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Daniel 8:15

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Daniel 8:15 in Multiple Translations

Berean Standard Bible BSB

While I, Daniel, was watching the vision and trying to understand it, there stood before me one having the appearance of a man.

King James Version KJV

¶ And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.

American Standard Version ASV

And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, that I sought to understand it; and, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.

Bible in Basic English BBE

And it came about that when I, Daniel, had seen this vision, I had a desire for the sense of it to be unfolded; and I saw one before me in the form of a man.

Free Bible Version FBV

As I, Daniel, tried to work out what this vision meant suddenly I saw someone who looked like a man standing in front of me.

Geneva Bible 1599 GNV

Nowe when I Daniel had seene the vision, and sought for the meaning, beholde, there stoode before me like the similitude of a man.

Young's Literal Translation YLT

'And it cometh to pass in my seeing — I, Daniel — the vision, that I require understanding, and lo, standing over-against me [is] as the appearance of a mighty one.

World English Bible WEB

When I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, I sought to understand it. Then behold, there stood before me someone with the appearance of a man.

Noah Webster Bible WBS

And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.

Douay-Rheims 1899 DRV

And it came to pass when I Daniel saw the vision, and sought the meaning, that behold there stood before me as it were the appearance of a man.

Translation for Translators T4T

While I, Daniel, was trying to understand what the vision meant, suddenly an angel who resembled a man stood/appeared in front of me.

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Berean Amplified Bible — Daniel 8:15

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Daniel 8:15 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB וַ/יְהִ֗י בִּ/רְאֹתִ֛/י אֲנִ֥י דָנִיֵּ֖אל אֶת הֶ/חָז֑וֹן וָ/אֲבַקְשָׁ֣/ה בִינָ֔ה וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה עֹמֵ֥ד לְ/נֶגְדִּ֖/י כְּ/מַרְאֵה גָֽבֶר
וַ/יְהִ֗י hâyâh H1961 to be Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
בִּ/רְאֹתִ֛/י râʼâh H7200 Provider Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
אֲנִ֥י ʼănîy H589 I Pron
דָנִיֵּ֖אל Dânîyêʼl H1840 Daniel N-proper
אֶת ʼêth H853 Obj. DirObjM
הֶ/חָז֑וֹן châzôwn H2377 vision Art | N-ms
וָ/אֲבַקְשָׁ֣/ה bâqash H1245 to seek Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
בִינָ֔ה bîynâh H998 understanding N-fs
וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה hinnêh H2009 behold Conj | Part
עֹמֵ֥ד ʻâmad H5975 to stand V-Qal
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֖/י neged H5048 before Prep | Prep | Suff
כְּ/מַרְאֵה marʼeh H4758 appearance Prep | N-ms
גָֽבֶר geber H1397 great man N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 8:15

