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A Picture of a Perfect Kingdom
Commentators agree that the magnificent tree is a powerful symbol of Nebuchadnezzar's kingdom at its peak. Its beautiful leaves, abundant fruit, and vast size represent an empire that is healthy, prosperous, and majestic. It's a picture of ideal earthly power and glory, providing for and protecting all within its reach.
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Daniel
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 4:12
18th Century
Theologian
The leaves of it were fair—Were beautiful. That is, they were abundant, and green, and there were no signs of decay. Everything indicated a …
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 4:12
19th Century
Bishop
Its fruit great.— This implies the great quantity of fruit as well as its largeness.
John Calvin
On Daniel 4:10–12
16th Century
Theologian
The following verses should be added:
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John Gill
On Daniel 4:12
17th Century
Pastor
The leaves thereof were fair
or "branches" F9 , as some; and design either the provinces belonging to his…
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 4:1–18
17th Century
Minister
The beginning and end of this chapter lead us to hope that Nebuchadnezzar was a monument to the power of divine grace and the riches of divine merc…