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A Desperate, Not Humble, Plea
Commentators note that King Belshazzar's words are not a sign of genuine faith. He is repeating what he just heard from the queen out of sheer terror and necessity. Scholars like Calvin highlight the king's pride, pointing out that he only sought God's prophet when his own wise men failed, revealing a heart motivated by fear, not a sincere desire for God.
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Daniel
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 5:14
18th Century
Theologian
I have even heard of you ... - (Daniel 5:11).
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…
John Gill
On Daniel 5:14
17th Century
Pastor
I have even heard of you Very probably he had heard often of him, though he did not think fit to honour him, and use him …
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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…