New International Version So I commanded that all the wise men of Babylon be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. New Living Translation So I issued an order calling in all the wise men of Babylon, so they could tell me what my dream meant. English Standard Version So I made a decree that all the wise men of Babylon should be brought before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Berean Standard Bible So I issued a decree that all the wise men of Babylon be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. Berean Literal Bible And from me a decree was set forth to bring in before me all the wise men of Babylon, that the interpretation of the dream they should make known to me. King James Bible Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream. New King James Version Therefore I issued a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. New American Standard Bible So I gave orders to bring into my presence all the wise men of Babylon, so that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. NASB 1995 “So I gave orders to bring into my presence all the wise men of Babylon, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. NASB 1977 “So I gave orders to bring into my presence all the wise men of Babylon, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Legacy Standard Bible So I gave a decree to bring into my presence all the wise men of Babylon, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Amplified Bible So I gave orders to bring in before me all the wise men of Babylon, so that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Berean Annotated Bible So I issued a decree that all the wise men of Babylon (confusion by mixing) be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. Christian Standard Bible So I issued a decree to bring all the wise men of Babylon to me in order that they might make the dream’s interpretation known to me. Holman Christian Standard Bible So I issued a decree to bring all the wise men of Babylon to me in order that they might make the dream’s interpretation known to me. American Standard Version Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream. Contemporary English Version Then I commanded every wise man in Babylonia to appear in my court, so they could explain the meaning of my dream. English Revised Version Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream. GOD'S WORD® Translation So I ordered all the wise advisers in Babylon to be brought to me to tell me the dream's meaning. Good News Translation I ordered all the royal advisers in Babylon to be brought to me so that they could tell me what the dream meant. International Standard Version So I gave an order to bring in all of the advisors of Babylon so they would tell me the interpretation of the dream. NET Bible So I issued an order for all the wise men of Babylon to be brought before me so that they could make known to me the interpretation of the dream. New Heart English Bible Therefore I made a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Webster's Bible Translation Therefore I made a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleSo I issued a decree that all the wise men of Babylon be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. World English Bible Therefore I made a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAnd by me a decree is made, to cause all the wise men of Babylon to come up before me, that the interpretation of the dream they may cause me to know. Berean Literal Bible And from me a decree was set forth to bring in before me all the wise men of Babylon, that the interpretation of the dream they should make known to me. Young's Literal Translation And by me a decree is made, to cause all the wise men of Babylon to come up before me, that the interpretation of the dream they may cause me to know. Smith's Literal Translation And an edict being set from me to bring up before me to all the wise of Babel, that they shall make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThen I set forth a decree, that all the wise men of Babylon should be brought in before me, and that they should shew me the interpretation of the dream. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible “Belteshazzar, chief of the magicians, I know that a spirit of the holy gods is in you and no mystery is too difficult for you; this is the dream that I saw, tell me its meaning. New Revised Standard Version So I made a decree that all the wise men of Babylon should be brought before me, in order that they might tell me the interpretation of the dream. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleTherefore I made a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And I commanded to bring before me all the wise men of Babel, that they would show me the interpretation of the dream OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream. Brenton Septuagint Translation And I made a decree to bring in before me all the wise men of Babylon, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context Nebuchadnezzar's Dream of a Great Tree…5I had a dream, and it frightened me; while in my bed, the images and visions in my mind alarmed me. 6So I issued a decree that all the wise men of Babylon be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. 