The Lord revealed to Nebuchadnezzar in a dream and through the Lord's prophet Daniel that Nebuchadnezzar's kingdom will not endure forever. Nebuchadnezzar might think that he is on top of the world and the ruler over the empire that is truly the gateway of the gods. The Lord will show Nebuchadnezzar that Nebuchadnezzar does not lead God around on a leash, but the Lord shows his ability to save the utmost unlike any dumb idol.