Daniel 4:19

French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)

c'est toi, roi. Tu es devenu grand et fort. Ta grandeur a augmenté jusqu'à toucher le ciel et ta domination s'étend jusqu'aux extrémités de la terre.

Que signifie ce verset ?

In this verse, Daniel is shocked by a dream he's about to interpret for the king. The king notices Daniel's distress and tells him not to worry. Daniel then says he hopes the dream's meaning falls upon those who hate the king.

Expliqué aux enfants

Imagine you're playing a game of hide-and-seek, and you find out someone hid something scary. You might feel scared and confused, just like Daniel. But the king, who's like the team captain, tells Daniel not to worry and that everything will be okay.

Contexte historique

Daniel 4 was written by Daniel, a prophet and advisor to the Babylonian kings, around the 6th century BCE. The verse speaks to the king of Babylon, likely Nebuchadnezzar, about a troubling dream Daniel is about to interpret. The cultural setting involves a mix of Babylonian and Hebrew beliefs.

Application pour aujourd'hui

In modern life, this verse can teach us to be supportive of our friends when they're facing difficulties. Just like the king's reassurance to Daniel, we can offer comfort and hope to those who are troubled.

Thèmes

• dreams
• interpretation
• comfort
• trust
• advice
• enemies

Versets liés

• Ezekiel 29:21
• Matthew 24:7
• Jeremiah 49:17
• Luke 21:11
• 1 Corinthians 2:10

Questions fréquentes

Why was Daniel troubled by the dream?

Daniel was troubled because the dream he was about to interpret likely had negative implications, and he was concerned for the king's well-being.

What does the king's response to Daniel indicate?

The king's response shows his trust in Daniel and his desire to reassure him, indicating a strong relationship between them.

What does Daniel's wish for the dream's meaning to fall on his enemies mean?

Daniel's wish reflects his loyalty to the king and his hope that any negative outcomes of the dream would affect the king's enemies instead of the king himself.

How does this verse relate to the rest of Daniel?

This verse fits into the broader context of Daniel's role as a prophet who interprets divine messages for kings, showing his deep concern and loyalty to the king of Babylon.