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Then king Darius wrote to all the peoples, nations, and languages, who dwell in all the earth: Peace be multiplied to you.

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A Worldwide Proclamation

Following Daniel's miraculous deliverance, King Darius issued a formal decree to all the peoples within his vast empire. Commentators note this was similar to decrees by Nebuchadnezzar and served a divine purpose: to make the power and reality of the one true God known throughout the world.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Daniel 6:25

18th Century

Theologian

Then king Darius wrote unto all people... - Compare the note at Daniel 2:47; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 4:1. If ther…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Daniel 6:25–27

16th Century

Theologian

Here Daniel adds the king’s edict, which he wished to be promulgated. And by this edict Darius testified that he was so moved by Daniel's deliveran…

John Gill

John Gill

On Daniel 6:25

17th Century

Pastor

Then King Darius Being thoroughly convinced of the miracle, and of the powerful interposition of divine Providence in it,…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Daniel 6:25–28

17th Century

Minister

If we live in the fear of God, and walk according to that rule, peace shall be upon us. The kingdom, the power, and the glory, for ever, are the Lo…