Daniel 8:17 As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. "Son of man," he said to me, "understand that the vision concerns the time of the end."

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New International Version
As he came near the place where I was standing, I was terrified and fell prostrate. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”

New Living Translation
As Gabriel approached the place where I was standing, I became so terrified that I fell with my face to the ground. “Son of man,” he said, “you must understand that the events you have seen in your vision relate to the time of the end.”

English Standard Version
So he came near where I stood. And when he came, I was frightened and fell on my face. But he said to me, “Understand, O son of man, that the vision is for the time of the end.”

Berean Standard Bible
As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”

Berean Literal Bible
And he came alongside my station; and at his coming, I was afraid, and fell on my face. And he said to me, “Understand, O son of man, that regarding the time of the end is the vision.”

King James Bible
So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision.

New King James Version
So he came near where I stood, and when he came I was afraid and fell on my face; but he said to me, “Understand, son of man, that the vision refers to the time of the end.”

New American Standard Bible
So he came near to where I was standing, and when he came I was frightened and fell on my face; and he said to me, “Son of man, understand that the vision pertains to the time of the end.”

NASB 1995
So he came near to where I was standing, and when he came I was frightened and fell on my face; but he said to me, “Son of man, understand that the vision pertains to the time of the end.”

NASB 1977
So he came near to where I was standing, and when he came I was frightened and fell on my face; but he said to me, “Son of man, understand that the vision pertains to the time of the end.”

Legacy Standard Bible
So he came near to where I was standing, and when he came I was terrified and fell on my face; but he said to me, “Son of man, understand that the vision pertains to the time of the end.”

Amplified Bible
So he came near where I was standing, and when he came I was frightened and fell face downward; but he said to me, “Understand, son of man, that the [fulfillment of the] vision pertains to [events that will occur in] the time of the end.”

Berean Annotated Bible
As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man, he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.

Christian Standard Bible
So he approached where I was standing; when he came near, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision refers to the time of the end.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
So he approached where I was standing; when he came near, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision refers to the time of the end.”

American Standard Version
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I was affrighted, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man; for the vision belongeth to the time of the end.

Contemporary English Version
Gabriel came over, and I fell to the ground in fear. Then he said, "You are merely a human, but you need to understand that this vision is about the end of time."

English Revised Version
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I was affrighted, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man; for the vision belongeth to the time of the end.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Gabriel came up beside me, and when he came, I was terrified and immediately knelt down. He said to me, "Son of man, understand that the vision is about the end times."

Good News Translation
Gabriel came and stood beside me, and I was so terrified that I fell to the ground. He said to me, "Mortal man, understand the meaning. The vision has to do with the end of the world."

International Standard Version
"As he approached where I was standing, I became terrified and fell on my face. But he told me, 'Son of man, understand that the vision pertains to the time of the end.'

NET Bible
So he approached the place where I was standing. As he came, I felt terrified and fell flat on the ground. Then he said to me, "Understand, son of man, that the vision pertains to the time of the end."

New Heart English Bible
So he came near where I stood, and when he came I was frightened, and fell prostrate. But he said to me, "Understand, son of man, that the vision belongs to the time of the end."

Webster's Bible Translation
So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said to me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision.
Majority Text Translations
Majority Standard Bible
As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”

World English Bible
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I was frightened, and fell on my face; but he said to me, “Understand, son of man, for the vision belongs to the time of the end.”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And he comes in near my station, and at his coming in I have been afraid, and I fall on my face, and he says to me: Understand, son of man, for at the time of the end [is] the vision.

Berean Literal Bible
And he came alongside my station; and at his coming, I was afraid, and fell on my face. And he said to me, “Understand, O son of man, that regarding the time of the end is the vision.”

Young's Literal Translation
And he cometh in near my station, and at his coming in I have been afraid, and I fall on my face, and he saith unto me: Understand, son of man, for at the time of the end is the vision.

Smith's Literal Translation
And he will come near my standing: and in his coming I was afraid, and I shall fall upon my face; and he will say to me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end, the vision.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And he came and stood near where I stood: and when he was come, I fell on my face trembling, and he said to me: Understand, O son of man, for in the time of the end the vision shall be fulfilled.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And he came and stood next to where I was standing, and when he approached, I fell on my face, trembling, and he said to me, “Understand, son of man, for in the time of the end the vision will be fulfilled.”