7When the magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners came in, I told them the dream, and they could not interpret it for me.… Cross References So I issued a decree 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.” Daniel 6:26 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. Esther 1:19 So if it pleases the king, let him issue a royal decree, and let it be recorded in the laws of Persia and Media so that it cannot be repealed, that Vashti shall never again enter the presence of King Xerxes, and that her royal position shall be given to a woman better than she. that all the wise men of Babylon Daniel 2:12 This response made the king so angry and furious that he gave orders to destroy all the wise men of Babylon. Daniel 2:13 So the decree went out that the wise men were to be executed, and men went to look for Daniel and his friends to execute them. Daniel 2:24 Therefore Daniel went to Arioch, whom the king had appointed to destroy the wise men of Babylon, and said to him, “Do not execute the wise men of Babylon! Bring me before the king, and I will give him the interpretation.” be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. Daniel 5:13 So Daniel was brought before the king, who asked him, “Are you Daniel, one of the exiles my father the king brought from Judah? Genesis 41:15 Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I had a dream, and no one can interpret it. But I have heard it said of you that when you hear a dream you can interpret it.” Daniel 5:16 But I have heard about you, that you are able to give interpretations and solve difficult problems. Therefore, if you can read this inscription and give me its interpretation, you will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around your neck, and you will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.” Genesis 41:8 In the morning his spirit was troubled, so he summoned all the magicians and wise men of Egypt. Pharaoh told them his dreams, but no one could interpret them for him. Exodus 7:11 But Pharaoh called the wise men and sorcerers and magicians of Egypt, and they also did the same things by their magic arts. Isaiah 47:12-13 So take your stand with your spells and with your many sorceries, with which you have wearied yourself from your youth. Perhaps you will succeed; perhaps you will inspire terror! / You are wearied by your many counselors; let them come forward now and save you—your astrologers who observe the stars, who monthly predict your fate. Jeremiah 27:9 But as for you, do not listen to your prophets, your diviners, your interpreters of dreams, your mediums, or your sorcerers who declare, ‘You will not serve the king of Babylon.’ Ezekiel 21:21 For the king of Babylon stands at the fork in the road, at the junction of the two roads, to seek an omen: He shakes the arrows, he consults the idols, he examines the liver. 1 Samuel 28:7 Then Saul said to his servants, “Find me a woman who is a medium, so I can go and consult her.” “There is a medium at Endor,” his servants replied. 2 Kings 17:17 They sacrificed their sons and daughters in the fire and practiced divination and soothsaying. They devoted themselves to doing evil in the sight of the LORD, provoking Him to anger. Treasury of Scripture Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known to me the interpretation of the dream. to bring. Daniel 2:2 Then the king commanded to call the magicians, and the astrologers, and the sorcerers, and the Chaldeans, for to shew the king his dreams. So they came and stood before the king. Genesis 41:7,8 And the seven thin ears devoured the seven rank and full ears. And Pharaoh awoke, and, behold, it was a dream… Isaiah 8:19 And when they shall say unto you, Seek unto them that have familiar spirits, and unto wizards that peep, and that mutter: should not a people seek unto their God? for the living to the dead? Jump to Previous Babylon Cause Clear Commanded Decree Dream Interpretation Orders Presence Sense WiseJump to Next Babylon Cause Clear Commanded Decree Dream Interpretation Orders Presence Sense WiseDaniel 4 1. Nebuchadnezzar confesses God's kingdom,4. makes relation of his dreams, which the magicians could not interpret. 8. Daniel hears the dream. 19. He interprets it. 28. The dream fulfilled. So I issued a decree Nebuchadnezzar exercised unquestioned royal authority over Babylon and could summon any official or adviser at will. His decree required immediate obedience throughout the empire. Dan 3:29 Therefore I decree that the people of any nation or language… that all the wise men of Babylon Babylon’s court included magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners who claimed insight into dreams and omens. The king assembled the full body of recognized experts because the dream deeply troubled him. Dan 2:12 This response made the king so angry and furious… be brought before me to interpret the dream for me. Nebuchadnezzar remembered the dream and sought its meaning. The assembled advisers could hear his account, but its true significance would prove to lie beyond human wisdom. Dan 5:13 So Daniel was brought before the king, who asked him,… Persons / Places / Events 1. NebuchadnezzarThe king of Babylon who has a troubling dream that he seeks to understand. His reign is marked by significant power and influence, but also by moments of divine intervention and revelation. 