וַ/יְהִ֗י hâyâh H1961 "to be" Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3ms
The Hebrew word for to be means to exist or come into being. It is used to describe something that happens or comes to pass, like in Genesis where God creates the world.
Definition: 1) to be, become, come to pass, exist, happen, fall out 1a) (Qal) 1a1) --- 1a1a) to happen, fall out, occur, take place, come about, come to pass 1a1b) to come about, come to pass 1a2) to come into being, become 1a2a) to arise, appear, come 1a2b) to become 1a2b1) to become 1a2b2) to become like 1a2b3) to be instituted, be established 1a3) to be 1a3a) to exist, be in existence 1a3b) to abide, remain, continue (with word of place or time) 1a3c) to stand, lie, be in, be at, be situated (with word of locality) 1a3d) to accompany, be with 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to occur, come to pass, be done, be brought about 1b2) to be done, be finished, be gone
Usage: Occurs in 3131 OT verses. KJV: beacon, [idiom] altogether, be(-come), accomplished, committed, like), break, cause, come (to pass), do, faint, fall, [phrase] follow, happen, [idiom] have, last, pertain, quit (one-) self, require, [idiom] use. See also: Genesis 1:2; Genesis 17:4; Genesis 36:11.
בִּ/רְאֹתִ֛/י râʼâh H7200 "Provider" Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
The Hebrew word for provider means to see or look after, and is used to describe God's care for his people. It appears in various forms throughout the Bible, including in Genesis and other books.
Definition: (Lord will) Provide, cause to be seen. This name means to see, look at, inspect, look after
Usage: Occurs in 1206 OT verses. KJV: advise self, appear, approve, behold, [idiom] certainly, consider, discern, (make to) enjoy, have experience, gaze, take heed, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] joyfully, lo, look (on, one another, one on another, one upon another, out, up, upon), mark, meet, [idiom] be near, perceive, present, provide, regard, (have) respect, (fore-, cause to, let) see(-r, -m, one another), shew (self), [idiom] sight of others, (e-) spy, stare, [idiom] surely, [idiom] think, view, visions. See also: Genesis 1:4; Genesis 41:41; Exodus 33:13.
אֲנִ֥י ʼănîy H589 "I" Pron
This Hebrew word is a simple way of saying 'I' or 'me', often used for emphasis. It is used by people like David in the Psalms to express their thoughts and feelings. The word is a basic part of the Hebrew language.
Definition: I (first pers. sing. -usually used for emphasis)
Usage: Occurs in 803 OT verses. KJV: I, (as for) me, mine, myself, we, [idiom] which, [idiom] who. See also: Genesis 6:17; Leviticus 19:36; 1 Samuel 25:24.
דָנִיֵּ֖אל 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.
אֶת ʼêth H853 "Obj." DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
הֶ/חָז֑וֹן châzôwn H2377 "vision" Art | N-ms
A vision or revelation from God, often received through dreams or prophecy. This word is used in the Bible to describe divine communication, like the visions received by prophets in the book of Isaiah.
Definition: 1) vision 1a) vision (in ecstatic state) 1b) vision (in night) 1c) vision, oracle, prophecy (divine communication) 1d) vision (as title of book of prophecy)
Usage: Occurs in 34 OT verses. KJV: vision. See also: 1 Samuel 3:1; Daniel 1:17; Psalms 89:20.
וָ/אֲבַקְשָׁ֣/ה bâqash H1245 "to seek" Conj | V-Piel-ConsecImperf-1cs | Suff
This Hebrew verb means to seek or search for something. In Psalm 105:4, it's used to encourage seeking God's face. It's also used in 1 Samuel 28:8 where Saul seeks a medium.
Definition: 1) to seek, require, desire, exact, request 1a) (Piel) 1a1) to seek to find 1a2) to seek to secure 1a3) to seek the face 1a4) to desire, demand 1a5) to require, exact 1a6) to ask, request 1b) (Pual) to be sought
Usage: Occurs in 215 OT verses. KJV: ask, beg, beseech, desire, enquire, get, make inquisition, procure, (make) request, require, seek (for). See also: Genesis 31:39; Esther 7:7; Psalms 4:3.
בִינָ֔ה bîynâh H998 "understanding" N-fs
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means understanding or discernment, like having wisdom or knowledge. It appears in books like Proverbs and Psalms, guiding people to make good decisions.
Definition: 1) understanding, discernment 1a) act 1b) faculty 1c) object 1d) personified Aramaic equivalent: bi.nah (בִּינָה "understanding" H0999)
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: knowledge, meaning, [idiom] perfectly, understanding, wisdom. See also: Deuteronomy 4:6; Proverbs 4:7; Proverbs 1:2.
וְ/הִנֵּ֛ה 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.
עֹמֵ֥ד ʻâmad H5975 "to stand" V-Qal
Means 'to stand' in a strong sense, like in Exodus 17:12 where Moses stood with his arms up to help Israel win a battle.
Definition: : stand/stop/establish 1) to stand, remain, endure, take one's stand 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to stand, take one's stand, be in a standing attitude, stand forth, take a stand, present oneself, attend upon, be or become servant of 1a2) to stand still, stop (moving or doing), cease 1a3) to tarry, delay, remain, continue, abide, endure, persist, be steadfast 1a4) to make a stand, hold one's ground 1a5) to stand upright, remain standing, stand up, rise, be erect, be upright 1a6) to arise, appear, come on the scene, stand forth, appear, rise up or against 1a7) to stand with, take one's stand, be appointed, grow flat, grow insipid 1b) (Hiphil) 1b1) to station, set 1b2) to cause to stand firm, maintain 1b3) to cause to stand up, cause to set up, erect 1b4) to present (one) before (king) 1b5) to appoint, ordain, establish 1c) (Hophal) to be presented, be caused to stand, be stood before
Usage: Occurs in 497 OT verses. KJV: abide (behind), appoint, arise, cease, confirm, continue, dwell, be employed, endure, establish, leave, make, ordain, be (over), place, (be) present (self), raise up, remain, repair, [phrase] serve, set (forth, over, -tle, up), (make to, make to be at a, with-) stand (by, fast, firm, still, up), (be at a) stay (up), tarry. See also: Genesis 18:8; Joshua 21:44; 1 Chronicles 6:17.
לְ/נֶגְדִּ֖/י neged H5048 "before" Prep | Prep | Suff
Before or in front of something, as in Genesis 18:22 where Abraham stands before the Lord. It describes a position of being face to face or in someone's presence.
Definition: subst 1) what is conspicuous, what is in front of adv 2) in front of, straight forward, before, in sight of 3) in front of oneself, straightforward 4) before your face, in your view or purpose with prep 5) what is in front of, corresponding to 6) in front of, before 7) in the sight or presence of 8) parallel to 9) over, for 10) in front, opposite 11) at a distance prep 12) from the front of, away from 13) from before the eyes of, opposite to, at a distance from 14) from before, in front of 15) as far as the front of Aramaic equivalent: ne.ged (נֶ֫גֶד "before" H5049)
Usage: Occurs in 142 OT verses. KJV: about, (over) against, [idiom] aloof, [idiom] far (off), [idiom] from, over, presence, [idiom] other side, sight, [idiom] to view. See also: Genesis 2:18; Job 10:17; Psalms 10:5.
כְּ/מַרְאֵה marʼeh H4758 "appearance" Prep | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a sight or appearance, and can describe something beautiful or a supernatural vision. It encompasses various aspects of seeing, including physical and mental perceptions, and is used in different contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: 1) sight, appearance, vision 1a) sight, phenomenon, spectacle, appearance, vision 1b) what is seen 1c) a vision (supernatural) 1d) sight, vision (power of seeing)
Usage: Occurs in 82 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] apparently, appearance(-reth), [idiom] as soon as beautiful(-ly), countenance, fair, favoured, form, goodly, to look (up) on (to), look(-eth), pattern, to see, seem, sight, visage, vision. See also: Genesis 2:9; Job 41:1; Isaiah 11:3.
גָֽבֶר geber H1397 "great man" N-ms
The Hebrew word for a great man or warrior, emphasizing strength or ability to fight, used to describe a person of valor. It is translated as 'man' or 'mighty' in the KJV. In the Bible, it appears in various contexts, including descriptions of strong leaders.
Definition: man, strong man, warrior (emphasising strength or ability to fight)
Usage: Occurs in 64 OT verses. KJV: every one, man, [idiom] mighty. See also: Exodus 10:11; Psalms 88:5; Psalms 34:9.

