic of dur (דּוּר "to dwell" H1752)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: dwell. See also: Daniel 2:38; Daniel 4:18; Daniel 6:26.
בְּ/כָל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
אַרְעָ֖/א
ʼăraʻ
H772
"earth"
Adj | Art
The Hebrew word for earth or planet, referring to the world we live in, as seen in the Bible's description of creation in Genesis. It can also imply something low or earthly. In Psalm 90:2, Moses prays to God who has been the earth's home since the beginning.
Definition: : planet earth, world, ground Aramaic of e.rets (אֶ֫רֶץ ": soil" H0776H)
Usage: Occurs in 17 OT verses. KJV: earth, interior. See also: Ezra 5:11; Daniel 4:17; Jeremiah 10:11.
שְׁלָמְ/כ֥וֹן
shᵉlâm
H8001
"peace"
Adj | Suff
This word means peace or prosperity, and it's used in the Bible to describe a state of well-being or happiness. It's often translated as 'peace' in the KJV, and it's related to the Hebrew word shalom.
Definition: welfare, prosperity, peace, well-being Aramaic of sha.lom (שָׁלוֹם ": peace" H7965)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: peace. See also: Ezra 4:17; Daniel 3:31; Daniel 6:26.
יִשְׂגֵּֽא
sᵉgâʼ
H7680
"to grow great"
Adj
To grow great means to increase in size or amount, as seen in Psalm 71:21. It can also mean to be multiplied. This concept is found in the Bible, particularly in the Psalms.
Definition: (P'al) to grow great Aramaic of sa.ga (שָׂגָא "to grow great" H7679)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: grow, be multiplied. See also: Ezra 4:22; Daniel 3:31; Daniel 6:26.
Study Notes — Daniel 6:26
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- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 6:26 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 6:26
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 6:26
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 6:26
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 6:26
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
- Sermons on Daniel 6:26
Context — Darius Honors God
24At the command of the king, the men who had falsely accused Daniel were brought and thrown into the den of lions—they and their children and wives. And before they had reached the bottom of the den, the lions overpowered them and crushed all their bones.
25Then King Darius wrote to the people of every nation and language throughout the land: “May your prosperity abound.
26I hereby decree that in every part of my kingdom, men are to tremble in fear before the God of Daniel: For He is the living God, and He endures forever; His kingdom will never be destroyed, and His dominion will never end.
27He delivers and rescues; He performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth, for He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.” 28So Daniel prospered during the reign of Darius and the reign of Cyrus the Persian.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 4:34 | But 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. |
| 2 | Luke 1:33 | and He will reign over the house of Jacob forever. His kingdom will never end!” |
| 3 | Daniel 3:29 | Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language who say anything offensive against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego will be cut into pieces and their houses reduced to rubble. For there is no other god who can deliver in this way.” |
| 4 | Daniel 2:44 | In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever. |
| 5 | Psalms 29:10 | The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD is enthroned as King forever. |
| 6 | Daniel 7:14 | And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. |
| 7 | Psalms 2:11 | Serve the LORD with fear, and rejoice with trembling. |
| 8 | Daniel 4:3 | How great are His signs, how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an eternal kingdom; His dominion endures from generation to generation. |
| 9 | Psalms 99:1–3 | The LORD reigns; let the nations tremble! He is enthroned above the cherubim; let the earth quake! Great is the LORD in Zion; He is exalted above all the peoples. Let them praise Your great and awesome name— He is holy! |
| 10 | Ezra 7:12–13 | Artaxerxes, king of kings. To Ezra the priest, the scribe of the Law of the God of heaven: Greetings. I hereby decree that any volunteers among the Israelites in my kingdom, including the priests and Levites, may go up with you to Jerusalem. |
Daniel 6:26 Summary
This verse means that King Darius wanted everyone in his kingdom to respect and fear the God of Daniel, because He is the living God who is always present and in control (as seen in Psalm 121:4). The king recognized that God's kingdom will never end, and He has the power to deliver and rescue His people, as shown in Daniel's miraculous rescue from the lions (Daniel 6:27). This reminds us that we should also reverence and trust in God's eternal power and love, just like Daniel did (1 Peter 5:7). By acknowledging God's sovereignty, we can live with confidence and hope in His eternal kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
What motivated King Darius to issue a decree about the God of Daniel?
King Darius was motivated to issue this decree after witnessing the miraculous rescue of Daniel from the lions, which demonstrated the power and authority of the living God, as seen in Daniel 6:26 and supported by Psalm 115:3, which says God does whatever He pleases.
What does it mean to 'tremble in fear' before God?
To tremble in fear before God means to have a deep reverence and respect for His power and authority, recognizing His sovereignty over all things, as expressed in Isaiah 66:2 and Psalm 96:9.
How does this verse relate to the concept of God's eternal kingdom?
This verse highlights the eternal nature of God's kingdom, which will never be destroyed or end, as stated in Daniel 6:26, and is further supported by passages like Hebrews 12:28 and 1 Peter 1:25, emphasizing the permanence of God's reign.
What impact did this decree have on the kingdom and Daniel's life?
The decree led to a greater recognition and reverence for the God of Daniel throughout the kingdom, and it also contributed to Daniel's prosperity during the reign of King Darius and King Cyrus, as mentioned in Daniel 6:28.
Reflection Questions
- How can I, like King Darius, acknowledge and reverence the living God in my own life and community?
