Daniel 7:26
Daniel 7:26 in Multiple Translations
But the court will convene, and his dominion will be taken away and completely destroyed forever.
But the judgment shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and to destroy it unto the end.
But the judgment shall be set, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and to destroy it unto the end.
But the judge will be seated, and they will put an end to his authority, to overcome it and send complete destruction on it.
Then the court will execute judgment and take away his power, destroying it forever.
But the iudgement shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and destroy it vnto the ende.
'And the Judge is seated, and its dominion they cause to pass away, to cut off, and to destroy — unto the end;
“‘But the judgment will be set, and they will take away his dominion, to consume and to destroy it to the end.
But the judgment shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion to consume and to destroy it to the end.
And judgment shall sit, that his power may be taken away, and be broken in pieces, and perish even to the end.
But there will be a session/meeting of the court/judges in heaven, and that king’s authority/power will be taken away, and he will be completely destroyed.
Berean Amplified Bible — Daniel 7:26
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Daniel 7:26 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וְ/דִינָ֖/א
יִתִּ֑ב
וְ/שָׁלְטָנֵ֣/הּ
יְהַעְדּ֔וֹן
לְ/הַשְׁמָדָ֥ה
וּ/לְ/הוֹבָדָ֖ה
עַד
סוֹפָֽ/א
וְ/דִינָ֖/א
dîyn
H1780
judgment
Adj | N-ms | Art
יִתִּ֑ב
yᵉthib
H3488
to dwell
Adj
וְ/שָׁלְטָנֵ֣/הּ
sholṭân
H7985
dominion
Adj | N-ms | Suff
יְהַעְדּ֔וֹן
ʻădâʼ
H5709
to pass on/over/away
Adj
לְ/הַשְׁמָדָ֥ה
shᵉmad
H8046
to destroy
Adj | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
וּ/לְ/הוֹבָדָ֖ה
ʼăbad
H7
to destroy
Adj | Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
עַד
ʻad
H5705
till
Adj
סוֹפָֽ/א
çôwph
H5491
end
Adj | Art
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 7:26
וְ/דִינָ֖/א
dîyn
H1780
"judgment"
Adj | N-ms | Art
This Hebrew word means judgment or a court decision, and it can also imply conflict or strife. It is used in the Bible to describe God's judgment or human legal systems.
Definition: judgment Aramaic of din (דִּין "judgment" H1779)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: judgement. See also: Ezra 7:26; Daniel 7:10; Daniel 7:26.
יִתִּ֑ב
yᵉthib
H3488
"to dwell"
Adj
To dwell means to sit or live in a place, like the Israelites dwelling in the Promised Land. It can also mean to cause someone to live somewhere.
Definition: 1) to sit, dwell 1a) (P'al) to sit, be seated 1b) (Aphel) to cause to dwell
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: dwell, (be) set, sit. See also: Ezra 4:10; Daniel 7:9; Daniel 7:26.
וְ/שָׁלְטָנֵ֣/הּ
sholṭân
H7985
"dominion"
Adj | N-ms | Suff
This word refers to a kingdom or empire, describing a territory under the control of a ruler or government. It can also refer to the power or authority of that ruler. The KJV translates it as 'dominion'.
Definition: 1) dominion, sovereignty 1a) dominion, sovereignty 1b) realm
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: dominion. See also: Daniel 3:33; Daniel 7:6; Daniel 7:27.
יְהַעְדּ֔וֹן
ʻădâʼ
H5709
"to pass on/over/away"
Adj
This verb means to pass on, remove, or take away something, and is used in various contexts, including the removal of ornaments or the passing away of time. In Genesis 30:35, it describes the removal of goats, and in 2 Kings 23:12, it talks about removing idols.
Definition: 1) to pass on, pass away 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to pass on, pass over 1a2) to pass away 1b) (Aphel) to take away, remove, depose
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: alter, depart, pass (away), remove, take (away). See also: Daniel 2:21; Daniel 6:9; Daniel 7:26.
לְ/הַשְׁמָדָ֥ה
shᵉmad
H8046
"to destroy"
Adj | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
The Aramaic word shᵉmad also means to destroy, similar to the Hebrew word shâmad. It is used in the Bible to describe the destruction of nations or cities, such as in the book of Daniel.
Definition: (Aphel) to destroy Aramaic of sha.mad (שָׁמַד "to destroy" H8045)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: consume. See also: Daniel 7:26.
וּ/לְ/הוֹבָדָ֖ה
ʼăbad
H7
"to destroy"
Adj | Prep | V-Hiphil-Inf-a
This Hebrew word means to destroy or perish, and can describe something that is lost or wanderings away. It is often used in the Old Testament to convey a sense of causative destruction, and can be translated as 'destroy' or 'perish' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) to perish, vanish 1a) (P'al) shall perish 1b) (Aphel) destroy 1c) (Hophal) be destroyed
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: destroy, perish. See also: Jeremiah 10:11; Daniel 2:24; Daniel 7:26.
עַד
ʻad
H5705
"till"
Adj
This Hebrew word is similar to H5704, meaning 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 Numbers when describing the Israelites' travels.
Definition: prep 1) even to, until, up to, during conj 2) until, up to the time that, ere that
Usage: Occurs in 31 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] and, at, for, (hither-) to, on till, (un-) to, until, within. See also: Ezra 4:21; Daniel 5:21; Daniel 7:28.
סוֹפָֽ/א
çôwph
H5491
"end"
Adj | Art
This Aramaic word means end, and is used in the Bible to describe the conclusion of something. It is similar to the Hebrew word for end, and is used in Daniel and other books.
