Category: Daniel

Daniel 8:13-14 is about a vision foretelling the desecration of the sanctuary and the rise of a sinful ruler, but also the assurance that ultimately justice will prevail and the sanctuary will be cleansed. 13 Then I heard a holy one speaking, and another holy one said to the one who spoke, “For how long…

Daniel 10:15-19 is about the angelic messenger strengthening and comforting Daniel while explaining the spiritual battle occurring in the heavenly realms and the significance of Daniel’s role in God’s plan. 15 When he had spoken to me according to these words, I turned my face toward the ground and was mute. 16 And behold, one…

Daniel 13:51-64 is about the unjust accusations and deceptive schemes of the elders against Susanna, highlighting the importance of truth, innocence, and the righteous judgment of God. There is no verse in the Bible with the reference Daniel 13:51 in the ESV translation. 52 And in the heat of anger the two elders stood up…

Daniel 14:1-9 is about the power of God in exposing the deceit of idol worshippers through the wisdom and faith of Daniel, who proves that the idols themselves are fraudulent by revealing the deceitful actions of the priests. 1 And Daniel was a companion of the king, and was the most honored of all his…

Daniel 3:19-23 is about the faith and loyalty of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to God, as they refuse to bow down to the golden image, even when faced with the threat of a fiery furnace by King Nebuchadnezzar, showcasing their unwavering trust in God’s protection and power. 19 Then Nebuchadnezzar was filled with fury, and…

Daniel 4:30-31 is about the downfall of King Nebuchadnezzar due to his pride and arrogance, serving as a cautionary tale against hubris and the importance of humility before God. 30 The king answered and said, “Is not this great Babylon, which I have built by my mighty power as a royal residence and for the…

Daniel 5:24-28 is about King Belshazzar being warned by the writing on the wall that he has been weighed by God and found wanting, leading to the imminent fall of his kingdom. 24 “Then from his presence the hand was sent, and this writing was inscribed.” 25 “And this is the writing that was inscribed:…

Daniel 6:11-15 is about Daniel’s unwavering commitment to God even in the face of danger and persecution, showcasing faith and loyalty as he continued to pray to God despite the decree prohibiting it, ultimately leading to his miraculous deliverance from the den of lions. 11 Then these men came by agreement and found Daniel making…

Daniel 8:15-19 is about the prophet Daniel receiving a vision from the angel Gabriel, who explains to him the significance of the vision regarding future events and the rise and fall of powerful kingdoms. 15 When I, Daniel, had seen the vision, I sought to understand it. And behold, there stood before me one having…