Daniel 3:11 kjv
And whoso falleth not down and worshippeth, that he should be cast into the midst of a burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:11 nkjv
and whoever does not fall down and worship shall be cast into the midst of a burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:11 niv
and that whoever does not fall down and worship will be thrown into a blazing furnace.
Daniel 3:11 esv
And whoever does not fall down and worship shall be cast into a burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:11 nlt
That decree also states that those who refuse to obey must be thrown into a blazing furnace.
Daniel 3 11 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 2:47 | "The king acknowledged that your God is indeed the God of gods..." | God's sovereignty |
| Psalm 2:1-2 | "Why do the nations rage and the peoples plot in vain? The kings of the earth rise up..." | Earthly rulers vs. God |
| Proverbs 21:1 | "The king’s heart is a stream of water in the hand of the Lord..." | God's control over kings |
| Isaiah 44:28 | "...who says of Cyrus, 'He is my shepherd, and he shall perform all my pleasure'..." | God ordaining rulers |
| Jeremiah 27:5-7 | "It was I who made the earth, and the people and animals that are on the earth, by my great power and by my outstretched arm, and I give it to whom it pleases me... Now I will give all these lands into the hand of Nebuchadnezzar the king of Babylon, my servant..." | God giving authority |
| Matthew 6:10 | "your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." | God's sovereign will |
| Acts 17:28 | "'For in him we live and move and have our being'..." | God's pervasive influence |
| Romans 13:1-2 | "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established..." | God establishing authority |
| Daniel 4:17 | "...this by the decree of the watchers, and by the sentence of the holy ones: to the end that the living may know that the Most High rules the kingdom of men, gives it to whom he will, and sets over it even the lowliest of men." | God's ultimate rule |
| Daniel 5:21 | "...until he knew that the Most High God rules and sets over it whomever he will." | God's ultimate rule |
| Daniel 6:26 | "...for he is the living God, enduring forever; his kingdom shall not be destroyed, and his dominion shall be absolute." | God's eternal kingdom |
| Ephesians 1:11 | "In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will," | God's predetermined will |
| 1 Timothy 6:15 | "...which he will display at the proper time—he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of lords," | God's supreme sovereignty |
| Revelation 1:5 | "...and from Jesus Christ the faithful witness, the firstborn of the dead, and the ruler of kings on earth." | Christ's kingship |
| Revelation 19:16 | "On his robe and on his thigh he has a name written, King of kings and Lord of lords." | Christ's supreme title |
| Psalm 115:3 | "Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases." | God's sovereign power |
| Genesis 50:20 | "As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good..." | God's purposes through others |
| Job 41:11 | "Who has gone before me, that I should pay him? Everything under heaven is mine." | God's ultimate ownership |
| Proverbs 16:4 | "The Lord has made everything for its purpose, even the wicked for the day of trouble." | God's sovereign control |
| Acts 2:36 | "Let all Israel therefore know for certain that God has made him both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom you crucified." | God establishing Christ |
| Romans 11:36 | "For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory forever! Amen." | God as the source of all |
| 1 Corinthians 12:11 | "All these are empowered by one and the same Spirit, who distributes to each one just as the Spirit determines." | Spirit's sovereign distribution |
Daniel 3 verses
Daniel 3 11 Meaning
This verse declares Nebuchadnezzar’s absolute, unchallengeable authority over his kingdom. It establishes him as the sole source of all legal pronouncements and actions taken by his officials. The king's decree is presented as final, leaving no room for discretion or disobedience by any subordinate.
Daniel 3 11 Context
This verse occurs within the narrative of Daniel chapter 3, detailing the experience of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Nebuchadnezzar, king of Babylon, had erected a massive golden image and commanded all his subjects to worship it. Failure to comply meant being thrown into a fiery furnace. Daniel is absent during this specific episode, suggesting he might have been away on a mission or temporarily out of the royal court. This chapter highlights a critical clash between Babylonian imperial religious demands and the steadfast monotheism of the Jewish exiles. The verse sets the stage for the defiance of the three men, emphasizing the king's absolute power and the dire consequences for disobedience.
Daniel 3 11 Word Analysis
Whosoever: "Kol dehí" (Aramaic) - This pronoun signifies "everyone" or "anyone" without exception.
shall hear: "leshmaʻ" (Aramaic) - To perceive with the ear, to listen, to obey.
the sound: "qāla" (Aramaic) - Refers to noise, voice, or sound.
of the music: "qarnāyā" (Aramaic) - Specifically refers to a horn or trumpet sound, suggesting a formal announcement or command signaled by a trumpet.
pipe: "mašrôqītā" (Aramaic) - A flute or pipe, part of the instruments mentioned.
lyre: "kînnôr” (Aramaic) - A stringed instrument, like a harp or lyre.
trigon: "sämphōnîah" (Aramaic) - This is a term with some scholarly debate, likely referring to a stringed instrument played in a triangular fashion, perhaps a type of dulcimer or bagpipe.
drums: "pōqăḇālînn" (Aramaic) - Likely a percussion instrument, possibly referring to cymbals or kettledrums.
all kinds of music: "kāl ʼăwîn" (Aramaic) - Emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the instruments involved, leaving no musical category excluded.
fall down: "tiplûn" (Aramaic) - To prostrate oneself, to bow down in worship or submission.
and worship: "we-loʻabdîn" (Aramaic) - To serve or worship, signifying adoration and obedience.
the image: "śəlaḥā" (Aramaic) - A statue, idol, or image.
of gold: "di dehab" (Aramaic) - Of gold, identifying the material of the image.
that: "de-hemēlēḵ" (Aramaic) - That which.
Nebuchadnezzar: "Nəbūḵaḏnēʻaṣar" (Aramaic) - The name of the Babylonian king.
the king: "melek" (Aramaic) - King.
hath set up: "heqîm" (Aramaic) - To cause to stand, to erect, to establish.
Group of words: "sound of the music, and pipe, the lyre, the trigon, the psaltery, the drones, and all kinds of music": This extensive list of instruments underscores the Babylonian court's opulence and the deliberate sensory and ceremonial nature of the decree. It creates a powerful auditory environment designed to overwhelm and command conformity. The king intended to leverage all cultural and sensory means to enforce his will, demonstrating the breadth of his authority over every aspect of his subjects’ lives, including their response to music.
Daniel 3 11 Bonus Section
The selection of music for the decree may also allude to religious festivals or ceremonies prevalent in Babylonian culture, wherein specific instruments accompanied acts of worship. By making worship of the golden image a response to these familiar sounds, Nebuchadnezzar attempts to reframe the act as customary and sanctioned, rather than an imposition of a new deity. This strategic use of cultural norms highlights how absolute rulers often co-opt tradition and ceremony to legitimize their power and directives.
Daniel 3 11 Commentary
Nebuchadnezzar’s command in this verse is a potent demonstration of tyrannical power. He leverages a diverse orchestra to ensure his golden image is universally recognized and obeyed. The detailed list of instruments is not mere description; it signifies the totality of submission required. The king seeks not just outward obedience but the participation of all senses—hearing and enacting a worshipful posture—in response to the music. This reflects a pervasive totalitarian mindset where the state controls even cultural expressions for its own ends. The decree is absolute: anyone failing to comply faces the fiery furnace, establishing the gravity of the situation and setting up the profound faith of the three young men who will refuse to obey.