Daniel 7:28
New International Version
“This is the end of the matter. I, Daniel, was deeply troubled by my thoughts, and my face turned pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

New Living Translation
That was the end of the vision. I, Daniel, was terrified by my thoughts and my face was pale with fear, but I kept these things to myself.

English Standard Version
“Here is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts greatly alarmed me, and my color changed, but I kept the matter in my heart.”

Berean Standard Bible
Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.”

King James Bible
Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me, and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.

New King James Version
“This is the end of the account. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts greatly troubled me, and my countenance changed; but I kept the matter in my heart.”

New American Standard Bible
“At this point the revelation ended. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts were greatly alarming me and my face became pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

NASB 1995
“At this point the revelation ended. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts were greatly alarming me and my face grew pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

NASB 1977
“At this point the revelation ended. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts were greatly alarming me and my face grew pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

Legacy Standard Bible
“At this point the matter of this revelation ended. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts were greatly alarming me, and the splendor of my face changed, but I kept the matter in my heart.”

Amplified Bible
“This is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my [waking] thoughts were extremely troubling and alarming and my face grew pale; but I kept the matter [of the vision and the angel’s explanation] to myself.”

Christian Standard Bible
“This is the end of the account. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts terrified me greatly, and my face turned pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
This is the end of the interpretation. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts terrified me greatly, and my face turned pale, but I kept the matter to myself.”

American Standard Version
Here is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts much troubled me, and my countenance was changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.

Contemporary English Version
That was what I saw and heard. I turned pale with fear and kept it all to myself.

English Revised Version
Here is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my thoughts much troubled me, and my countenance was changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Here is the end of the matter. I, Daniel, was terrified by my thoughts, and I turned pale. I kept this to myself.

Good News Translation
This is the end of the account. I was so frightened that I turned pale, and I kept everything to myself.

International Standard Version
"At this point the vision ended. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts continued to alarm me, and I lost my natural color, but I kept quiet about the matter."

Majority Standard Bible
Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.?

NET Bible
"This is the conclusion of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and the color drained from my face. But I kept the matter to myself."

New Heart English Bible
Here is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. I kept the matter to myself."

Webster's Bible Translation
Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me, and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.

World English Bible
“Here is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face was changed in me; but I kept the matter in my heart.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Here [is] the end of the matter. I, Daniel, [am] greatly troubled [by] my thoughts, and my countenance is changed on me, and I have kept the matter in my heart.”

Young's Literal Translation
Hitherto is the end of the matter. I, Daniel, greatly do my thoughts trouble me, and my countenance is changed on me, and the matter in my heart I have kept.

Smith's Literal Translation
Even to this the end of the word. I Daniel, my thoughts will greatly terrify me, and my brightness will be changed upon me: and I kept the word in my heart.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Hitherto is the end of the word. I Daniel was much troubled with my thoughts, and my countenance was changed in me: but I kept the word in my heart.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And here is the end of the message. I, Daniel, was greatly disturbed by my thoughts, and my mood was changed in me, but I preserved the message in my heart.

New American Bible
This is the end of the report. I, Daniel, was greatly terrified by my thoughts, and my face became pale, but I kept the matter to myself.

New Revised Standard Version
Here the account ends. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts greatly terrified me, and my face turned pale; but I kept the matter in my mind.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly and my countenance changed in me; but I kept the matter in my heart.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Unto here is the end of the word. I, Daniel, my mind troubled me much, and my brightness of face was changed upon me, and the word I have kept in my heart
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
Here is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my thoughts much affrighted me, and my countenance was changed in me; but I kept the matter in my heart.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my thoughts greatly troubled me, and my countenance was changed: but I kept the matter in my heart.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Daniel's Visions Interpreted
27Then the sovereignty, dominion, and greatness of the kingdoms under all of heaven will be given to the people, the saints of the Most High. His kingdom will be an everlasting kingdom, and all rulers will serve and obey Him.’ 28 Thus ends the matter. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts troubled me greatly, and my face turned pale. But I kept the matter to myself.”

Cross References
Revelation 13:1-10
Then I saw a beast with ten horns and seven heads rising out of the sea. There were ten royal crowns on its horns and blasphemous names on its heads. / The beast I saw was like a leopard, with the feet of a bear and the mouth of a lion. And the dragon gave the beast his power and his throne and great authority. / One of the heads of the beast appeared to have been mortally wounded. But the mortal wound was healed, and the whole world marveled and followed the beast. ...