New American Bible
When he came near where I was standing, I fell prostrate in terror. But he said to me, “Understand, O son of man, that the vision refers to the end time.”

New Revised Standard Version
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I became frightened and fell prostrate. But he said to me, “Understand, O mortal, that the vision is for the time of the end.”
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I was afraid and fell upon my face; but he said to me, Understand, O Son of man; for at the time of the end shall be the vision.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And he came to me where I was standing, and when he came, I was afraid, and I fell on my face, and he said to me: “Understand, son of man, because this vision is for the season of the end”
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
So he came near where I stood; and when he came, I was terrified, and fell upon my face; but he said unto me: 'Understand, O son of man; for the vision belongeth to the time of the end.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And he came and stood near where I stood: and when he came, I was struck with awe, and fell upon my face: but he said to me, Understand, son of man: for yet the vision is for an appointed time.

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Context
Gabriel Interprets Daniel's Vision
…16And I heard the voice of a man calling from between the banks of the Ulai: “Gabriel, explain the vision to this man.” 17As he came near to where I stood, I was terrified and fell facedown. “Son of man,” he said to me, “understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.” 18While he was speaking with me, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground. Then he touched me, helped me to my feet,…
Cross References
As he came near to where I stood,

Daniel 9:21
while I was still praying, Gabriel, the man I had seen in the earlier vision, came to me in swift flight about the time of the evening sacrifice.

Daniel 10:10
Suddenly, a hand touched me and set me trembling on my hands and knees.

Luke 1:12
When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and gripped with fear.
I was terrified and fell facedown.

Daniel 10:9
I heard the sound of his words, and as I listened, I fell into a deep sleep, with my face to the ground.

Ezekiel 1:28
The appearance of the brilliant light all around Him was like that of a rainbow in a cloud on a rainy day. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell facedown and heard a voice speaking.

Revelation 1:17
When I saw Him, I fell at His feet like a dead man. But He placed His right hand on me and said, “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last,
“Son of man,” he said to me,

Ezekiel 2:1
“Son of man,” He said to me, “stand up on your feet and I will speak to you.”

Ezekiel 3:4
Then He said to me, “Son of man, go now to the house of Israel and speak My words to them.

Ezekiel 3:17
“Son of man, I have made you a watchman for the house of Israel. Whenever you hear a word from My mouth, give them a warning from Me.
“understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”

Daniel 12:4
But you, Daniel, shut up these words and seal the book until the time of the end. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase.”

Daniel 12:9
“Go on your way, Daniel,” he replied, “for the words are closed up and sealed until the time of the end.

Daniel 11:40
At the time of the end, the king of the South will engage him in battle, but the king of the North will storm out against him with chariots, horsemen, and many ships, invading many countries and sweeping through them like a flood.
Matthew 24:15
So when you see standing in the holy place ‘the abomination of desolation,’ spoken of by the prophet Daniel (let the reader understand),

Revelation 10:11
And they told me, “You must prophesy again about many peoples and nations and tongues and kings.”

Revelation 22:8-9
And I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I had heard and seen them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had shown me these things. / But he said to me, “Do not do that! I am a fellow servant with you and your brothers the prophets, and with those who keep the words of this book. Worship God!”

Matthew 24:30
At that time the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and all the tribes of the earth will mourn. They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.


Treasury of Scripture

So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell on my face: but he said to me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision.

I was.

Daniel 10:7,8,16
And I Daniel alone saw the vision: for the men that were with me saw not the vision; but a great quaking fell upon them, so that they fled to hide themselves…

Genesis 17:3
And Abram fell on his face: and God talked with him, saying,

Ezekiel 1:28
As the appearance of the bow that is in the cloud in the day of rain, so was the appearance of the brightness round about. This was the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the LORD. And when I saw it, I fell upon my face, and I heard a voice of one that spake.

Understand.

Daniel 8:15
And it came to pass, when I, even I Daniel, had seen the vision, and sought for the meaning, then, behold, there stood before me as the appearance of a man.

Daniel 9:23
At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to shew thee; for thou art greatly beloved: therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision.

Daniel 10:11
And he said unto me, O Daniel, a man greatly beloved, understand the words that I speak unto thee, and stand upright: for unto thee am I now sent. And when he had spoken this word unto me, I stood trembling.

O son.