Study Notes — Daniel 8:15

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1 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.
2 Revelation 1:13 and among the lampstands was One like the Son of Man, dressed in a long robe, with a golden sash around His chest.
3 1 Peter 1:10–11 Concerning this salvation, the prophets who foretold the grace to come to you searched and investigated carefully, trying to determine the time and setting to which the Spirit of Christ in them was pointing when He predicted the sufferings of Christ and the glories to follow.
4 Daniel 10:18 Again the one with the likeness of a man touched me and strengthened me.
5 Daniel 7:28–1 —
6 Revelation 13:18 Here is a call for wisdom: Let the one who has insight calculate the number of the beast, for it is the number of a man, and that number is 666.
7 Joshua 5:14 “Neither,” He replied. “I have now come as Commander of the LORD’s army.” Then Joshua fell facedown in reverence and asked Him, “What does my Lord have to say to His servant?”
8 Daniel 12:8 I heard, but I did not understand. So I asked, “My lord, what will be the outcome of these things?”
9 Daniel 10:5 I lifted up my eyes, and behold, there was a certain man dressed in linen, with a belt of fine gold from Uphaz around his waist.
10 Isaiah 9:6 For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government will be upon His shoulders. And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.

Daniel 8:15 Summary

In Daniel 8:15, Daniel is trying to understand a vision that he has seen, and a figure appears to him who has the appearance of a man. This figure is likely an angel, who is sent to explain the vision to Daniel, as God often sends messengers to help us understand His plans, just like He did with the prophet Ezekiel in Ezekiel 40:3-4. As we seek to understand God's Word, we can be encouraged by Daniel's example, who was humble and sought clarity, and we can remember that God is always willing to provide guidance and wisdom, as promised in James 1:5. By seeking to understand God's Word, we can deepen our relationship with Him and gain a deeper understanding of His plans for our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the figure that appears to Daniel in Daniel 8:15?