Revelation 17:12-14
The ten horns you saw are ten kings who have not yet received a kingdom, but will receive one hour of authority as kings along with the beast. / These kings have one purpose: to yield their power and authority to the beast. / They will make war against the Lamb, and the Lamb will triumph over them, because He is Lord of lords and King of kings; and He will be accompanied by His called and chosen and faithful ones.”

Revelation 19:19-21
Then I saw the beast and the kings of the earth with their armies assembled to wage war against the One seated on the horse, and against His army. / But the beast was captured along with the false prophet, who on its behalf had performed signs deceiving those who had the mark of the beast and worshiped its image. Both the beast and the false prophet were thrown alive into the fiery lake of burning sulfur. / And the rest were killed with the sword that proceeded from the mouth of the One seated on the horse. And all the birds gorged themselves on their flesh.

Daniel 2:44-45
In the days of those kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be destroyed, nor will it be left to another people. It will shatter all these kingdoms and bring them to an end, but will itself stand forever. / And just as you saw a stone being cut out of the mountain without human hands, and it shattered the iron, bronze, clay, silver, and gold, so the great God has told the king what will happen in the future. The dream is true, and its interpretation is trustworthy.”

Daniel 8:27
I, Daniel, was exhausted and lay ill for days. Then I got up and went about the king’s business. I was confounded by the vision; it was beyond understanding.

Daniel 12:8-9
I heard, but I did not understand. So I asked, “My lord, what will be the outcome of these things?” / “Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end.

Matthew 24:15-16
So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand), / then let those who are in Judea flee to the mountains.

2 Thessalonians 2:3-4
Let no one deceive you in any way, for it will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness—the son of destruction—is revealed. / He will oppose and exalt himself above every so-called god or object of worship. So he will seat himself in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God.

Revelation 12:3-4
Then another sign appeared in heaven: a huge red dragon with seven heads, ten horns, and seven royal crowns on his heads. / His tail swept a third of the stars from the sky, hurling them to the earth. And the dragon stood before the woman who was about to give birth, ready to devour her child as soon as she gave birth.

Revelation 11:15
Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.”

Revelation 20:4
Then I saw the thrones, and those seated on them had been given authority to judge. And I saw the souls of those who had been beheaded for their testimony of Jesus and for the word of God, and those who had not worshiped the beast or its image and had not received its mark on their foreheads or hands. And they came to life and reigned with Christ for a thousand years.

Ezekiel 1:28
The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.

Ezekiel 28:3
Behold, you are wiser than Daniel; no secret is hidden from you!

Isaiah 14:13-14
You said in your heart: “I will ascend to the heavens; I will raise my throne above the stars of God. I will sit on the mount of assembly, in the far reaches of the north. / I will ascend above the tops of the clouds; I will make myself like the Most High.”

Isaiah 26:3
You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.


Treasury of Scripture

Till now is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me, and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart.

the end.

Daniel 8:17,19
So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision…

Daniel 11:27
And both these kings' hearts shall be to do mischief, and they shall speak lies at one table; but it shall not prosper: for yet the end shall be at the time appointed.

Daniel 12:9,13
And he said, Go thy way, Daniel: for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end…

my cogitations.

Daniel 7:15
I Daniel was grieved in my spirit in the midst of my body, and the visions of my head troubled me.

Daniel 8:27
And I Daniel fainted, and was sick certain days; afterward I rose up, and did the king's business; and I was astonished at the vision, but none understood it.

Daniel 10:8
Therefore I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me: for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no strength.

but.

Genesis 37:10
And he told it to his father, and to his brethren: and his father rebuked him, and said unto him, What is this dream that thou hast dreamed? Shall I and thy mother and thy brethren indeed come to bow down ourselves to thee to the earth?

Mark 9:15
And straightway all the people, when they beheld him, were greatly amazed, and running to him saluted him.

Luke 2:19,51
But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart…

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Daniel 7
1. Daniel's vision of the four beasts,
9. and of God's kingdom.
15. The interpretation thereof.














Thus ends the matter.
This phrase signifies the conclusion of Daniel's vision, which is a significant prophetic revelation concerning future kingdoms and the ultimate establishment of God's eternal kingdom. The phrase indicates a sense of finality and completeness, suggesting that what has been revealed is both comprehensive and authoritative. In biblical context, "the matter" refers to the vision of the four beasts and the Ancient of Days, which symbolizes God's sovereignty over human history.

