Daniel 3:10
Daniel 3:10 in Multiple Translations
You, O king, have issued a decree that everyone who hears the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music must fall down and worship the golden statue,
Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship the golden image:
Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of music, shall fall down and worship the golden image;
You, O King, have given an order that every man, when the sound of the horn, pipe, harp, trigon, psaltery, bagpipe, and all sorts of instruments, comes to his ears, is to go down on his face in worship before the image of gold:
Your Majesty has decreed that everyone who hears the sound of the musical instruments shall fall down and worship the gold statue,
Thou, O King, hast made a decree, that euery man that shall heare the sounde of the cornet, trumpet, harpe, sackebut, psalterie, and dulcimer, and all instruments of musike, shall fall downe and worship the golden image,
Thou, O king, hast made a decree that every man who doth hear the voice of the cornet, the flute, the harp, the sackbut, the psaltery, and the symphony, and all kinds of music, doth fall down and do obeisance to the golden image;
You, O king, have made a decree that every man who hears the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipe, and all kinds of music shall fall down and worship the golden image;
Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of music, shall fall down and worship the golden image:
Thou, O king, hast made a decree that every man that shall bear the sound of the trumpet, the flute, and the harp, of the sackbut, and the psaltery, of the symphony, and of all kind of music, shall prostrate himself, and adore the golden statue:
You decreed that all the officials whom you had gathered should bow down and worship the gold statue when they heard the sounds made by the musical instruments.
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Daniel 3:10 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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אנתה
אַ֣נְתְּ
מַלְכָּ/א֮
שָׂ֣מְתָּ
טְּעֵם֒
דִּ֣י
כָל
אֱנָ֡שׁ
דִּֽי
יִשְׁמַ֡ע
קָ֣ל
קַרְנָ֣/א
מַ֠שְׁרֹקִיתָ/א
קיתרס
קַתְר֨וֹס
שַׂבְּכָ֤א
פְסַנְתֵּרִין֙
ו/סיפניה
וְ/סוּפֹּ֣נְיָ֔ה
וְ/כֹ֖ל
זְנֵ֣י
זְמָרָ֑/א
יִפֵּ֥ל
וְ/יִסְגֻּ֖ד
לְ/צֶ֥לֶם
דַּהֲבָֽ/א
אנתה
ʼantâh
H607
you
Adj
אַ֣נְתְּ
ʼantâh
H607
you
Adj
מַלְכָּ/א֮
melek
H4430
king
Adj | Art
שָׂ֣מְתָּ
sûwm
H7761
to set
Adj
טְּעֵם֒
ṭᵉʻêm
H2942
command
Adj
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
כָל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj
אֱנָ֡שׁ
ʼĕnâsh
H606
man
Adj
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
יִשְׁמַ֡ע
shᵉmaʻ
H8086
to hear
Adj
קָ֣ל
qâl
H7032
voice
Adj
קַרְנָ֣/א
qeren
H7162
horn
Adj | Art
מַ֠שְׁרֹקִיתָ/א
mashrôwqîy
H4953
flute
Adj | Art
קיתרס
qîythârôç
H7030
lyre
Adj
קַתְר֨וֹס
qîythârôç
H7030
lyre
Adj
שַׂבְּכָ֤א
çabbᵉkâʼ
H5443
trigon
Adj
פְסַנְתֵּרִין֙
pᵉçanṭêrîyn
H6460
psaltery
Adj
ו/סיפניה
çûwmᵉpôwnᵉyâh
H5481
bagpipe
Adj | N-fs
וְ/סוּפֹּ֣נְיָ֔ה
çûwmᵉpôwnᵉyâh
H5481
bagpipe
Adj | N-fs
וְ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3606
all
Adj | N-ms
זְנֵ֣י
zan
H2178
kind
Adj
זְמָרָ֑/א
zᵉmâr
H2170
music
Adj | Art
יִפֵּ֥ל
nᵉphal
H5308
to fall
Adj
וְ/יִסְגֻּ֖ד
çᵉgid
H5457
to do homage
Adj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
לְ/צֶ֥לֶם
tselem
H6755
image
Adj | N-ms
דַּהֲבָֽ/א
dᵉhab
H1722
gold
Adj | Art
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 3:10
אנתה
ʼantâh
H607
"you"
Adj
The word thou means you, a second-person singular pronoun used to address someone directly. It appears in Aramaic texts, such as in the book of Daniel.
