King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
¶ Then king Darius wrote unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth; Peace be multiplied unto you.
Complete Jewish Bible:
King Daryavesh wrote all the peoples, nations and languages living anywhere on earth: "Shalom rav! [Abundant peace!]
Berean Standard Bible:
Then King Darius wrote to the people of every nation and language throughout the land: “May your prosperity abound.
American Standard Version:
Then king Darius wrote unto all the peoples, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth: Peace be multiplied unto you.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Then{H116} king{H4430} Darius{H1868} wrote{H3790} unto all{H3606} people{H5972}, nations{H524}, and languages{H3961}, that dwell{H1753} in all{H3606} the earth{H772}; Peace{H8001} be multiplied{H7680} unto you.
Cross-References (KJV):
Daniel 4:1
- ¶ Nebuchadnezzar the king, unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth; Peace be multiplied unto you.
Ezra 1:1
- ¶ Now in the first year of Cyrus king of Persia, that the word of the LORD by the mouth of Jeremiah might be fulfilled, the LORD stirred up the spirit of Cyrus king of Persia, that he made a proclamation throughout all his kingdom, and [put it] also in writing, saying,
Ezra 1:2
- Thus saith Cyrus king of Persia, The LORD God of heaven hath given me all the kingdoms of the earth; and he hath charged me to build him an house at Jerusalem, which [is] in Judah.
Esther 3:12
- Then were the king's scribes called on the thirteenth day of the first month, and there was written according to all that Haman had commanded unto the king's lieutenants, and to the governors that [were] over every province, and to the rulers of every people of every province according to the writing thereof, and [to] every people after their language; in the name of king Ahasuerus was it written, and sealed with the king's ring.
1 Peter 1:2
- Elect according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through sanctification of the Spirit, unto obedience and sprinkling of the blood of Jesus Christ: Grace unto you, and peace, be multiplied.
Esther 8:9
- Then were the king's scribes called at that time in the third month, that [is], the month Sivan, on the three and twentieth [day] thereof; and it was written according to all that Mordecai commanded unto the Jews, and to the lieutenants, and the deputies and rulers of the provinces which [are] from India unto Ethiopia, an hundred twenty and seven provinces, unto every province according to the writing thereof, and unto every people after their language, and to the Jews according to their writing, and according to their language.
Ezra 4:17
- ¶ [Then] sent the king an answer unto Rehum the chancellor, and [to] Shimshai the scribe, and [to] the rest of their companions that dwell in Samaria, and [unto] the rest beyond the river, Peace, and at such a time.
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Commentary for Daniel 6:25
Daniel 6:25 is a verse set within the broader narrative of Daniel in the lions' den, which is one of the most famous stories in the Hebrew Bible. The historical context of this verse is the period of the Babylonian exile, when Daniel, a Jew of noble birth, was taken to Babylon and served in the court of King Darius the Mede. Daniel's rise to prominence in the kingdom, due to his wisdom and the favor of God, provoked jealousy among other officials, leading to a plot against him. They tricked the king into issuing a decree that for thirty days, anyone who prayed to any god or man other than the king would be thrown into a den of lions.
In Daniel 6:25, after Daniel is thrown into the lions' den for refusing to cease praying to his God, King Darius, full of concern for Daniel, spends a sleepless night and rushes to the den at dawn to see if Daniel has survived. He finds Daniel unharmed, protected by an angel of God, which leads to Darius's proclamation of praise for the God of Daniel, who has delivered His servant.
The verse itself captures the aftermath of this miraculous event. King Darius, in awe of Daniel's God, sends a decree to all the peoples, nations, and languages throughout his vast empire. The theme of the message is one of peace and blessing, as Darius acknowledges the sovereignty and power of the God of Israel. The king's decree serves as a public declaration of his respect for Daniel's God and an edict to his subjects to recognize and reverence this deity who has the power to save and to rule over all kingdoms.
This verse reflects themes of divine intervention, the vindication of faith, and the universal reach of God's authority. It also underscores the idea that God's faithful servants, like Daniel, can have a profound influence on non-believers, even those in positions of great power. The story of Daniel in the lions' den has been a source of inspiration for Jews and Christians alike, illustrating the power of faith and prayer in the face of persecution and danger.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: H116
There are 256 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֱדַיִן
Transliteration: ʼĕdayin
Pronunciation: ed-ah'-yin
Description: (Aramaic) of uncertain derivation; then (of time); now, that time, then. - Strong's Number: H4430
There are 131 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: מֶלֶךְ
Transliteration: melek
Pronunciation: meh'-lek
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to מֶלֶךְ; a king; king, royal. - Strong's Number: H1868
There are 15 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דָּֽרְיָוֵשׁ
Transliteration: Dârᵉyâvêsh
Pronunciation: daw-reh-yaw-vaysh'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to דָּֽרְיָוֵשׁ; {Darejavesh, a title (rather than name) of several Persian kings}; Darius. - Strong's Number: H3790
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כְּתַב
Transliteration: kᵉthab
Pronunciation: keth-ab'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to כָּתַב; {to grave, by implication, to write (describe, inscribe, prescribe, subscribe)}; write(-ten). - Strong's Number: H3606
There are 75 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: כֹּל
Transliteration: kôl
Pronunciation: kole
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to כֹּל; {properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every (in the singular only, but often in a plural sense)}; all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. - Strong's Number: H5972
There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: עַם
Transliteration: ʻam
Pronunciation: am
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to עַם; {a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of Israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock}; people. - Strong's Number: H524
There are 33 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֻמָּה
Transliteration: ʼummâh
Pronunciation: oom-maw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to אֻמַּה; {a collection, i.e. community of persons}; nation. - Strong's Number: H3961
There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: לִשָּׁן
Transliteration: lishshân
Pronunciation: lish-shawn'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to לָשׁוֹן; speech, i.e. a nation; language. - Strong's Number: H1753
There are 6 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: דּוּר
Transliteration: dûwr
Pronunciation: dure
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to דּוּר; to reside; dwell. - Strong's Number: H772
There are 1041 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: אֲרַע
Transliteration: ʼăraʻ
Pronunciation: ar-ah'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to אֶרֶץ; the earth; by implication (figuratively) low; earth, interior. - Strong's Number: H8001
There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׁלָם
Transliteration: shᵉlâm
Pronunciation: shel-awm'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to שָׁלוֹם; prosperity; peace. - Strong's Number: H7680
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: שְׂגָא
Transliteration: sᵉgâʼ
Pronunciation: seg-aw'
Description: (Aramaic) corresponding to שָׂגָא; to increase; grow, be multiplied.