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God's Power to Restore
Commentators emphasize that Nebuchadnezzar's return to sanity and power was a profound act of God's mercy. John Calvin describes it as a 'kind of new creation.' This restoration wasn't just a return to normal; it was a divine gift demonstrating that God can graciously restore what seems irrevocably lost, whether it's reason, status, or honor.
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Daniel
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 4:36
18th Century
Theologian
At the same time my reason returned unto me - Showing that he regarded himself as having been insane.
And for the glory of my k…
Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 4:36
19th Century
Bishop
For the glory: He means that the splendour returned, so as to increase the honour and glory of his reign.
John Calvin
On Daniel 4:36
16th Century
Theologian
Here Nebuchadnezzar explains at length what he had previously touched upon only briefly; for he had recovered his soundness of mind and thus commen…
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John Gill
On Daniel 4:36
17th Century
Pastor
At the same time my reason returned unto me
Or, "my understanding" F17 ; this he repeats, not only to exp…
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…