Definition: you, thou (second pers. sing.) Aramaic of at.tah (אַתָּ֫ה "you(m.s.)" H0859A)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: as for thee, thou. See also: Ezra 7:25; Daniel 4:19; Daniel 6:21.
אַ֣נְתְּ
ʼantâh
H607
"you"
Adj
The word thou means you, a second-person singular pronoun used to address someone directly. It appears in Aramaic texts, such as in the book of Daniel.
Definition: you, thou (second pers. sing.) Aramaic of at.tah (אַתָּ֫ה "you(m.s.)" H0859A)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: as for thee, thou. See also: Ezra 7:25; Daniel 4:19; Daniel 6:21.
מַלְכָּ/א֮
melek
H4430
"king"
Adj | Art
Melek means king, referring to a ruler or monarch, used in the Bible to describe kings like David and Solomon. It is translated as king or royal in the KJV.
Definition: king Aramaic of me.lekh (מֶ֫לֶךְ "king" H4428) § 1) king
Usage: Occurs in 131 OT verses. KJV: king, royal. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:1; Daniel 7:24.
שָׂ֣מְתָּ
sûwm
H7761
"to set"
Adj
This word is similar to H7760, but is more focused on setting or appointing someone or something to a specific role or task. It is used in books like Genesis and Exodus to describe God's commands and appointments.
Definition: 1) to set, make, appoint 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to make, make decree, setout (decree) 1a2) to make, appoint 1a3) to set, fix 1b) (Ithp'al) to be made, be set, be laid
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] command, give, lay, make, [phrase] name, [phrase] regard, set. See also: Ezra 4:19; Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:27.
טְּעֵם֒
ṭᵉʻêm
H2942
"command"
Adj
This word is about having a command or report, and can also mean a taste or flavor. In the Bible, it can refer to a decree or wisdom, like in the book of Proverbs. It is about perceiving or understanding something.
Definition: 1) report, taste 1a) taste 1b) report
Usage: Occurs in 24 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] chancellor, [phrase] command, commandment, decree, [phrase] regard, taste, wisdom. See also: Ezra 4:8; Ezra 6:11; Daniel 6:27.
דִּ֣י
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
כָל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
אֱנָ֡שׁ
ʼĕnâsh
H606
"man"
Adj
A human being or mankind, used to describe people in general, as seen in Psalm 8 and Isaiah 52. This word refers to humans as individuals or collectively.
Definition: 1) man, human being 2) mankind (collective) Aramaic of e.nosh (אֱנוֹשׁ "human" H0582)
Usage: Occurs in 19 OT verses. KJV: man, [phrase] whosoever. See also: Ezra 4:11; Daniel 4:29; Daniel 7:13.
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
יִשְׁמַ֡ע
shᵉmaʻ
H8086
"to hear"
Adj
Similar to H8085, this word means to hear and obey, used in various forms throughout the Bible. It emphasizes the importance of listening to God's commands and following them.
Definition: 1) to hear 1a) (P'al) to hear, have a sense of hearing 1b) (Ithpael) to show oneself obedient
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: hear, obey. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 5:14; Daniel 7:27.
קָ֣ל
qâl
H7032
"voice"
Adj
It signifies a voice or sound, like the voice of God speaking to Moses in Exodus 3:4 or the sound of music in Psalm 98:5.
Definition: : voice voice, sound Aramaic of qol (קוֹל ": sound" H6963H)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: sound, voice. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:15; Daniel 7:11.
קַרְנָ֣/א
qeren
H7162
"horn"
Adj | Art
This word refers to a horn, either as a musical instrument or as a part of an animal. It's used symbolically in visions and can also mean a cornet. The Bible uses this word to describe a horn's sound or shape.
Definition: 1) horn 1a) as musical instrument 1b) symbolic (in visions) 1c) of an animal
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: horn, cornet. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 7:8; Daniel 7:24.
מַ֠שְׁרֹקִיתָ/א
mashrôwqîy
H4953
"flute"
Adj | Art
This word means a flute or pipe, likely due to the whistling sound it makes. In the Bible, it refers to a musical instrument. The KJV translates it as flute.
Definition: pipe
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: flute. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
קיתרס
qîythârôç
H7030
"lyre"
Adj
In the Bible, this word refers to a musical instrument, likely a lyre or harp, often used in worship and celebration in books like Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) a musical instrument 1a) probably the lyre or zither
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: harp. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
קַתְר֨וֹס
qîythârôç
H7030
"lyre"
Adj
In the Bible, this word refers to a musical instrument, likely a lyre or harp, often used in worship and celebration in books like Psalms and Isaiah.
