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He changes the times and the seasons; he removes kings, and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise, and knowledge to those who have understanding;
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God Governs History
Commentators unanimously explain that this verse declares God's absolute sovereignty over world events. The 'changing of times and seasons' and the 'removing and setting up of kings' refer to God's direct control over the rise and fall of empires. As Daniel was about to reveal, the succession of world powers is not a result of chance or human might alone, but is orchestrated according to God's divine plan.
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Daniel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And He changes the times and the seasons - The object of this is to assert the general control of God in reference to all changes that occur…
19th Century
Anglican
Changes times— that is, He orders the events which occur at different times and seasons. Daniel refers to the dream which had been…
16th Century
Protestant
Daniel explains in these words what might have been obscure, for he teaches that God is the true fountain of wisdom and virtue, while he does not c…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And he changeth the times and the season Not only of day and night, summer and winter, and times and seasons of prosperit…
Daniel humbly prayed that God would reveal to him the king's dream and its meaning. Praying friends are valuable friends; and it is fitting for the…
