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At the end of ten days their faces appeared fairer, and they were fatter in flesh, than all the youths who ate of the king`s dainties.
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God's Blessing Nourishes
Commentators unanimously agree that the youths' healthy appearance was a direct result of God's blessing, not merely the natural effect of their diet. John Calvin explains this illustrates the principle that "man does not live by bread alone," but by God's power. The outcome was a divine sign confirming that their decision to honor God was the right one.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer—Hebrew, “good;” that is, they appeared more beautiful and healthy. Th…
19th Century
Anglican
Appeared fairer.— Thus was God beginning to assert His power among the Babylonians. This change in the appearance of Daniel was th…
Baptist
I do not doubt that the satisfaction of heart which they had in keeping themselves undefiled tended to give them a good digestion, and thus they we…
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16th Century
Protestant
Now this surprising event took place: Daniel contracted neither leanness nor weakness from that simple food, but his face was as shining as if he h…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer, and fatter in flesh At the time …
The advantages we believe we create for ourselves, we must acknowledge as God's gift. Daniel remained steadfast in his religion. Whatever they call…
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