Daniel 3:13
Daniel 3:13 in Multiple Translations
Then Nebuchadnezzar, furious with rage, summoned Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. So these men were brought before the king,
¶ Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Then they brought these men before the king.
Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Then they brought these men before the king.
Then Nebuchadnezzar in his wrath and passion gave orders for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego to be sent for. Then they made these men come in before the king.
This made Nebuchadnezzar absolutely furious. “Bring me Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego!” he demanded. So they were brought before the king.
Then Nebuchad-nezzar in his anger and wrath commanded that they should bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: so these men were brought before the King.
Then Nebuchadnezzar, in anger and fury, hath said to bring in Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego. Then these men have been brought in before the king.
Then Nebuchadnezzar in rage and fury commanded that Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego be brought. Then these men were brought before the king.
Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego. Then they brought these men before the king.
Then Nabuchodonosor in fury, and in wrath, commanded that Sidrach, Misach, and Abdenago should be brought: who immediately were brought before the king.
Nebuchadnezzar became very angry. He commanded his soldiers to bring in Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. When they were brought to him,
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Study Notes — Daniel 3:13
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- Cross References
- Daniel 3:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 3:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 3:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 3:13
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 3:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
- Sermons on Daniel 3:13
Context — Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Accused
13Then Nebuchadnezzar, furious with rage, summoned Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. So these men were brought before the king,
14and Nebuchadnezzar said to them, “Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, is it true that you do not serve my gods or worship the golden statue I have set up? 15Now when you hear the sound of the horn, flute, zither, lyre, harp, pipes, and all kinds of music, if you are ready to fall down and worship the statue I have made, very good. 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?”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 3:19 | At this, Nebuchadnezzar was filled with rage, and the expression on his face changed toward Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. He gave orders to heat the furnace seven times hotter than usual, |
| 2 | Daniel 2:12 | This response made the king so furious with anger that he gave orders to destroy all the wise men of Babylon. |
| 3 | Esther 3:5–6 | When Haman saw that Mordecai would not bow down or pay him homage, he was filled with rage. And when he learned the identity of Mordecai’s people, he scorned the notion of laying hands on Mordecai alone. Instead, he sought to destroy all of Mordecai’s people, the Jews, throughout the kingdom of Xerxes. |
| 4 | Acts 24:24 | After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus. |
| 5 | Luke 6:11 | But the scribes and Pharisees were filled with rage and began to discuss with one another what they might do to Jesus. |
| 6 | Genesis 4:5 | but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell. |
| 7 | 1 Samuel 20:30–33 | Then Saul’s anger burned against Jonathan, and he said to him, “You son of a perverse and rebellious woman! Do I not know that you have chosen the son of Jesse to your own shame and to the disgrace of the mother who bore you? For as long as the son of Jesse lives on this earth, neither you nor your kingship shall be established. Now send for him and bring him to me, for he must surely die!” “Why must he be put to death?” Jonathan replied. “What has he done?” Then Saul hurled his spear at Jonathan to kill him; so Jonathan knew that his father was determined to kill David. |
| 8 | Proverbs 27:3 | A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. |
| 9 | Proverbs 17:12 | It is better to meet a bear robbed of her cubs than a fool in his folly. |
| 10 | Acts 5:25–27 | Then someone came in and announced, “Look, the men you put in jail are standing in the temple courts teaching the people!” At that point, the captain went with the officers and brought the apostles—but not by force, for fear the people would stone them. They brought them in and made them stand before the Sanhedrin, where the high priest interrogated them. |
Daniel 3:13 Summary
In Daniel 3:13, we see that Nebuchadnezzar was furious with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego because they refused to worship his gods or the golden statue. This shows us that standing up for our faith can be difficult and may lead to opposition, but it's always worth it, as seen in Daniel 3:16-18. We can learn from their example to trust God and stand firm in our faith, even when it's hard, just like it says in 1 Corinthians 16:13. By doing so, we can demonstrate our love and loyalty to God, just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego did, and trust that He will be with us and deliver us, as promised in Psalm 23:4.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was Nebuchadnezzar furious with rage in Daniel 3:13?
Nebuchadnezzar was furious with rage because Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship his gods or the golden statue he had set up, which was a direct challenge to his authority, as seen in Daniel 3:12. This refusal was a bold statement of their faith in the one true God, as commanded in Exodus 20:3-5.
What can we learn from the actions of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in this verse?
We can learn that standing up for our faith, even in the face of persecution or adversity, is a fundamental aspect of being a follower of God, as seen in Daniel 3:16-18 and Matthew 10:28. Their courage and conviction are an example to us today.
How does this verse relate to the concept of idolatry in the Bible?
This verse highlights the issue of idolatry, as Nebuchadnezzar is demanding that Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego worship a golden statue, which is a clear violation of the first and second commandments in Exodus 20:3-5. The Bible consistently condemns idolatry, as seen in Deuteronomy 13:6-10 and 1 John 5:21.
What can we expect when we stand up for our faith in the face of opposition, as seen in this verse?
When we stand up for our faith, we can expect to face opposition, persecution, or ridicule, just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, as seen in Daniel 3:13-15 and 2 Timothy 3:12. However, we can also trust that God will be with us and deliver us, as promised in Isaiah 43:2 and Romans 8:28.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am being pressured to compromise my faith, and how can I stand firm like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?
- How can I demonstrate courage and conviction in my daily life, even when faced with adversity or opposition, as seen in this verse?
- What are some idols in my life that I may be unknowingly worshiping, and how can I surrender them to God, as commanded in Exodus 20:3-5?
- How can I trust God to deliver me in times of trouble, just like He delivered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, as seen in Daniel 3:24-27?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 3:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 3:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 3:13
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 3:13
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 3:13
Sermons on Daniel 3:13
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The Man God Tore Apart - Part 1 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this sermon, the pastor discusses the troubled state of the world and predicts that it will become even more troubled in the next 10 years. He emphasizes that there are three ty |
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Woman's Most Vulnerable Area of Attack by Jim Logan | In this sermon, the speaker shares personal anecdotes about aging and the impact it has on individuals. He emphasizes that despite the physical changes that come with age, the focu |
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Husbands as Spiritual Protectors by Jim Logan | In this sermon, the speaker shares personal anecdotes about aging and the impact it has on individuals and their families. He emphasizes that despite the physical effects of aging, |
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Stand Fearless for God by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the book of Daniel. The sermon emphasizes the importance of true freedom, which comes from |
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Can Two Walk Together? by James Macginlay | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of prayer and dismisses the idea of fake religions that rely on visions, dreams, and hallucinations. He encourages the congre |
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Judgment to Come Pt 1 by Martyn-Lloyd Jones | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the opportunity the apostle Paul had to address the Roman governor while being a prisoner. The preacher emphasizes that the presentation of t |
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Judgment to Come Pt 2 by Martyn-Lloyd Jones | In this sermon, the preacher describes a scene of indulgence and pleasure, where people are eating, drinking, and dancing into the early hours of the morning. He emphasizes that ev |