- In what ways can I demonstrate a deep respect for God's power and authority, as expressed in this verse?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to recognize and submit to God's eternal kingdom and dominion?
- How can I, like Daniel, trust in God's deliverance and rescue, even in the face of challenging circumstances?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 6:26
I make a decree, that in every dominion of my kingdom,.... In every province of his large empire; this explains who are meant by all people, nations, c.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 6:26
I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel: for he is the living God, and stedfast for ever, and his kingdom that which shall not be
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
Tremble and fear before the God of Daniel; take heed how they speak evil of this great God, but own and honour him as such; whereof he gives the reason following. He is the living God, & c. You would take Darius by these words to be a convert: how far this went with him, and how long it lasted, who knoweth? Surely if he were in earnest, he would forsake his idolatry, and set up the worship of the true God in his kingdom, that his subjects might turn from dumb idols, as inconsistent with the living God and his worship. Howbeit, it is clear that Darius had learnt this doctrine from Daniel, whom he heard and honoured, and was the more convinced of it by this miraculous deliverance of Daniel from the lions.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
Daniel 6:26 I make a decree, That in every dominion of my kingdom men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel: for he [is] the living God, and stedfast for ever, and his kingdom [that] which shall not be destroyed, and his dominion [shall be even] unto the end.Ver. 26. I make a decree.] It is the honour of princes to make laws for the maintenance of religion. And his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.] Daniel’ s dialect touching Christ and his kingdom. By conversing with that good man, Darius had learned something, as those that walk much in the sun are apt to be tanned and discoloured.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
(26) Unto the end.—The language of this decree is remarkably Scriptural. This is due, no doubt, to the share which Daniel had in the composition of it. By the “end” is meant the end of all the heathen kingdoms which shall arise upon the earth, or, in other words, the setting up of the kingdom of the Messiah.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
Verse 26. I make a decree that - men tremble and fear before the God of Daniel] As in the case of the three Hebrews, Daniel 3:29. The true God was known by his servants, and by the deliverances he wrought for them. See his characters in this decree. 1. He is the living God, the Author and Giver of life; all others are dead gods. 2. He is steadfast for ever. All things change; but he is unchangeable. 3. He has a kingdom; for as he made all things, so he governs all things. 4. His kingdom shall not be destroyed. No human power can prevail against it, because it is upheld by his omnipotence. 5.
His dominion is without end. It is an everlasting dominion, under an everlasting rule, by an everlasting God. 6. He delivereth them that are in danger and bondage. 7. He rescueth those who have fallen into the hands of their enemies, and implore his succour. 8. He worketh signs in the heavens. 9. And wonders upon earth; showing that both are under his sway, and are parts of his dominion. 10. And to complete all, He hath delivered Daniel. Before our own eyes he has given the fullest proof of his power and goodness, in rescuing his faithful servant from the teeth of the lions. What a fine eulogium on the great God and his faithful servant!
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 6:26
26. I make a decree] almost exactly as Daniel 3:29. in every dominion] in all the dominion &c. tremble and fear before] Cf. Daniel 5:19 (of the dread felt towards Nebuchadnezzar). stedfast] or subsistent, enduring,—a common epithet of God in the Targums, and often representing the Heb. ‘living,’ as in the passages quoted on Daniel 6:20[267]. The combination, ‘living and enduring’ (ηַ ?ιεְ ?χַ ?ιָ ?ν), is also frequent in post-Biblical Jewish literature. [267] Also regularly in the phrases, ‘(As) I live,’ ‘(As) Jehovah liveth,’ 1 Samuel 14:39; Ezekiel 5:2, &c.and his kingdom &c.] Cf. Daniel 2:44, Daniel 4:3; Daniel 4:34 b; also Daniel 7:14; Daniel 7:27.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 6:26
I make a decree - Compare Daniel 3:29. That in every dominion of my kingdom - Every department or province. The entire kingdom or empire was made up of several kingdoms, as Media, Persia, Babylonia, etc.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 6:26
25-27. This decree resembles very greatly, even in phrase, some of the speeches made previously to or by Nebuchadnezzar (chaps. ii, iii).
Sermons on Daniel 6:26
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Daniels More Excellent Spirit (Zulu/english) by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Daniel and how he remained faithful to God despite facing opposition and pressure from others. The preacher emphasizes the impor |
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Daniel in the Lion's Den by C.I. Scofield | C.I. Scofield preaches on the story of Daniel in the lion's den, highlighting the power of habit in Daniel's prayer life, the folly of unchangeable laws, the mystery of permitted p |
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Ezra 8:18 by Chuck Smith | Chuck Smith emphasizes the theme of God's faithful hand at work in the lives of His people, as seen in the restoration of the Jews after their captivity. He highlights God's promis |
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How to Approach Biblical - Part 1 by Derek Prince | This sermon by Derek Prince emphasizes the importance of understanding the sovereignty, majesty, and justice of God to receive biblical prophecy. It highlights God's perfect justic |
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(Daniel) the Kings Experience by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of King Nebuchadnezzar from the book of Daniel. The preacher highlights how God took a definite action in the king's life, breakin |
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Knowing God as Our Father - Inwardly (Tamil) by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes the importance of knowing God as our Father and understanding His sovereignty. It highlights the significance of being filled with the Holy Spirit to truly e |
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No Room for Vanity and Pride by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the fleeting nature of human achievements and the vanity of worldly success, drawing from Psalms 39 and the story of King Nebuchadnezzar. It highlights the i |