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God is the Source of All Authority
Commentators unanimously agree that the verse's primary point is that Nebuchadnezzar's immense power was a direct gift from God. Daniel establishes that all earthly authority, even that of the most absolute monarchs, is derived from and accountable to the Most High God, a theme consistent with passages like Romans 13:1.
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Albert Barnes
On Daniel 5:19
18th Century
Theologian
And, for the majesty that He gave him—That is, on account of his greatness, referring to the talents which God had conferred on him, and t…
John Calvin
On Daniel 5:18–20
16th Century
Theologian
Before Daniel recites the writing and adds its interpretation, he explains to King Belshazzar the origin of this prodigy. He did not begin the read…
John Gill
On Daniel 5:19
17th Century
Pastor
And for the majesty that he gave him
The greatness of his power, the largeness of his dominions, and the vast armies…
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Matthew Henry
On Daniel 5:18–31
17th Century
Minister
Daniel reads Belshazzar's doom. He had not taken warning by the judgments upon Nebuchadnezzar. And he had insulted God. Sinners are pleased with go…