Definition: 1) a musical instrument 1a) probably the lyre or zither
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: harp. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
שַׂבְּכָ֤א
çabbᵉkâʼ
H5443
"trigon"
Adj
The sackbut was a musical instrument, similar to a lyre, with four strings and a triangular shape. In the Bible, it is mentioned as a type of lyre. The word is translated as 'sackbut'
Definition: 1) trigon, musical instrument 1a) a triangular musical instrument with four strings, similar to a lyre
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: sackbut. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
פְסַנְתֵּרִין֙
pᵉçanṭêrîyn
H6460
"psaltery"
Adj
A psaltery was a stringed instrument, similar to a lyre or harp, used to praise God in the Bible. In 1 Samuel 16:23, David played the psaltery to soothe King Saul.
Definition: 1) a stringed instrument (triangular) 1a) perhaps a lyre or a harp
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: psaltery. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
ו/סיפניה
çûwmᵉpôwnᵉyâh
H5481
"bagpipe"
Adj | N-fs
A musical instrument, possibly a bagpipe or panpipes, used to make music in ancient times. It's mentioned in the Bible as a type of wind instrument.
Definition: 1) a musical instrument, wind instrument, bagpipe, double pipe, panpipes 1a) perhaps dulcimer, panpipes
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: dulcimer. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
וְ/סוּפֹּ֣נְיָ֔ה
çûwmᵉpôwnᵉyâh
H5481
"bagpipe"
Adj | N-fs
A musical instrument, possibly a bagpipe or panpipes, used to make music in ancient times. It's mentioned in the Bible as a type of wind instrument.
Definition: 1) a musical instrument, wind instrument, bagpipe, double pipe, panpipes 1a) perhaps dulcimer, panpipes
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: dulcimer. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
וְ/כֹ֖ל
kôl
H3606
"all"
Adj | N-ms
The Hebrew word for all or everything, used in the Bible to describe the entirety of something, like all people or all things. It appears in Genesis and Psalms to emphasize God's power over everything. This word is often translated as 'all' or 'every' in English Bibles.
Definition: 1) all, whole, the whole 1a) the whole of, all 1b) every, any, none
Usage: Occurs in 74 OT verses. KJV: all, any, + (forasmuch) as, + be-(for this) cause, every, + no (manner, -ne), + there (where) -fore, + though, what (where, who) -soever, (the) whole. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:29; Daniel 7:27.
זְנֵ֣י
zan
H2178
"kind"
Adj
This Aramaic word means kind or sort, similar to H2177. It describes a type or category of something.
Definition: kind, sort Aramaic of zan (זַן "kind" H2177)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: kind. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
זְמָרָ֑/א
zᵉmâr
H2170
"music"
Adj | Art
This Hebrew word refers to instrumental music, like the kind played by King David in Psalm 150. It's about making music with instruments, not just singing. In the Bible, it's often translated as 'music' or 'musick'.
Definition: instrumental music, music Aramaic of za.mar (זָמַר "to sing" H2167)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: musick. See also: Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 3:15.
יִפֵּ֥ל
nᵉphal
H5308
"to fall"
Adj
This Hebrew word also means to fall, and it's used when someone or something drops down. It's found in books like Exodus and Jeremiah, where people fell down to worship or fell into trouble.
Definition: 1) to fall 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to fall 1a2) to fall down
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: fall (down), have occasion. See also: Ezra 7:20; Daniel 3:10; Daniel 7:20.
וְ/יִסְגֻּ֖ד
çᵉgid
H5457
"to do homage"
Adj | V-Qal-Imperf-3ms
This word is similar to H5456, but it specifically means to worship or show homage to someone, often by bowing down. It's used in the Bible to describe worshiping God or idols. The concept is seen in the book of Daniel.
Definition: 1) to prostrate oneself, do homage, worship 1a) (P'al) to do homage
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: worship. See also: Daniel 2:46; Daniel 3:11; Daniel 3:28.
לְ/צֶ֥לֶם
tselem
H6755
"image"
Adj | N-ms
In Aramaic, this word refers to an idol or image, emphasizing the idea of a false representation of God, as warned against in the Bible.
Definition: image, idol Aramaic of tse.lem (צֶ֫לֶם "image" H6754)
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: form, image. See also: Daniel 2:31; Daniel 3:5; Daniel 3:19.
