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Daniel 4:29 Meaning

At the end of twelve months he walked in the palace of the kingdom of Babylon.

Context Explained

27Wherefore, O king, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor; if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity.

28All this came upon the king Nebuchadnezzar.

29At the end of twelve months he walked in the palace of the kingdom of Babylon.

30The king spake, and said, Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for the house of the kingdom by the might of my power, and for the honour of my majesty?

31While the word was in the king's mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, saying, O king Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken; The kingdom is departed from thee.

Key Themes

prideconsequencehumility

Related Cross References

  • Proverbs 16:18

    Both verses warn about the dangers of pride before a fall.

  • Luke 14:11

    Jesus teaches that those who exalt themselves will be humbled.

  • 1 Peter 5:5

    Encourages humility among believers to avoid pride.

Source: Daniel 4:29