Ezekiel 2:1
And he said unto me, Son of man, stand upon thy feet, and I will speak unto thee.

Ezekiel 6:2
Son of man, set thy face toward the mountains of Israel, and prophesy against them,

at.

Daniel 8:19
And he said, Behold, I will make thee know what shall be in the last end of the indignation: for at the time appointed the end shall be.

Daniel 9:27
And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week: and in the midst of the week he shall cause the sacrifice and the oblation to cease, and for the overspreading of abominations he shall make it desolate, even until the consummation, and that determined shall be poured upon the desolate.

Daniel 11:35,36
And some of them of understanding shall fall, to try them, and to purge, and to make them white, even to the time of the end: because it is yet for a time appointed…

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As he came near to where I stood
This phrase describes the approach of the angel Gabriel to Daniel. Gabriel is one of the few angels named in the Bible, indicating his importance. His role as a messenger is consistent with other appearances, such as in Luke 1:19, where he announces the birth of John the Baptist. The approach signifies the importance of the message being delivered.

I was terrified and fell facedown
Daniel's reaction is typical of encounters with divine beings, reflecting the overwhelming holiness and power of such beings. Similar reactions are seen in Ezekiel 1:28 and Revelation 1:17, where individuals fall in awe and fear before divine manifestations. This response underscores the gravity of the vision and the message being conveyed.

“Son of man,” he said to me
The term "son of man" is used frequently in the book of Ezekiel and here in Daniel to emphasize the humanity of the prophet in contrast to the divine nature of the vision. It highlights Daniel's role as a representative of humanity receiving divine revelation. This term is also significant in the New Testament, where Jesus frequently uses it to refer to Himself, emphasizing His role as the representative and redeemer of humanity.

“understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”
This phrase indicates that the vision has eschatological significance, pointing to events that will occur in the future. The "time of the end" is a recurring theme in apocalyptic literature, including Daniel 12:4 and Revelation 22:10, where it refers to the culmination of God's plan for history. This vision is not just for Daniel's time but has implications for the ultimate fulfillment of God's purposes.

Persons / Places / Events
1. Daniel
A prophet and a key figure in the Old Testament, known for his faithfulness to God and his ability to interpret dreams and visions.

2. Gabriel
An angel sent by God to deliver messages to His people. In this context, Gabriel is tasked with explaining the vision to Daniel.

3. Vision
The vision Daniel receives is a prophetic revelation concerning future events, specifically related to the "time of the end."

4. Time of the End
This phrase refers to a future period, often interpreted as the end times or the culmination of God's plan for history.

5. Babylon
The setting of Daniel's life and ministry, a place of exile for the Israelites, and a symbol of worldly power and opposition to God.
Teaching Points
Understanding Prophecy
Prophecy requires divine interpretation. Just as Daniel needed Gabriel's explanation, we need the Holy Spirit to understand God's Word.

Reverence for God
Daniel's reaction of fear and falling facedown highlights the appropriate response to God's holiness and the seriousness of His messages.

End Times Awareness
Believers should be aware of the signs of the times and live with an eternal perspective, preparing for Christ's return.

Role of Angels
Angels are messengers of God, playing a crucial role in delivering His messages and executing His plans.

Faithfulness in Exile
Like Daniel, we are called to remain faithful to God even when living in a world that opposes His values.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Daniel 8:17?

2. How does Daniel 8:17 emphasize the importance of understanding prophetic visions today?

3. What role does Gabriel play in helping Daniel understand the vision's meaning?

4. How can we seek God's guidance when interpreting complex biblical passages like Daniel 8:17?

5. How does Daniel 8:17 connect with other prophetic visions in the Bible?

6. How can we apply the lessons from Daniel 8:17 to our daily lives?

7. What does Daniel 8:17 reveal about the nature of prophetic visions in the Bible?

8. How does Daniel 8:17 challenge our understanding of divine communication?

9. Why is Gabriel's role significant in Daniel 8:17?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 8?

What Does Daniel 8:17 Mean
As he came near to where I stood

• Gabriel, already named in Daniel 8:16, moves toward Daniel, showing God’s initiative to grant understanding (Daniel 9:22; Luke 1:19, 26).

• The nearness of a heavenly messenger underscores that revelation is personal and purposeful, not abstract (John 15:15).

I was terrified and fell facedown

• Daniel’s reaction parallels others who encountered the divine (Ezekiel 1:28; Revelation 1:17).

