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At the end of the days I, Nebuchadnezzar, lifted up my eyes to heaven, and my understanding returned to me, and I blessed the Most High, and I praised and honored him who lives forever; for his dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom from generation to generation.

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The Upward Look of Humility

Commentators agree that Nebuchadnezzar's restoration began the moment he 'lifted up his eyes to heaven.' This was not an act of pride but the first sign of returning reason and true humility. As John Calvin notes, he looked up to God while being mentally cast down, finally acknowledging God as the sovereign judge. This upward look of dependence is the turning point from pride to repentance.

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Daniel

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Daniel 4:34

18th Century

Theologian

And at the end of the days - That is, the time designated; namely, the “seven times” that were to pass over him.

I Nebuchadnezz…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Daniel 4:34

19th Century

Bishop

Lifted up my eyes.— A sign of seeking help from heaven, as in Psalm 123:1. By his “understanding” is not meant his consciousness s…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Daniel 4:34

16th Century

Theologian

The Prophet again introduces King Nebuchadnezzar as the speaker. He says then, After that time had elapsed, he raised his eyes to heaven.

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John Gill

John Gill

On Daniel 4:34

17th Century

Pastor

And at the end of the days
Of the time fixed in the dream; that is, at the end of seven years, as Jarchi rightly inte…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Daniel 4:28–37

17th Century

Minister

Pride and self-conceit are sins that beset great men. They tend to take that glory to themselves which is due to God only. While the proud word was…