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An Accusation Fueled by Envy
Commentators widely agree that the Chaldeans who accused the three friends were motivated by professional jealousy. They resented these Jewish exiles holding positions of power and were eagerly watching for an opportunity to bring them down. This highlights how envy can lead to malicious actions, even under the guise of loyalty to authority.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 3:8
18th Century
Theologian
Therefore, at that time certain Chaldeans came near and accused the Jews - It does not appear that they accused the Jews in general, but par…
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 3:8
19th Century
Bishop
Therefore. — that is, because certain Jews were noticed to be absent at the time. It is natural to suppose that the promo…
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 3:8
17th Century
Pastor
Wherefore at that time certain Chaldeans came near That is, to King Nebuchadnezzar, either in his palace at Babylon, or m…
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…