דַּהֲבָֽ/א
dᵉhab
H1722
"gold"
Adj | Art
In the Bible, this word means gold, a valuable metal. It is often used to describe items made of gold, such as jewelry or decorations.
Definition: gold Aramaic of za.hav (זָהָב "gold" H2091)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en). See also: Ezra 5:14; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 5:29.
Study Notes — Daniel 3:10
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Context — Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Accused
8At this time some astrologers came forward and maliciously accused the Jews,
9saying to King Nebuchadnezzar, “O king, may you live forever!
10You, O king, have issued a decree that everyone who hears the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music must fall down and worship the golden statue,
11and that whoever does not fall down and worship will be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace. 12But there are some Jews you have appointed to manage the province of Babylon—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—who have ignored you, O king, and have refused to serve your gods or worship the golden statue you have set up.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel 3:4–7 | Then the herald loudly proclaimed, “O people of every nation and language, this is what you are commanded: As soon as you hear the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music, you must fall down and worship the golden statue that King Nebuchadnezzar has set up. And whoever does not fall down and worship will immediately be thrown into the blazing fiery furnace.” Therefore, as soon as all the people heard the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, and all kinds of music, the people of every nation and language would fall down and worship the golden statue that King Nebuchadnezzar had set up. |
| 2 | Daniel 6:12 | So they approached the king and asked about his royal decree: “Did you not sign a decree that for thirty days any man who petitions any god or man except you, O king, will be thrown into the den of lions?” The king replied, “According to the law of the Medes and Persians the order stands, and it cannot be repealed.” |
| 3 | Esther 3:12–14 | On the thirteenth day of the first month, the royal scribes were summoned and the order was written exactly as Haman commanded the royal satraps, the governors of each province, and the officials of each people, in the script of each province and the language of every people. It was written in the name of King Xerxes and sealed with the royal signet ring. And the letters were sent by couriers to each of the royal provinces with the order to destroy, kill, and annihilate all the Jews—young and old, women and children—and to plunder their possessions on a single day, the thirteenth day of Adar, the twelfth month. A copy of the text of the edict was to be issued in every province and published to all the people, so that they would be ready on that day. |
| 4 | Daniel 3:15 | Now, if you are ready, as soon as you hear the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music, you must fall down and worship the statue I have made. But if you refuse to worship, you will be thrown at once into the blazing fiery furnace. Then what god will be able to deliver you from my hands?” |
| 5 | Psalms 94:20 | Can a corrupt throne be Your ally— one devising mischief by decree? |
| 6 | 1 Chronicles 16:5–6 | Asaph was the chief, Zechariah was second, then Jeiel, Shemiramoth, Jehiel, Mattithiah, Eliab, Benaiah, Obed-edom, and Jeiel. They were to play the harps and lyres, while Asaph sounded the cymbals and the priests Benaiah and Jahaziel blew the trumpets regularly before the ark of the covenant of God. |
| 7 | 1 Chronicles 25:1–6 | Additionally, David and the commanders of the army set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to prophesy with the accompaniment of lyres, harps, and cymbals. The following is the list of the men who performed this service: From the sons of Asaph: Zaccur, Joseph, Nethaniah, and Asarelah. These sons of Asaph were under the direction of Asaph, who prophesied under the direction of the king. From the sons of Jeduthun: Gedaliah, Zeri, Jeshaiah, Shimei, Hashabiah, and Mattithiah—six in all—under the direction of their father Jeduthun, who prophesied with the harp, giving thanks and praise to the LORD. From the sons of Heman: Bukkiah, Mattaniah, Uzziel, Shebuel, Jerimoth, Hananiah, Hanani, Eliathah, Giddalti, Romamti-ezer, Joshbekashah, Mallothi, Hothir, and Mahazioth. All these sons of Heman the king’s seer were given him through the promises of God to exalt him, for God had given Heman fourteen sons and three daughters. All these were under the direction of their fathers for the music of the house of the LORD with cymbals, harps, and lyres, for the service of the house of God. Asaph, Jeduthun, and Heman were under the direction of the king. |
| 8 | Psalms 150:3–6 | Praise Him with the sound of the horn; praise Him with the harp and lyre. Praise Him with tambourine and dancing; praise Him with strings and flute. Praise Him with clashing cymbals; praise Him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the LORD! Hallelujah! |
| 9 | Revelation 13:16–17 | And the second beast required all people small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or on their forehead, so that no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark—the name of the beast or the number of its name. |
| 10 | Exodus 1:16 | “When you help the Hebrew women give birth, observe them on the birthstools. If the child is a son, kill him; but if it is a daughter, let her live.” |
Daniel 3:10 Summary
[In this verse, King Nebuchadnezzar is trying to get everyone to worship a golden statue, but this goes against God's command to worship only Him, as seen in Exodus 20:3-5. The music is a signal for people to bow down, but for those who truly follow God, this would be a difficult and potentially dangerous situation, as seen in Daniel 3:16-18. This reminds us that as followers of God, we may face pressure to do things that go against our faith, but we must stand firm and trust in God's power and protection, just like the Israelites did in Joshua 24:15. By doing so, we can bring glory to God and point others to Him, as seen in Matthew 5:14-16.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the purpose of the music in Daniel 3:10?
