New International Version He replied, “Go your way, Daniel, because the words are rolled up and sealed until the time of the end. New Living Translation But he said, “Go now, Daniel, for what I have said is kept secret and sealed until the time of the end. English Standard Version He said, “Go your way, Daniel, for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end. Berean Standard Bible “Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end. Berean Literal Bible And he said, “Go, Daniel, for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end. King James Bible And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. New King James Version And he said, “Go your way, Daniel, for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. New American Standard Bible And he said, “Go your way, Daniel, for these words will be kept secret and sealed up until the end time. NASB 1995 He said, “Go your way, Daniel, for these words are concealed and sealed up until the end time. NASB 1977 And he said, “Go your way, Daniel, for these words are concealed and sealed up until the end time. Legacy Standard Bible Then he said, “Go your way, Daniel, for these words are concealed and sealed up until the time of the end. Amplified Bible And the angel said, “Go your way, Daniel, for the words are concealed and sealed up until the end of time. Berean Annotated Bible “Go on your way, Daniel (God is my judge), he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end. Christian Standard Bible He said, “Go on your way, Daniel, for the words are secret and sealed until the time of the end. Holman Christian Standard Bible He said, “Go on your way, Daniel, for the words are secret and sealed until the time of the end. American Standard Version And he said, Go thy way, Daniel; for the words are shut up and sealed till the time of the end. Contemporary English Version Daniel, go about your business, because the meaning of this message will remain secret until the end of time. English Revised Version And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are shut up and sealed till the time of the end. GOD'S WORD® Translation He replied, "Go, Daniel. These words are to be kept secret and sealed until the end times. Good News Translation He answered, "You must go now, Daniel, because these words are to be kept secret and hidden until the end comes. International Standard Version "He answered, 'Go on your way, Daniel, because these matters are wrapped up and sealed until the time of the end. NET Bible He said, "Go, Daniel. For these matters are closed and sealed until the time of the end. New Heart English Bible And he said, "Go your way, Daniel, for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end. Webster's Bible Translation And he said, Go thy way Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bible“Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end. World English Bible He said, “Go your way, Daniel; for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd he says, Go, Daniel; for hidden and sealed [are] the things until the time of the end. Berean Literal Bible And he said, “Go, Daniel, for the words are shut up and sealed until the time of the end. Young's Literal Translation And he saith, 'Go, Daniel; for hidden and sealed are the things till the time of the end; Smith's Literal Translation And he will say, Go, Daniel: for the words being shut up and sealed even to the time of the end. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd he said: Go, Daniel, because the words are shut up, and sealed until the appointed time. Catholic Public Domain Version And he said, “Go, Daniel, for the words are closed and sealed until the predetermined time. New American Bible “Go, Daniel,” he said, “because the words are to be kept secret and sealed until the end time. New Revised Standard Version He said, “Go your way, Daniel, for the words are to remain secret and sealed until the time of the end. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd he said, Go your way, Daniel; for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And he said to me: “Go, Daniel, because they are hidden, and the words are sealed until the time of the end” OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917And he said: 'Go thy way, Daniel; for the words are shut up and sealed till the time of the end. Brenton Septuagint Translation And he said, Go, Daniel: for the words are closed and sealed up to the time of the end. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Michael's Deliverance and the End Times…8I heard, but I did not understand. So I asked, “My lord, what will be the outcome of these things?” 9“Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end. 10Many will be purified, made spotless, and refined, but the wicked will continue to act wickedly. None of the wicked will understand, but the wise will understand.… Cross References Go on your way, Daniel, 1 Kings 19:15 Then the LORD said to him, “Go back by the way you came, and go to the Desert of Damascus. When you arrive, you are to anoint Hazael as king over Aram. Exodus 4:19 Now the LORD had said to Moses in Midian, “Go back to Egypt, for all the men who sought to kill you are dead.” Jonah 3:2 “Get up! Go to the great city of Nineveh and proclaim to it the message that I give you.” he replied, 1 Samuel 3:10 Then the LORD came and stood there, calling as before, “Samuel! Samuel!” And Samuel answered, “Speak, for Your servant is listening.” Luke 1:38 “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it happen to me according to your word.” Then the angel left her. Acts 9:6 “Now get up and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do.” for the words are closed up and sealed 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.” 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.” 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.” until the time of the end. Daniel 8:19 and said, “Behold, I will make known to you what will happen in the latter time of wrath, because it concerns the appointed time of the end. Daniel 8:17 As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.” Habakkuk 2:3 For the vision awaits an appointed time; it testifies of the end and does not lie. Though it lingers, wait for it, since it will surely come and will not delay. Revelation 22:10 Then he told me, “Do not seal up the words of prophecy in this book, because the time is near. Matthew 24:15 So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand), Ezekiel 12:27 “Son of man, take note that the house of Israel is saying, ‘The vision that he sees is for many years from now; he prophesies about the distant future.’ 