The figure that appears to Daniel has the appearance of a man, but based on the context of the vision and the voice that calls out to Gabriel, it is likely that this figure is an angelic being, possibly Gabriel himself, who is sent to explain the vision to Daniel, as seen in Daniel 8:16 and supported by similar interactions in Ezekiel 40:3-4.

What is Daniel trying to understand in Daniel 8:15?

Daniel is trying to understand the vision that he has just seen, which includes the daily sacrifice, the rebellion that causes desolation, and the surrender of the sanctuary, as mentioned in Daniel 8:13, and he is seeking clarity on the fulfillment of this vision, which is later provided in Daniel 8:17.

Why does Daniel need an explanation of the vision?

Daniel needs an explanation of the vision because it is not immediately clear to him, and he is seeking understanding, much like the disciples who asked Jesus to explain parables to them, as seen in Matthew 13:36, and this desire for understanding is a key part of the learning process for believers, as encouraged in Proverbs 1:7.

How does this verse fit into the larger context of Daniel 8?

This verse serves as a transition point in the chapter, as Daniel moves from receiving the vision to receiving an explanation of it, and it highlights Daniel's role as a recipient of revelation from God, which is a common theme throughout the book of Daniel, as seen in Daniel 1:17 and Daniel 5:11-12.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some times in my life when I have felt like I needed clarity or understanding, and how did I seek it out?
  2. How can I, like Daniel, be open to receiving explanations and guidance from God, even when it is difficult to understand?
  3. What are some ways that I can cultivate a deeper understanding of God's Word, and how can I apply that understanding to my life?
  4. In what ways can I, like Daniel, be a faithful recipient of God's revelation, and how can I share that with others?

Gill's Exposition on Daniel 8:15

And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision,.... The whole of the preceding vision, concerning the ram, he goat, and little horn, and what were done by them; the prophet not only

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 8:15

And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man. No JFB commentary on this verse.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 8:15

Having obtained the favour of knowing something, he longed for a more clear discovery of those things; and he had his desire granted. As the appearance of a man; either the angel Gabriel or Michael, who appeared often in the shape of men, and are the messengers of God in the great things concerning his church, ; others will have this angel to be Christ.

Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 8:15

Daniel 8:15 And it came to pass, when I, [even] I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.Ver. 15. And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel.] Not another, as that black-mouthed Porphyry slanderously affirmed, that not the prophet Daniel saw and uttered these prophecies so long before they happened, but another who lived after the reign of Antiochus wrote a history of things past, and entitled it falsely to Daniel, as a prophecy of things to come. Os durum! Harsh mouth. Then, behold, there stood before me.] They who seriously and sedulously seek after divine knowledge, shall find means to attain unto it. Porphyry, Cont. Christian, lib. xii.; Jerome.

Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 8:15

(15) Appearance of a man.—From Daniel 8:16 it appears that this was the angel Gabriel. The “man’s voice” mentioned in Daniel 8:16 proceeded from Him Who alone has authority to command angels. (Comp. Daniel 12:6-7.)

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 8:15

Verse 15. As the appearance of a man.] Supposed to be the Messiah.

Cambridge Bible on Daniel 8:15

15–27. Daniel seeks to know the meaning of the vision, which is imparted to him, as in Daniel 7:16 ff., by an angel. 15 that I sought to understand (it), and, behold, &c.] cf. Daniel 7:19. there was standing in front of me] appearing suddenly, some little way off (see Daniel 8:17, ‘came near’). as the appearance of a man] The expression ‘as the appearance of’ is borrowed from Ez. (Ezekiel 1:13-14; Ezekiel 1:26-28, Ezekiel 8:2, Daniel 10:1, Ezekiel 40:3, Ezekiel 42:11), and recurs below, Daniel 10:6; Daniel 10:18. The word for man (geber)—different from that in Daniel 10:18—is evidently chosen with allusion to the name ‘Gabriel,’ ‘man of God’ [not the word used in the common phrase, ‘man of God,’ for a prophet].

Barnes' Notes on Daniel 8:15

And it came to pass ... - Daniel saw the vision, but was unable to explain it. And sought for the meaning - Evidently by meditating on it, or endeavoring in his own mind to make it out.

Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 8:15

15, 16. This is the first time in Scripture that an angel is given a name.

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