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Then said Daniel to the king, O king, live forever.
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A Gracious Response
Commentators observe that Daniel's first words from the lions' den are not of anger or accusation, but a respectful and sincere greeting. Despite being unjustly condemned due to the king's weakness, Daniel shows remarkable forgiveness and gentleness, choosing to honor the king rather than reproach him.
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Daniel
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Then Daniel said to the king, O king, live forever. This was the common form of salutation in addressing the king. See the note at …
19th Century
Baptist
Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God, whom th…
16th Century
Protestant
Here Daniel answers the king moderately and softly, although he had been cast into the cave by his command. He might have deservedly been angry and…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Then said Daniel unto the king Whose voice he knew, though the tone of it was so much altered: O king, live f…
The best way to have a good night, is to keep a good conscience. We are sure of what the king doubted, that the servants of the living God have a M…
