Daniel 10:14

Authorized King James Version

Now I am come to make thee understand what shall befall thy people in the latter days: for yet the vision is for many days.

Word-by-Word Analysis

וּבָ֙אתִי֙

H935

Now I am come

to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)

לַהֲבִ֣ינְךָ֔

H995

to make thee understand

to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e., (generally) understand

אֵ֛ת

H853

properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)

אֲשֶׁר

H834

who, which, what, that; also (as an adverb and a conjunction) when, where, how, because, in order that, etc

יִקְרָ֥ה

H7136

what shall befall

to light upon (chiefly by accident); specifically, to impose timbers (for roof or floor)

לְעַמְּךָ֖

H5971

thy people

a people (as a congregated unit); specifically, a tribe (as those of israel); hence (collectively) troops or attendants; figuratively, a flock

בְּאַחֲרִ֣ית

H319

in the latter

the last or end, hence, the future; also posterity

לַיָּמִֽים׃

H3117

days

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

כִּי

H3588

(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed

#10

ע֥וֹד

H5750

properly, iteration or continuance; used only adverbially (with or without preposition), again, repeatedly, still, more

#11

חָז֖וֹן

H2377

for yet the vision

a sight (mentally), i.e., a dream, revelation, or oracle

#12

לַיָּמִֽים׃

H3117

days

a day (as the warm hours), whether literal (from sunrise to sunset, or from one sunset to the next), or figurative (a space of time defined by an asso

Analysis

Within the broader context of Daniel, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of covenant community connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about covenant community, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Daniel.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood covenant community. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

How does the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?
How does this verse's literary context within Daniel chapter 10 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding covenant community in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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