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An Accusation of Ingratitude
Commentators explain that the accusers were strategic. By reminding the king that he himself had promoted Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, they framed the men's refusal to bow not just as religious non-compliance, but as personal ingratitude and political rebellion, calculated to provoke the king's maximum anger.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 3:12
18th Century
Theologian
There are certain Jews whom you have set over the affairs of the province of Babylon, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego - ([Referenc…
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 3:12
19th Century
Bishop
Whom thou hast set.— The high position of these men is mentioned partly to explain the king’s anger on account of their s…
John Calvin
On Daniel 3:8–12
16th Century
Theologian
Although the intention of those who accused Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is not expressed here, we still gather from this event that it was most…
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John Gill
On Daniel 3:12
17th Century
Pastor
There are certain Jews
Men, by birth, by nation, and religion, despicable, foreigners, exiles, and captives; this th…
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 3:8–18
17th Century
Minister
True devotion calms the spirit, quieting and softening it, but superstition and devotion to false gods inflame men's passions. The matter is put co…