As for me, Daniel,
Here, Daniel personalizes the account, emphasizing his role as the recipient of the vision. Daniel is a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his wisdom and faithfulness in exile. His personal involvement underscores the gravity of the vision and its impact on him. Daniel's experiences in Babylon, serving under various kings, provide him with a unique perspective on the rise and fall of empires, which is central to the vision.

my thoughts troubled me greatly,
Daniel's reaction to the vision is one of deep distress and concern. This reflects the overwhelming nature of the revelation, which includes terrifying images and profound implications for the future. The troubling thoughts may also stem from the vision's depiction of persecution and suffering for God's people, as well as the eventual triumph of God's kingdom. This emotional response highlights the seriousness of prophetic visions and their impact on the prophets who receive them.

and my face turned pale.
The physical reaction of turning pale indicates fear and anxiety, common responses to divine revelations in the Bible. This reaction underscores the intensity of the vision and its effect on Daniel's well-being. In the ancient Near Eastern context, such a physical response would be understood as a natural reaction to encountering the divine or receiving a message of great significance.

But I kept the matter to myself.”
Daniel's decision to keep the vision to himself suggests a period of contemplation and reflection. This may indicate the need for discernment and understanding before sharing the revelation with others. In the broader biblical narrative, there are instances where prophets are instructed to seal or keep certain revelations until the appointed time. This phrase also highlights the personal burden that prophetic insight can place on the prophet, as they grapple with the weight of divine messages.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Daniel
A prophet and a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his faithfulness to God amidst exile in Babylon. In this chapter, he receives a vision of four beasts and the Ancient of Days.

2. Babylon
The empire where Daniel was exiled. It represents a place of testing and revelation for Daniel as he interprets dreams and visions.

3. Vision of Four Beasts
A prophetic vision given to Daniel, symbolizing four kingdoms that will rise and fall before the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.

4. Ancient of Days
A title for God, emphasizing His eternal nature and sovereign authority over all earthly kingdoms.

5. End of the Matter
Refers to the conclusion of the vision and its interpretation, which leaves Daniel deeply troubled.
Teaching Points
Understanding Prophetic Visions
Prophetic visions often use symbolic language to convey spiritual truths. Seek wisdom and discernment through prayer and study to understand these symbols.

Emotional Responses to Revelation
Like Daniel, we may feel troubled by revelations of future events. It's important to process these emotions through prayer and trust in God's sovereignty.

Keeping Matters to Oneself
There is wisdom in discerning when to share revelations and when to keep them private, seeking God's timing and guidance.

God's Sovereignty Over Earthly Kingdoms
Despite the rise and fall of earthly powers, God's kingdom is eternal. This truth should anchor our hope and perspective.

Faithfulness in Exile
Daniel's example encourages us to remain faithful to God even when living in a culture that does not honor Him.(28) The matter--i.e., the vision and the revelation.

In my heart.--Daniel suffers as in Daniel 7:15 and Daniel 10:8. However, he comforts himself by keeping in his heart the words of the angel spoken in Daniel 7:17. (Comp. Luke 2:19.)

Verse 28. - Hitherto is the end of the matter. As for me Daniel, my cogitations much troubled me and my countenance changed in me: but I kept the matter in my heart. The first clause here is in the LXX. joined to the preceding verse,

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
Thus
כָּ֖ה (kāh)
Adverb
Strong's 3542: Like this, thus, here, now

ends
סוֹפָ֣א (sō·w·p̄ā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 5491: A termination

the matter.
מִלְּתָ֑א (mil·lə·ṯā)
Noun - feminine singular determinate
Strong's 4406: A word, command, discourse, subject

As for me,
אֲנָ֨ה (’ă·nāh)
Pronoun - first person common singular
Strong's 576: I

Daniel,
דָֽנִיֵּ֜אל (ḏā·nî·yêl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1841: Daniel -- 'God is my judge', an Israelite leader in Babylon

my thoughts
רַעְיוֹנַ֣י (ra‘·yō·w·nay)
Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 7476: A grasp, mental conception

troubled me
יְבַהֲלֻנַּ֗נִי (yə·ḇa·hă·lun·na·nî)
Verb - Piel - Imperfect - third person masculine plural | first person common singular
Strong's 927: To terrify, hasten

greatly,
שַׂגִּ֣יא ׀ (śag·gî)
Adjective - masculine singular
Strong's 7690: Great, much

and my face
וְזִיוַי֙ (wə·zî·way)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural construct | first person common singular
Strong's 2122: Brightness, splendor

turned pale.
יִשְׁתַּנּ֣וֹן (yiš·tan·nō·wn)
Verb - Hitpael - Imperfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 8133: To change

But I kept
נִטְרֵֽת׃ (niṭ·rêṯ)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 5202: To retain

the matter
וּמִלְּתָ֖א (ū·mil·lə·ṯā)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular determinate
Strong's 4406: A word, command, discourse, subject

to myself.”
בְּלִבִּ֥י (bə·lib·bî)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 3821: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, the centre


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