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A King's Prideful Plea
Commentators note that even in his terror, Belshazzar addresses Daniel with contempt. By immediately emphasizing Daniel's status as a "captive of Judah," the king reveals a heart still full of pride, attempting to maintain superiority even while desperately needing help. This shows how deeply arrogance can resist humility, even in a crisis.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 5:13
18th Century
Theologian
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Charles Ellicott
On Daniel 5:13
19th Century
Bishop
And the king spake—The words of the queen-mother, especially her mention of the circumstance that Daniel’s name had been …
John Calvin
On Daniel 5:13–16
16th Century
Theologian
Here the king does not acknowledge his own folly. Instead, without any modesty, he questions Daniel, and as a captive at that: Are you that Dan…
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John Gill
On Daniel 5:13
17th Century
Pastor
Then was Daniel brought in before the king
Proper officers being sent to seek and find him; and having fetched him f…
Matthew Henry
On Daniel 5:10–17
17th Century
Minister
Daniel was forgotten at court; he lived privately and was then ninety years of age. Many consult servants of God on curious questions, or to explai…