The music was used to signal when people should bow down and worship the golden statue, as commanded by King Nebuchadnezzar, similar to how music is used in worship in other parts of the Bible, such as in Psalms 100:1-5.
Why did King Nebuchadnezzar issue such a decree?
King Nebuchadnezzar issued this decree to assert his authority and power over the people, and to promote the worship of his gods, as seen in Daniel 3:1-7, similar to the way Pharaoh tried to assert his power in Exodus 1:8-10.
What were the consequences for not obeying the decree?
According to Daniel 3:11, those who refused to worship the golden statue would be thrown into a blazing fiery furnace, a severe punishment that highlights the gravity of disobedience, as also seen in Hebrews 10:26-31.
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of idolatry in the Bible?
This verse is part of a larger narrative about the dangers of idolatry and the importance of worshiping the one true God, as emphasized in Deuteronomy 6:13-15 and other passages, such as Isaiah 44:6-20.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that I am tempted to worship things other than God, and how can I resist those temptations?
- How can I, like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, stand firm in my faith even when faced with pressure to conform to the world around me?
- What are some 'golden statues' in my life that I need to stop worshiping, and how can I replace them with a deeper devotion to God?
- How can I use my circumstances, whether difficult or easy, to bring glory to God and point others to Him, as seen in Daniel 3:16-18?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 3:10
Thou, O king, hast made a decree,.... According to his own mind and will, and which he had published as such to his subjects: that every man; let him be who he will, high or low, rich or poor, in
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 3:10
Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship the golden
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 3:10
Daniel 3:10 Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship the golden image:Ver. 10. Thou, O king, hast made a decree.] Kings’ decrees are much urged by such as are resolved to be of King Harry’ s religion, whether he stand for the old mumpsimus or the new sumpsimus. One who obstinately adheres to old ways, in spite of the clearest evidence that they are wrong; an ignorant and bigoted opponent of reform ŒD A correct expression taking the place of an incorrect but popular one (mumpsimus). ŒD
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 3:10
10. sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer] trigon, psaltery, and bagpipe.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 3:10
Thou, O king, hast made a decree ... - See Daniel 3:4-5. As the decree included “every man” who heard the sound of the music, it of course embraced the Jews, whatever religious scruples they might have.
Sermons on Daniel 3:10
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Homily 20 on Romans by St. John Chrysostom | John Chrysostom preaches on the importance of presenting our bodies as living sacrifices to God, emphasizing the need for a holy and acceptable lifestyle as a reasonable service in |
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Lord, Walk Me Home! by David Wilkerson | David Wilkerson emphasizes the profound faith of the three Hebrew men in the fiery furnace, illustrating their willingness to surrender their lives completely to God. He suggests t |
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The Inquisition by Ian Paisley | Ian Paisley delivers a sermon reflecting on the horrors of the Inquisition, describing it as a system born out of prodigious iniquity and cruelty, incompatible with freedom and hum |
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The Presevation of Zion by David Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the concern and grief of a holy remnant of people in the nation who are troubled by the abominations in the land and in the church. The speake |
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(Common Market) Its Power by Willie Mullan | In this sermon transcript, the preacher discusses the power of the common market and the president. He suggests that the common market will have significant influence and that the |
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(Common Market) Palestine in Relation to the Common Market by Willie Mullan | In this sermon, the speaker discusses a vision that Daniel had in chapter seven of the Bible. The vision includes four great beasts that come up from the sea, each representing dif |
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Church History - Session 8 (The Book of Revelation) by Edgar F. Parkyns | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on Revelation 13 and the rise of the beast from the sea. The beast is described as having seven heads and ten horns, with the dragon giving it |