Daniel 10:8-12 ▼

8 I alone was left to see this great vision. My strength drained from me, and my vigor disappeared; I was without energy.

9 I listened to his voice, and as I did so I fell into a trance-like sleep with my face to the ground.

10 Then a hand touched me and set me on my hands and knees.

11 He said to me, |Daniel, you are of great value. Understand the words that I am about to speak to you. So stand up, for I have now been sent to you.| When he said this to me, I stood up shaking.

12 Then he said to me, |Don't be afraid, Daniel, for from the very first day you applied your mind to understand and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard. I have come in response to your words.