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A fiery stream issued and came forth from before him: thousands of thousands ministered to him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him: the judgment was set, and the books were opened.

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A Vision of God's Majesty

The vision of a fiery stream and countless angelic attendants is meant to convey the overwhelming power and majesty of God. Commentators explain that this imagery, common in Scripture, is designed to inspire reverence and awe. It establishes that the judgment to follow comes from the ultimate, supreme authority of the universe, who has limitless power at His command.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Daniel 7:10

18th Century

Theologian

A fiery stream issued and came forth from before Him – Streams of fire seemed to burst forth from His throne. Representations of this kind a…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Daniel 7:10

19th Century

Bishop

The books—that is, the unerring record of man’s thoughts, words, and deeds, which is written in the unfailing memory of God. ([Ref…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Daniel 7:10

16th Century

Theologian

Daniel proceeds with what he began in the previous verse. He says a splendor or stream of fire; for נהר, neher, may be used in both senses…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Daniel 7:10

17th Century

Pastor

A fiery stream issued and came forth from before him; Or, "a river of fire" F19; which denotes the copious jud…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Daniel 7:9–14

17th Century

Minister

These verses are for the comfort and support of the people of God, in reference to the persecutions that would come upon them. Many New Testament p…