Daniel 1:19
Daniel 1:19 in Multiple Translations
And the king spoke with them, and among all the young men he found no one equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king’s service.
And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the king.
And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the king.
And the king had talk with them; and among them all there was no one like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah; so they were given places before the king.
The king talked with them and none could compare with Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king's service.
And the King communed with them: and among them al was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stoode they before the king.
And the king speaketh with them, and there hath none been found among them all like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, and they stand before the king;
The king talked with them; and among them all was found no one like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. Therefore they stood before the king.
And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore they stood before the king.
And when the king had spoken to them, there were not found among them all such as Daniel, Ananias, Misael, and Azarias: and they stood in the king’s presence.
The king talked with each of us, and realized that none of the other young men were as capable as Hananiah, Mishael, Azariah and I were. So we four became the king’s special advisors/servants.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 1:19
Study Notes — Daniel 1:19
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- Cross References
- Daniel 1:19 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 1:19
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 1:19
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 1:19
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 1:19
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
- Sermons on Daniel 1:19
Context — Daniel’s Wisdom
19And the king spoke with them, and among all the young men he found no one equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king’s service.
20In every matter of wisdom and understanding about which the king consulted them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his entire kingdom. 21And Daniel remained there until the first year of King Cyrus.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Proverbs 22:29 | Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men. |
| 2 | Genesis 41:46 | Now Joseph was thirty years old when he entered the service of Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph left Pharaoh’s presence and traveled throughout the land of Egypt. |
| 3 | Daniel 1:5 | The king assigned them daily provisions of the royal food and wine. They were to be trained for three years, after which they were to enter the king’s service. |
| 4 | 1 Kings 17:1 | Now Elijah the Tishbite, who was among the settlers of Gilead, said to Ahab, “As surely as the LORD lives—the God of Israel before whom I stand—there will be neither dew nor rain in these years except at my word!” |
| 5 | Jeremiah 15:19 | Therefore this is what the LORD says: “If you return, I will restore you; you will stand in My presence. And if you speak words that are noble instead of worthless, you will be My spokesman. It is they who must turn to you, but you must not turn to them. |
Daniel 1:19 Summary
[This verse shows that Daniel and his friends were exceptionally wise and understanding, and this was because God had given them these gifts, as stated in Daniel 1:17. The king recognized their abilities and chose them to serve him, which is similar to how God gives us gifts and abilities to serve Him, as seen in Romans 12:6-8. We can trust that God will give us the wisdom and understanding we need to serve Him, just like He did for Daniel and his friends. By seeking God and trusting in His sovereignty, we can also experience His provision and guidance in our lives, as seen in Psalm 37:3-7.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did the king find Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah exceptional among the young men?
The king found them exceptional because God gave them knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom, as stated in Daniel 1:17, and this was evident in their conversation with the king.
What does it mean to 'enter the king's service' in this context?
Entering the king's service means that Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah became officials in the king's court, similar to how Joseph served Pharaoh in Genesis 41:46, and they were given responsibilities and authority by the king.
How did the king's conversation with them reveal their exceptional abilities?
The conversation with the king revealed their exceptional abilities because the king was able to assess their wisdom and understanding, and he found them to be superior to all the other young men, as stated in Daniel 1:20, where it says they were ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in the kingdom.
What can we learn from the example of Daniel and his friends in this verse?
We can learn from their example that when we trust in God and seek His wisdom, He can give us exceptional abilities and open doors for us to serve Him in powerful ways, as seen in Daniel 1:17 and also in other scriptures like Proverbs 22:29.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need God's wisdom and understanding, and how can I seek Him for it?
- How can I, like Daniel and his friends, trust in God's sovereignty and provision even in challenging circumstances?
- What are some ways that I can use my gifts and abilities to serve God and others, and what steps can I take to develop them further?
- How can I balance the desire for excellence and recognition with a humble dependence on God, as seen in Daniel 1:17-19?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 1:19
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 1:19
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 1:19
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 1:19
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 1:19
Sermons on Daniel 1:19
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Lessons From Daniel by William MacDonald | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the dark days in Israel described in the first two verses of the Bible. The people of God are in captivity in Babylon under the rule of Nebuch |
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The Sin of Covetousness by Joshua Daniel | This sermon emphasizes the dangers of convenient, non-scriptural religion, highlighting the importance of living a holy life free from sins like fornication, uncleanness, and covet |
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Ict Meeting on Logos 20.9.83 by George Verwer | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the challenges and unpredictability of doing God's work in Brahman. They mention the lack of funds and the need to be flexible in their transp |
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From the Death of Alexander the Great to the Death of Judas Maccabeus by Flavius Josephus | Flavius Josephus preaches about the wise and courageous actions of Joseph, a man who cleverly managed the farming of taxes in Syria, gained the favor of King Ptolemy, and secured h |
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That Will Do! by J.R. Miller | J.R. Miller emphasizes the detrimental impact of the phrase 'That will do!' which signifies settling for mediocrity instead of striving for excellence. He argues that this mindset |
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The Law of Life by James Blaine Chapman | James Blaine Chapman preaches about the significance of the present time and the unique challenges and opportunities it presents. He emphasizes that each generation faces its own d |
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On Mr. Rudyard Kipling and Making the World Small by Gilbert K. Chesterton | Gilbert K. Chesterton delivers a sermon on the importance of being interested in all subjects, emphasizing that the lack of interest, not the subject itself, makes something uninte |







