This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the king.
Parallel translations
- WEB This is the dream; and we will tell its interpretation before the king.
- BSB This was the dream; now we will tell the king its interpretation.
- NKJV “This is the dream. Now we will tell the interpretation of it before the king.
- NASB “This was the dream; and now we will tell its interpretation before the king.
- NLT “That was the dream. Now we will tell the king what it means.
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Quick answer
Having told the dream, Daniel now offers its interpretation. He turns from the vision to its meaning.
Overview
The transition assures the king that the same God who gave the dream gives its sure interpretation. Daniel's use of 'we' may include his praying companions or simply reflect humility. The explanation that follows unfolds God's plan for the kingdoms of the world.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 1
- Dan 2:23–24I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king’s matter.
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