As for these four children — On the word “children,” see the notes at Daniel 1:4. Compare Daniel 1:6.

God gave them knowledge and …

Learning and wisdom.— These appear to be contrasted in this verse. The former refers to literature, and implies the knowledge of s…

Thus Melzar took away the portion of their meat, and the wine that they should drink; and gave them pulse. As for these four children, God gave…

The Prophet here shows what we have already touched upon: how his authority was acquired for exercising the prophetic office with greater advantage…

As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and
skill in all learning and wisdom
As they prospered…

Daniel and his companions kept to their religion; and God rewarded them with eminence in learning. Godly young people should strive to do better th…