Daniel 7:14

And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all people, nations, and languages, should serve him: his dominion [is] an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom [that] which shall not be destroyed.

And there was given {H3052} him dominion {H7985}, and glory {H3367}, and a kingdom {H4437}, that all {H3606} people {H5972}, nations {H524}, and languages {H3961}, should serve {H6399} him: his dominion {H7985} is an everlasting {H5957} dominion {H7985}, which shall not {H3809} pass away {H5709}, and his kingdom {H4437} that which shall not {H3809} be destroyed {H2255}.

To him was given rulership, glory and a kingdom, so that all peoples, nations and languages should serve him. His rulership is an eternal rulership that will not pass away; and his kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

And there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom, that all the peoples, nations, and languages should serve him: his dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom that which shall not be destroyed.

Daniel 7:14 (KJV) stands as a pivotal prophetic verse, describing the ultimate, eternal reign of a divine figure following the rise and fall of earthly empires.

Context

This verse is part of Daniel's profound prophetic vision in Daniel chapter 7, which details four great beasts representing successive world empires—Babylon, Medo-Persia, Greece, and Rome. Following the depiction of these temporary, often oppressive, earthly powers, Daniel sees a dramatic shift in authority. Verse 14 introduces the "one like the Son of Man" (Daniel 7:13), who receives an unparalleled and enduring dominion directly from the Ancient of Days, contrasting sharply with the transient nature of human kingdoms. This vision provides immense hope amidst the turmoil of human history.

Key Themes

  • Divine Authority and Sovereignty: The phrase "there was given him dominion, and glory, and a kingdom" highlights that this authority is not seized but divinely bestowed. It underscores God's ultimate control over all earthly and heavenly realms, ensuring that true power originates from Him alone.
  • Messianic Prophecy: This "Son of Man" figure is widely interpreted as a profound prophecy of Jesus Christ. Jesus Himself frequently used this title to describe His dual nature—fully human yet possessing divine authority and ultimate destiny (Mark 14:62, John 5:27). It points to His future universal reign.
  • Universal and Everlasting Dominion: Unlike the temporary kingdoms of the world, this dominion is universal ("all people, nations, and languages, should serve him") and eternal ("an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and his kingdom [that] which shall not be destroyed"). This paints a picture of a kingdom that transcends all earthly boundaries and time, echoing the promise of Christ's eternal reign and the ultimate submission of all creation to Him (Philippians 2:10-11).

Linguistic Insights

The Aramaic phrase for "Son of Man" is bar 'enash, a term that emphasizes both humanity and a unique, divine appointment. The word for "dominion" (sholtan) signifies authoritative power or rule. The use of 'alam for "everlasting" strongly conveys an eternal, unending quality, setting this kingdom apart from all temporal human constructs and ensuring its permanence.

Practical Application

Daniel 7:14 offers immense hope and assurance to believers. In a world characterized by shifting political landscapes, temporary leaders, and fleeting power, this verse points to an unshakeable, eternal kingdom under a sovereign ruler. It encourages us to place our ultimate trust and allegiance not in earthly systems, but in the enduring dominion of Christ. It reminds us that His kingdom will ultimately triumph, and every nation will acknowledge His supreme authority, leading to the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan and the establishment of a new heaven and new earth where His righteous rule prevails (Revelation 21:4).

Note: Commentary was generated by an advanced AI, utilizing a prompt that emphasized Biblical fidelity over bias. We've found these insights to be consistently reliable, yet we always encourage prayerful discernment through the Holy Spirit. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.

  • Revelation 11:15

    And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become [the kingdoms] of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.

  • Daniel 7:27

    And the kingdom and dominion, and the greatness of the kingdom under the whole heaven, shall be given to the people of the saints of the most High, whose kingdom [is] an everlasting kingdom, and all dominions shall serve and obey him.

  • John 3:35

    The Father loveth the Son, and hath given all things into his hand.

  • Daniel 2:44

    And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, [but] it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever.

  • Philippians 2:9

    Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:

  • Philippians 2:11

    And [that] every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ [is] Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

  • Ephesians 1:20

    Which he wrought in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set [him] at his own right hand in the heavenly [places],
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