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God Governs Human Hearts
The commentators unanimously agree that God was the direct cause of the favor Daniel received. Scholars like Calvin explain that God has the power to soften even the hardest hearts, turning potential enemies into allies to protect His people and accomplish His will. This verse is a powerful reminder that our ultimate security lies not in human approval, but in God's sovereign control over every situation.
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Daniel
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 1:9
18th Century
Theologian
Now God had brought Daniel into favor — (Proverbs 16:7). By what means this had been done is not mentioned. It may be presumed, …
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 1:9
19th Century
Bishop
Into favour. —The close correspondence between Daniel and Joseph has been frequently remarked. Each finds favour with his master, …
Charles Spurgeon
On Daniel 1:8–9
19th Century
Preacher
Therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love wi…
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John Calvin
On Daniel 1:9
16th Century
Theologian
Daniel, yesterday, related what he had asked from the master to whose care he had been committed. He now adds his account to show this request was …
John Gill
On Daniel 1:9
17th Century
Pastor
Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of the eunuchs .
Even before this request w…
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 1:8–16
17th Century
Minister
The advantages we believe we create for ourselves, we must acknowledge as God's gift. Daniel remained steadfast in his religion. Whatever they call…