Definition: end, conclusion Aramaic of soph (סוֹף "end" H5490)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: end. See also: Daniel 4:8; Daniel 6:27; Daniel 7:28.
Study Notes — Daniel 7:26
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- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 7:26 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 7:26
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 7:26
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 7:26
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
- Sermons on Daniel 7:26
Context — Daniel’s Visions Interpreted
24And the ten horns are ten kings who will rise from this kingdom. After them another king, different from the earlier ones, will rise and subdue three kings.
25He will speak out against the Most High and oppress the saints of the Most High, intending to change the appointed times and laws; and the saints will be given into his hand for a time, and times, and half a time.
26But the court will convene, and his dominion will be taken away and completely destroyed forever.
27Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’ 28Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Revelation 20:10–11 | And the devil who had deceived them was thrown into the lake of fire and sulfur, into which the beast and the false prophet had already been thrown. There they will be tormented day and night forever and ever. Then I saw a great white throne and the One seated on it. Earth and heaven fled from His presence, and no place was found for them. |
| 2 | 2 Thessalonians 2:8 | And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will slay with the breath of His mouth and annihilate by the majesty of His arrival. |
| 3 | Revelation 11:13 | And in that hour there was a great earthquake, and a tenth of the city collapsed. Seven thousand were killed in the quake, and the rest were terrified and gave glory to the God of heaven. |
| 4 | Daniel 7:10–11 | A river of fire was flowing, coming out from His presence. Thousands upon thousands attended Him, and myriads upon myriads stood before Him. The court was convened, and the books were opened. Then I kept watching because of the arrogant words the horn was speaking. As I continued to watch, the beast was slain, and its body was destroyed and thrown into the blazing fire. |
| 5 | Daniel 7:22 | until the Ancient of Days arrived and pronounced judgment in favor of the saints of the Most High, and the time came for them to possess the kingdom. |
Daniel 7:26 Summary
Daniel 7:26 tells us that God will judge the wicked king who speaks against Him and oppresses His people. The court of heaven will convene, and the king's power will be taken away and destroyed forever (as also seen in Revelation 20:12-13). This verse reminds us that God is in control of all things and will ultimately triumph over evil. We can trust in God's sovereignty and live in obedience to Him, knowing that He will one day establish His eternal kingdom (Daniel 7:27).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the court that will convene in Daniel 7:26?
The court in Daniel 7:26 refers to the heavenly court, where God will judge the actions of the king described in Daniel 7:24-25, as seen in other passages like Psalms 82:1 and Revelation 20:12-13.
What does it mean for the dominion to be taken away and completely destroyed forever?
This means that God will put an end to the king's power and authority, destroying it completely, as stated in Daniel 7:26, and this is consistent with other prophecies like Isaiah 13:19 and Revelation 18:21.
How does this verse relate to the return of Jesus Christ?
The destruction of the king's dominion in Daniel 7:26 is closely tied to the return of Jesus Christ, as seen in verses like Daniel 7:27 and Revelation 19:11-16, where Jesus will establish His eternal kingdom.
What is the significance of the phrase 'completely destroyed forever'?
The phrase 'completely destroyed forever' emphasizes the finality and completeness of God's judgment, as seen in other passages like Matthew 25:41 and 2 Thessalonians 1:9, where the wicked will face eternal punishment.
Reflection Questions
- What does this verse reveal about God's sovereignty and control over human history?
- How does the destruction of the king's dominion in Daniel 7:26 relate to the ultimate triumph of God's kingdom?
- What does this verse teach us about the consequences of rebellion against God, as seen in the king's actions in Daniel 7:24-25?
- How can we apply the lessons of Daniel 7:26 to our own lives, in terms of trusting in God's sovereignty and living in obedience to Him?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 7:26
But the judgment shall sit,.... As in Daniel 7:10, the court shall sit, the Judge shall take the bench, and all things be prepared for the arraignment, trial, condemnation, and punishment, of the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 7:26
But the judgment shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and to destroy it unto the end.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
Daniel 7:26 But the judgment shall sit, and they shall take away his dominion, to consume and to destroy [it] unto the end.Ver. 26. But the judgment shall sit.] And then an end of him howsoever.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
(26) The judgment.—The language is similar to that in Daniel 7:10. The destruction of the beast recorded in Daniel 7:11 is here omitted. Unto the end.—Comp. Daniel 6:26.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 7:26
15–28. The explanation of the vision.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 7:26
26. See notes Daniel 7:10. This does not refer to the General Judgment, but to the punishment of Antiochus by divinely directed agents after the close of the period represented by the “time, times,
Sermons on Daniel 7:26
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Hell No Exits by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the book of Revelation and highlights three aspects of it: Majesty, mystery, and misery. He encourages the audience to seek inspiration from |
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(Hebrews - Part 2): He Has Spoken to Us by His Son by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher begins by describing a building that is only partially constructed and compares it to the condition of the world. He explains that just as the building |
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Not in Word Only by Martyn-Lloyd Jones | In this sermon, the preacher uses a story of a man climbing a mountain to illustrate the journey of seeking and experiencing the glory of God. The preacher emphasizes the need for |
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Satan Is Alive and Well by Hal Lindsey | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the existence of a powerful and real spiritual being behind the conflicts and suffering in the world. He emphasizes the importance of understa |
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Hell! by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about his father's transformation from an alcoholic to a devout believer in God. After repenting from his sinful life, his fathe |
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(Revelation) the Resurrection of the Saints by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the preacher begins by stating that they will be looking at seven verses from the Bible, specifically focusing on six doctrines. The passage being discussed is abou |
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The Apostate Evangelical Church of Today by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the urgency and responsibility of warning the lost about the dangers they face. He compares the blind leaders of the blind to those who lack |