Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
He
He gives
And knowledge to
King James Version
And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
Holman Bible
He removes kings and establishes kings.
He gives wisdom to the wise
and knowledge to those
who have understanding.
International Standard Version
It is God who alters the times and seasons, and he removes kings and promotes kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to the discerning.
A Conservative Version
And he changes the times and the seasons. He removes kings, and sets up kings. He gives wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those who have understanding.
American Standard Version
And he changeth the times and the seasons; he removeth kings, and setteth up kings; he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that have understanding;
Amplified
“It is He who changes the times and the seasons;
He removes kings and establishes kings.
He gives wisdom to the wise
And [greater] knowledge to those who have understanding!
Bible in Basic English
By him times and years are changed: by him kings are taken away and kings are lifted up: he gives wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those whose minds are awake:
Darby Translation
And it is he that changeth times and seasons; He deposeth kings, and setteth up kings; He giveth wisdom to the wise, And knowledge to them that know understanding.
Julia Smith Translation
And he changes the times and the seasons; removing kings and setting up kings; giving wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those knowing understanding.
King James 2000
And he changes the times and the seasons: he removes kings, and sets up kings: he gives wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
Lexham Expanded Bible
And he changes the times and the seasons, and he deposes kings and he sets up kings; he gives wisdom to wise men and knowledge to [men who] know understanding.
Modern King James verseion
And He changes the times and the seasons; He removes kings and sets up kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
He changeth the times and ages; he putteth down kings, he setteth up kings; he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and understanding to those that understand;
NET Bible
He changes times and seasons, deposing some kings and establishing others. He gives wisdom to the wise; he imparts knowledge to those with understanding;
New Heart English Bible
He changes the times and the seasons; he removes kings, and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those who have understanding;
The Emphasized Bible
And, he, changeth times and seasons, removeth kings, and setteth up kings, - giving wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to them who are skilled in understanding:
Webster
And he changeth the times and the seasons; he removeth kings, and setteth up kings; he giveth wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to them that know understanding:
World English Bible
He changes the times and the seasons; he removes kings, and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those who have understanding;
Youngs Literal Translation
And He is changing times and seasons, He is causing kings to pass away, and He is raising up kings; He is giving wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those possessing understanding.
Themes
the Gifts of God » Are dispensed according to his will
God's Promises » Of spiritual gifts » Of wisdom
Government » God setting up and removing kings
Knowledge » Who God gives knowledge to
Mishael » Also called meshach » Assists daniel in interpreting nebuchadnezzars dream
Prayer » Answered » Daniel, for the interpretation of nebuchadnezzars dream
Resurrection » The lord revealing secrets
Rulers' » Corrupt judges of israel » Appointed by God
Understanding » Those that understand
Wisdom » The lord giving wisdom
Interlinear
melek (Aramaic)
מלך
melek (Aramaic)
Usage: 180
References
Easton
Hastings
Word Count of 20 Translations in Daniel 2:21
Verse Info
Context Readings
God Reveals Nebuchadnezzar's Dream
20
Daniel said: Praise be the name of God forever and ever, for wisdom and might are his.
21
He
He gives
And knowledge to
Names
Cross References
Daniel 7:25
He will speak words against the Most High (Supreme God) and wear down (afflict) (cause great distress) the holy ones of the Most High. He will think to change the times and law and will have control until a time and times and half a time. (Three and one-half years)
Job 12:18
He takes off the bonds put on by kings and ties a belt around their waist.
Daniel 2:9
If you do not tell me my dream, the law will apply to you. You are stalling by speaking lies to me until I change my requirements. Tell me the dream, and I will know that you can show me the interpretation of it.
Daniel 4:17
The decision is by the decree of the watchers. The sentence by the word of the holy ones! It is to the intent that the living may know that the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will, and sets over it the lowest of men.
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom let him ask of God. He gives to all generously and without reproach and it will be given to him.
1 Kings 4:29
God gave Solomon great wisdom and insight, and knowledge too great to be measured.
Daniel 4:32
You will be driven from men. Your dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field. You will have to eat grass like bulls. Seven times shall pass over you until you know the Most High rules in the kingdom of men, and gives it to whomever he will.
Exodus 31:3
I filled him with the Spirit of God (my power). I gave him understanding, skill, and ability for every kind of artistic work.
Exodus 31:6
I also appointed Oholiab, son of Ahisamach, from the tribe of Dan, to help him. I have given every craftsman the skill necessary to make what I have commanded you:
1 Samuel 2:7-8
Jehovah takes away and He gives riches. He brings low and lifts up high.
1 Kings 3:8-12
I am among the people you have chosen to be your own. They are a people who are so many that they cannot be counted.
1 Kings 3:28
The people of Israel heard of Solomon's decision and were all filled with deep respect for him. They knew then that God had given him the wisdom to settle disputes fairly.
1 Kings 10:24
They came from all over the earth to see Solomon and to listen to his wisdom, which God had put in his heart.
1 Chronicles 22:12
May Jehovah give you discretion and understanding when he puts you in command over Israel, so that you may keep the law of Jehovah your God.
1 Chronicles 29:30
The records tell how he ruled, how powerful he was, and all the things that happened to him, to Israel, and to the surrounding kingdoms.
2 Chronicles 1:10-12
Please give me the wisdom and knowledge I need to rule over them. Otherwise, how would I ever be able to rule this great people of yours?
Esther 1:13
The king spoke to the wise men that were experts with knowledge of the times. It was the king's practice.
Job 34:24-29
He breaks mighty people into pieces without examining them and puts others in their places.
Psalm 31:14-15
I trust you, O Jehovah. I said: You are my God.
Psalm 75:5-7
Do not lift up your horn on high. Do not speak with insolent pride.
Psalm 113:7-8
He lifts the poor from the dust. He lifts the needy from a garbage heap.
Proverbs 2:6-7
Jehovah gives wisdom. From his mouth come knowledge and understanding.
Proverbs 8:15-16
Kings reign by me, and princes decree justice.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
For everything there is a season. There is a time for every purpose under the sun.
Jeremiah 27:5-7
I used my great strength and my powerful arm to make the earth along with the people and the animals on it. I give it to anyone I please.
Daniel 11:6
At the end of years they will become allies (form an allience). The daughter of the king of the south will come to the king of the north to make an agreement. But she will not retain the strength of her arm (power); neither will he stand, nor his arm (power); but she will be given up, and they that brought her, and he that begat her, and he that strengthened her in those times.
Luke 1:51-52
He shows strength with his arm. He scatters the proud in the thoughts of their heart.
Luke 21:15
I will give you ability to talk and words of wisdom, which your adversaries shall not be able to resist or refute.
Acts 13:21-22
Afterward they desired a king. God gave Saul the son of Kish, a man of the tribe of Benjamin, to them for forty years.
1 Corinthians 1:30
It is because of him you are united with Christ Jesus, who became wisdom to us from God, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.
James 1:17
Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above. It comes down from the Father of lights (truth and spiritual purity), with whom there is no variation. He does not change like shifting shadows.
James 3:15-17
This wisdom is not a wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, sensual, and devilish.
Revelation 19:16
He has on his garment and on his thigh a name written, King of Kings and Lord of Lords!