1 Peter 1:10-12 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. / It was revealed to them that they were not serving themselves, but you, when they foretold the things now announced by those who preached the gospel to you by the Holy Spirit sent from heaven. Even angels long to look into these things. Treasury of Scripture And he said, Go your way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. Go. Daniel 12:13 But go thou thy way till the end be: for thou shalt rest, and stand in thy lot at the end of the days. closed. Daniel 12:4 But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased. Daniel 8:26 And the vision of the evening and the morning which was told is true: wherefore shut thou up the vision; for it shall be for many days. Isaiah 8:16 Bind up the testimony, seal the law among my disciples. Jump to Previous Closed Concealed Daniel End Hidden Sealed Secret Shut Time Way WordsJump to Next Closed Concealed Daniel End Hidden Sealed Secret Shut Time Way WordsDaniel 12 1. Michael shall deliver Israel from their troubles.5. Daniel is informed of the times. “Go on your way, Daniel,” Daniel was to return to his appointed life and service, leaving the full outcome of the vision in God’s hands. His responsibility was not to uncover every detail but to preserve the revelation he had received. 1Ki 19:15 Then the LORD said to him, “Go back by the way you came,… he replied, The heavenly messenger who had explained the vision to Daniel now brought the conversation to a close, confirming the authority and finality of God’s message. 1Sa 3:10 Then the LORD came and stood there, calling as before,… “for the words are closed up and sealed The revelation was to be preserved without complete understanding until the period God had appointed. Its fulfillment would clarify what remained hidden to Daniel. Dan 8:26 The vision of the evenings and the mornings…… until the time of the end. The vision reaches beyond Daniel’s lifetime to the final stages of God’s purposes for Israel and the nations, when the events foretold will unfold exactly as God has determined. Dan 8:19 and said, “Behold, I will make known to you… Persons / Places / Events 1. DanielA prophet and a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his faithfulness to God and his ability to interpret dreams and visions. He is the recipient of the message in this verse. 2. The Angelic Messenger While not named in this specific verse, the context of Daniel 12 suggests that this is likely the same angelic figure who has been delivering messages to Daniel throughout the latter chapters of the book. 3. The Time of the End This refers to the eschatological period, a future time when God's ultimate plans for humanity and the world will be fulfilled. Teaching Points The Mystery of God's TimingGod's plans are often beyond human understanding and are revealed in His perfect timing. We are called to trust in His sovereignty and wisdom. Faithfulness in the Present Like Daniel, we are encouraged to continue faithfully in our walk with God, even when we do not fully understand His plans. The Importance of Prophecy Prophecies serve as a reminder of God's control over history and His ultimate victory. They encourage believers to remain steadfast and hopeful. Sealed Until the Appointed Time Some aspects of God's plan are intentionally hidden until the right moment. This teaches us patience and reliance on God's revelation. Living with an Eternal Perspective Understanding that there is a "time of the end" should influence how we live today, prioritizing eternal values over temporary concerns. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Daniel 12:9?2. How does Daniel 12:9 encourage patience in understanding God's prophetic timeline? 3. What does "words are closed up and sealed" imply about God's revelation timing? 4. How can Daniel 12:9 inspire trust in God's control over future events? 5. How does Daniel 12:9 connect with Revelation's sealed prophecies? 6. How should believers live knowing some prophecies remain sealed until the end? 7. What does "the words are closed up and sealed" in Daniel 12:9 mean for believers today? 8. How does Daniel 12:9 relate to the concept of prophecy fulfillment in Christianity? 9. Why was Daniel instructed to seal the words until the end times? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 12? (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. Verse 9. - And he said, Go thy way, Daniel; for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end. The Septuagint omits the last clause, and completes this verse from that which succeeds, "And he said, Depart, Daniel; for the commands are veiled and sealed until many shall be tried and shall be sanctified." Theodotion renders, "Come, Daniel, because the words are fenced and sealed till the time of the end." The Peshitta and the Vulgate agree with the Massoretic. Go thy way, Daniel. This is a refusal to grant Daniel's prayer, but in the refusal no condemnation of Daniel is implied. The oracles were sealed until circumstance broke the seal. The purpose of prophecy was not to enable men to write history beforehand. It is to be a sign that, recognized in its fulfilment, may afford evidence of the Divinity of the message or person to whom it referred. Closed up and sealed. This verse gives us the real meaning of these words. Daniel's oracles were not concealed and sealed from being read, but because they were not interpreted they were not understood. For even to Daniel they are "closed up and sealed." Till the time of the end. This is omitted, as may be seen above, from the Septuagint. Although this has a satisfactory meaning, yet it seems better to connect this verse more directly with that which follows. Daniel 12:9 informs us that God has finished speaking to His servant about end-time events. Daniel is released to live faithfully, while the prophetic scroll is divinely secured until history reaches its climax. The verse guarantees the reliability of the revelation, limits human speculation, and promises that clarity will burst forth precisely when the closing chapter of God’s redemptive plan unfolds.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew “Go on your way,לֵ֣ךְ (lêḵ) Verb - Qal - Imperative - masculine singular Strong's 1980: To go, come, walk Daniel,” דָּנִיֵּ֑אל (dā·nî·yêl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1840: Daniel -- 'God is my judge', the name of several Israelites he replied, וַיֹּ֖אמֶר (way·yō·mer) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 559: To utter, say “for כִּֽי־ (kî-) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction the words הַדְּבָרִ֖ים (had·də·ḇā·rîm) Article | Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1697: A word, a matter, thing, a cause [are] closed up סְתֻמִ֧ים (sə·ṯu·mîm) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 5640: To stop up, to repair, to keep secret and sealed וַחֲתֻמִ֛ים (wa·ḥă·ṯu·mîm) Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine plural Strong's 2856: To seal, affix a seal, seal up until עַד־ (‘aḏ-) Preposition Strong's 5704: As far as, even to, up to, until, while the time עֵ֥ת (‘êṯ) Noun - common singular construct Strong's 6256: Time, now, when of the end. קֵֽץ׃ (qêṣ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7093: An extremity, after Additonal Resources Daniel 12:9 Blue Letter BibleDaniel 12:9 Bible Gateway Daniel 12:9 Bible.com Daniel 12:9 NIV |
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