King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his:
Complete Jewish Bible:
in these words: "Blessed be the name of God from eternity past to eternity future! For wisdom and power are his alone;
Berean Standard Bible:
and declared: “Blessed be the name of God forever and ever, for wisdom and power belong to Him.
American Standard Version:
Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever; for wisdom and might are his.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Daniel{H1841} answered{H6032} and said{H560}, Blessed{H1289} be{H1934} the name{H8036} of God{H426} for{H4481} ever{H5957} and ever{H5705}{H5957}: for wisdom{H2452} and might{H1370} are{H1932} his:
Cross-References (KJV):
Psalms 113:2
- Blessed be the name of the LORD from this time forth and for evermore.
Psalms 145:1
- ¶ David's [Psalm] of praise. I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever.
Psalms 145:2
- Every day will I bless thee; and I will praise thy name for ever and ever.
Job 12:13
- With him [is] wisdom and strength, he hath counsel and understanding.
Revelation 5:12
- Saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.
Psalms 147:5
- Great [is] our Lord, and of great power: his understanding [is] infinite.
Jeremiah 32:19
- Great in counsel, and mighty in work: for thine eyes [are] open upon all the ways of the sons of men: to give every one according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings:
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Commentary for Daniel 2:20
Daniel 2:20 is part of the Old Testament and is set within the broader narrative of the Babylonian exile. After King Nebuchadnezzar had a troubling dream that his own wise men could not interpret, Daniel and his companions prayed for divine intervention. In response to their prayers, God revealed the mystery of the dream to Daniel. Upon this revelation, Daniel praises God, acknowledging His sovereignty and eternal greatness.
The verse, "Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever: for wisdom and might are his," encapsulates several key themes. Firstly, it expresses worship and adoration for God, recognizing His name as blessed throughout all generations. This doxological statement underscores the eternal nature of God's praises. Secondly, it attributes wisdom and strength to God, highlighting His omniscience and omnipotence. These attributes are particularly significant in the context of the story, as Daniel is about to demonstrate God's superior wisdom by revealing and interpreting the king's dream, which no human sage could do.
Historically, this verse reflects the theological understanding of the Jewish people in exile, who maintained their faith in God's sovereignty even when surrounded by a foreign culture and under the rule of a pagan king. It also serves as a testament to the power of prayer and the belief that God reveals Himself to those who seek Him. Daniel's acknowledgment of God's wisdom and might not only sets the stage for the miraculous revelation that follows but also reassures the exiled Jews that their God is in control of history and is capable of delivering them from their current plight.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H1841
There are 43 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָּנִיֵּאל
Transliteration: Dânîyêʼl
Pronunciation: daw-nee-yale'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to דָנִיֵּאל; Danijel, the Hebrew prophet; Daniel. - Strong's Number: H6032
There are 28 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עֲנָה
Transliteration: ʻănâh
Pronunciation: an-aw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to עָנָה; {properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e. pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout, testify, announce}; answer, speak. - Strong's Number: H560
There are 257 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲמַר
Transliteration: ʼămar
Pronunciation: am-ar'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to אָמַר; {to say (used with great latitude)}; command, declare, say, speak, tell. - Strong's Number: H1289
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: בְּרַךְ
Transliteration: bᵉrak
Pronunciation: ber-ak'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to בָרַךְ; {to kneel; by implication to bless God (as an act of adoration), and (vice-versa) man (as a benefit); also (by euphemism) to curse (God or the king, as treason)}; bless, kneel. - Strong's Number: H1934
There are 54 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הָוָא
Transliteration: hâvâʼ
Pronunciation: hav-aw'
Description: (Aramaic) or הָוָה; (Aramaic), corresponding to הָוָא; to exist; used in a great variety of applications (especially in connection with other words); be, become, [phrase] behold, [phrase] came (to pass), [phrase] cease, [phrase] cleave, [phrase] consider, [phrase] do, [phrase] give, [phrase] have, [phrase] judge, [phrase] keep, [phrase] labour, [phrase] mingle (self), [phrase] put, [phrase] see, [phrase] seek, [phrase] set, [phrase] slay, [phrase] take heed, tremble, [phrase] walk, [phrase] would. - Strong's Number: H8036
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שֻׁם
Transliteration: shum
Pronunciation: shoom
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to שֵׁם; {an appellation, as amark or memorial of individuality; by implication honor, authority, character}; name. - Strong's Number: H426
There are 318 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱלָהּ
Transliteration: ʼĕlâhh
Pronunciation: el-aw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to אֱלוֹהַּ; God; God, god. - Strong's Number: H4481
There are 82 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מִן
Transliteration: min
Pronunciation: min
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to מִן; {properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of}; according, after, [phrase] because, [phrase] before, by, for, from, [idiom] him, [idiom] more than, (out) of, part, since, [idiom] these, to, upon, [phrase] when. - Strong's Number: H5957
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עָלַם
Transliteration: ʻâlam
Pronunciation: aw-lam'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to עוֹלָם; remote time, i.e. the future or past indefinitely; often adverb, forever; for (n-)ever (lasting), old. - Strong's Number: H5705
There are 31 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַד
Transliteration: ʻad
Pronunciation: ad
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to עַד; {as far (or long, or much) as, whether of space (even unto) or time (during, while, until) or degree (equally with)}; [idiom] and, at, for, (hither-) to, on till, (un-) to, until, within. - Strong's Number: H2452
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: חׇכְמָה
Transliteration: chokmâh
Pronunciation: khok-maw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to חׇכְמָה; wisdom; wisdom. - Strong's Number: H1370
There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: גְּבוּרָה
Transliteration: gᵉbûwrâh
Pronunciation: gheb-oo-raw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to גְּבוּרָה; power; might. - Strong's Number: H1932
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: הוּא
Transliteration: hûwʼ
Pronunciation: hoo
Description: (Aramaic) or (feminine) הִיא; (Aramaic), corresponding to הוּא; {he (she or it); self, or (especially with the article) the same; sometimes (as demonstrative) this or that; occasionally (instead of copula) as or are}; [idiom] are, it, this.