2. Daniel (Belteshazzar) A Hebrew prophet and wise man in the Babylonian court, known for his ability to interpret dreams and visions through the wisdom given by God. 3. Babylon The capital city of the Babylonian Empire, a place of great wealth and power, but also of idolatry and pride. 4. Dream A significant event in this chapter, where Nebuchadnezzar receives a vision that disturbs him, prompting him to seek interpretation. 5. Wise Men of Babylon A group of magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners whom Nebuchadnezzar initially calls upon to interpret his dream, but they are unable to do so. Teaching Points God's Sovereignty in RevelationGod reveals His will and purposes through dreams and visions, demonstrating His control over human affairs and His desire to communicate with humanity. The Limitations of Human Wisdom The inability of the Babylonian wise men to interpret the dream underscores the limitations of human wisdom and the necessity of divine insight. The Role of God's Servants Daniel's role as an interpreter highlights the importance of being available and prepared to be used by God to convey His messages to others. Humility Before God Nebuchadnezzar's experience serves as a reminder of the need for humility and recognition of God's ultimate authority over all earthly powers. Seeking Godly Counsel The passage encourages believers to seek wisdom and understanding from those who are grounded in God's truth, rather than relying solely on secular sources. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Daniel 4:6?2. How does Daniel 4:6 demonstrate God's sovereignty over earthly rulers? 3. Why did Nebuchadnezzar seek "all the wise men" for dream interpretation? 4. What does Daniel 4:6 teach about relying on human wisdom versus God's wisdom? 5. How can we apply Nebuchadnezzar's search for answers to our own lives today? 6. What other scriptures emphasize seeking divine wisdom over human understanding? 7. Why did Nebuchadnezzar summon all the wise men in Daniel 4:6? 8. How does Daniel 4:6 reflect the limitations of human wisdom? 9. What does Daniel 4:6 reveal about Nebuchadnezzar's reliance on his advisors? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 4? Verses 6, 7. - Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream. Then came in the magicians, the astrologers, the Chaldeans, and the soothsayers: and I told the dream before them; but they did not make known unto me the interpretation thereof. These verses do not occur in the LXX. Theodotion is a somewhat slavish translation of the Massoretic text, "From me there was set up (ἐτέθη) a decree to summon before me all the wise men of Babylon," etc. The Peshitta is somewhat freer, but as close to the Massoretic text. Still, the want of the verses in the Septuagint would throw a doubt on their authenticity, even if there were nothing in the verses themselves to make them liable to suspicion. Daniel 4:6 records a decisive moment: a powerful monarch issues a sweeping order, gathering the best minds of Babylon to unlock a divine mystery. The verse exposes the limits of human authority and wisdom, setting the stage for God to reveal that true understanding flows only from Him. Nebuchadnezzar’s decree, the assembly of wise men, their summons before the throne, the quest for interpretation, and the king’s personal stake all combine to demonstrate that the Most High rules over the affairs of men and that His revelation, not earthly expertise, holds the final word. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Soוּמִנִּי֙ (ū·min·nî) Conjunctive waw | Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 4481: From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than I issued שִׂ֣ים (śîm) Verb - Nifal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 7761: To set, make a decree טְעֵ֔ם (ṭə·‘êm) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 2942: Flavor, judgment, account that all לְכֹ֖ל (lə·ḵōl) Preposition-l | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3606: The whole, all, any, every the wise men חַכִּימֵ֣י (ḥak·kî·mê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 2445: Wise, a Magian of Babylon בָבֶ֑ל (ḇā·ḇel) Noun - proper - feminine singular Strong's 895: Babylon -- an eastern Mediterranean empire and its capital city be brought לְהַנְעָלָ֣ה (lə·han·‘ā·lāh) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct Strong's 5954: To enter, to introduce before me קָֽדָמַ֔י (qā·ḏā·may) Preposition | first person common singular Strong's 6925: Before to דִּֽי־ (dî-) Pronoun - relative Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because interpret פְשַׁ֥ר (p̄ə·šar) Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 6591: An interpretation the dream חֶלְמָ֖א (ḥel·mā) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 2493: A dream for me. יְהֽוֹדְעֻנַּֽנִי׃ (yə·hō·wḏ·‘un·na·nî) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular Strong's 3046: To know Additonal Resources Daniel 4:6 Blue Letter BibleDaniel 4:6 Bible Gateway Daniel 4:6 Bible.com Daniel 4:6 NIV |
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