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Whereas they commanded to leave the stump of the roots of the tree; your kingdom shall be sure to you, after that you shall have known that the heavens do rule.
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Hope in Judgment
Commentators emphasize that the command to leave the tree's stump is a powerful symbol of God's mercy. Even in this severe judgment, God promises restoration. The punishment is temporary and designed for correction, not complete destruction, showing that God's goal is to bring Nebuchadnezzar to repentance, not to annihilate him.
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Daniel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And whereas they commanded—the watchers, (Daniel 4:15). Compare Daniel 4:17.
To leave the stump of the tr…
19th Century
Anglican
They commanded — i.e., the watchers. We observe, however, in Daniel 4:13 that the command is only ascribed to one of the …
16th Century
Protestant
Here Daniel closes the interpretation of the dream and shows how God did not treat King Nebuchadnezzar so severely, thereby showing clemency
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And whereas they commanded to leave the stump of the tree roots That is the watchers …
Daniel was struck with amazement and terror at so heavy a judgment coming upon so great a prince, and gives advice with tenderness and respect. It …
