Daniel 6:25

25 Then King Darius wrote to all the nations and peoples of every language in all the earth: “May you prosper greatly!

Daniel 6:25 in Other Translations

25 Then king Darius wrote unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth; Peace be multiplied unto you.

25 Then King Darius wrote to all the peoples, nations, and languages that dwell in all the earth: "Peace be multiplied to you.

25 Then King Darius sent this message to the people of every race and nation and language throughout the world: “Peace and prosperity to you!

25 King Darius published this proclamation to every race, color, and creed on earth: Peace to you! Abundant peace!

25 Then King Darius wrote to those of every people, nation, and language who live in all the earth: "May your prosperity abound.

Daniel 6:25 Meaning and Commentary

Daniel 6:25

Then King Darius
Being thoroughly convinced of the miracle, and of the powerful interposition of divine Providence in it, and of the omnipotence of God, and of his concern in the government of the world; that all might be acquainted with the same, wrote unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the
earth;
he being at the head of the Babylonish monarchy, which included many nations and people of various languages; and which was increased, and still increasing, by the victories of Cyrus, who was partner with him in the empire; see ( Daniel 3:4 Daniel 3:29 ) : peace be multiplied unto you;
an increase of all kind of prosperity; an usual salutation or wish with the eastern people.

Daniel 6:25 In-Context

23 The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den. And when Daniel was lifted from the den, no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.

24 At the king’s command, the men who had falsely accused Daniel were brought in and thrown into the lions’ den, along with their wives and children. And before they reached the floor of the den, the lions overpowered them and crushed all their bones.

25 Then King Darius wrote to all the nations and peoples of every language in all the earth: “May you prosper greatly!

26 “I issue a decree that in every part of my kingdom people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel. “For he is the living God and he endures forever; his kingdom will not be destroyed, his dominion will never end.

27 He rescues and he saves; he performs signs and wonders in the heavens and on the earth. He has rescued Daniel from the power of the lions.”

Cross References

• 1. S Daniel 3:4
• 2. Daniel 4:1