• Holy fear exposes human frailty before God’s glory (Isaiah 6:5; Exodus 20:18-19).

• Falling facedown expresses worshipful surrender (Genesis 17:3; Matthew 17:6).

“Son of man,” he said to me

• The title highlights Daniel’s humanity versus Gabriel’s heavenly origin (Psalm 8:4; Ezekiel 2:1).

• It reminds that insight comes from God, not human brilliance (Daniel 2:30; 1 Corinthians 2:10-12).

“understand that the vision concerns the time of the end.”

• Gabriel fixes the vision’s horizon on history’s climax (Daniel 12:4, 9).

• Near-term fulfillment: Medo-Persia and Greece, reaching a prototype in Antiochus IV (Daniel 8:20-22).

• Ultimate fulfillment: foreshadows the final antichrist and tribulation (Matthew 24:15; 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4; Revelation 13:5-7).

• God reveals the end to affirm His sovereignty (Isaiah 46:9-10) and stir alert faith (Mark 13:37).

summary

Daniel 8:17 shows Gabriel’s approach, Daniel’s awestruck humility, the angel’s reminder of human limitation, and the assurance that the vision reaches to the consummation of the age. The verse calls believers to reverent submission, confidence in God’s sovereign plan, and watchful hope for the ultimate fulfillment of His kingdom.

(17) The time of the end--i.e., either at the final period of earthly history, or at the time which lies at the limit of the prophetic horizon. St. Jerome observes that what happened in the times of Antiochus was typical of what shall be fulfilled hereafter in Antichrist.

Verse 17. - So he came near where I stood: and when he came, I was afraid, and fell upon my face: but he said unto me, Understand, O son of man: for at the time of the end shall be the vision. The versions are here in close agreement with the Massoretic text. On Gabriel's approach Daniel fell on his face, overwhelmed at contact with the spiritual. It is mentioned as if this were the natural result of such an interview as that vouchsafed to Daniel. At first sight this contradicts Daniel 7:16, where Daniel interrogates one of the angelic bystanders. In the first place, Daniel 7:15 shows that Daniel had been grieved and disturbed before he ventured on the question; and, next, Gabriel was one of the great angels that stood before God. Gabriel addressed Daniel by the title so often given to Ezekiel, "son of man," ben-adam. Professor Fuller, and also Kranichfeld, remark on the contrast between Gabriel, "Hero of God," and ben-adam, "son of man" The time of the end does not mean the end of the world, or of the appearance of the Messiah, for in this vision there is no reference to either of these. It is rather to be rendered, after the analogy of Jeremiah 50:26, where miqqetz means "from the utmost border," and reaches to a far-off time.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Hebrew
As he came
וַיָּבֹא֙ (way·yā·ḇō)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

near
אֵ֣צֶל (’ê·ṣel)
Preposition
Strong's 681: A joining together, proximity

to where I stood,
עָמְדִ֔י (‘ā·mə·ḏî)
Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common singular
Strong's 5975: To stand, in various relations

I was terrified
נִבְעַ֔תִּי (niḇ·‘at·tî)
Verb - Nifal - Perfect - first person common singular
Strong's 1204: To fall upon, startle, terrify

and fell
וָאֶפְּלָ֖ה (wā·’ep·pə·lāh)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - first person common singular | third person feminine singular
Strong's 5307: To fall, lie

facedown.
עַל־ (‘al-)
Preposition
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

“Son
בֶּן־ (ben-)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 1121: A son

of man,”
אָדָ֔ם (’ā·ḏām)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 120: Ruddy, a human being

he said
וַיֹּ֤אמֶר (way·yō·mer)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Qal - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

to me,
אֵלַי֙ (’ê·lay)
Preposition | first person common singular
Strong's 413: Near, with, among, to

“understand
הָבֵ֣ן (hā·ḇên)
Verb - Hifil - Imperative - masculine singular
Strong's 995: To separate mentally, understand

that
כִּ֖י (kî)
Conjunction
Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction

the vision
הֶחָזֽוֹן׃ (he·ḥā·zō·wn)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 2377: A sight, a dream, revelation, oracle

concerns the time
לְעֶת־ (lə·‘eṯ-)
Preposition-l | Noun - common singular construct
Strong's 6256: Time, now, when

of the end.”
קֵ֥ץ (qêṣ)
Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 7093: An extremity, after


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