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For this cause the king was angry and very furious, and commanded to destroy all the wise men of Babylon.
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The Rage of a Despot
Commentators explain that Nebuchadnezzar's reaction was not just anger but an extreme, tyrannical fury. His fear over the dream, combined with the wise men's claim that his request was impossible, led him to an unjust and sweeping death sentence. This reveals the dangerous nature of absolute power when confronted with its own limitations.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For this cause the king was angry — because they failed in explaining the subject that had been referred to them. It is true that his anger …
19th Century
Anglican
This order to massacre the wise men extended apparently only to those who were resident in the city of Babylon, where they had a fixed habitation. …
16th Century
Protestant
The former denunciation was horrible, but now Nebuchadnezzar proceeds beyond it; for he not only threatens the Chaldeans with death, but commands i…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For this cause the king was angry, and very furious Not only because they could not tell his dream, and the interpre…
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