Daniel 3:19
Daniel 3:19 in Multiple Translations
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,
¶ Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more than it was wont to be heated.
Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace seven times more than it was wont to be heated.
Then Nebuchadnezzar was full of wrath, and the form of his face was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: and he gave orders that the fire was to be heated up seven times more than it was generally heated.
This made Nebuchadnezzar so angry with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego that his face twisted in rage. “Make the furnace seven times hotter than normal!” he ordered.
Then was Nebuchad-nezzar full of rage, and the forme of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: therefore hee charged and commanded that they should heate the fornace at once seuen times more then it was wont to be heat.
Then Nebuchadnezzar hath been full of fury, and the expression of his face hath been changed concerning Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego; he answered and said to heat the furnace seven times above that which it is seen to be heated;
Then Nebuchadnezzar was full of fury, and the form of his appearance was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. He spoke, and commanded that they should heat the furnace seven times more than it was usually heated.
Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego: therefore he spoke, and commanded that they should heat the furnace seven times more than it was wont to be heated.
Then was Nabuchodonosor filled with fury: and the countenance of his face was changed against Sidrach, Misach, and Abdenago, and he commanded that the furnace should be heated seven times more than it had been accustomed to be heated.
Nebuchadnezzar was extremely angry. His being very angry even showed on his face. He commanded that the furnace should be made seven times as hot as usual.
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Daniel 3:19 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֵּ/אדַ֨יִן
נְבוּכַדְנֶצַּ֜ר
הִתְמְלִ֣י
חֱמָ֗א
וּ/צְלֵ֤ם
אַנְפּ֨וֹ/הִי֙
אשתנו
אֶשְׁתַּנִּ֔י
עַל
שַׁדְרַ֥ךְ
מֵישַׁ֖ךְ
וַ/עֲבֵ֣ד
נְג֑וֹ
עָנֵ֤ה
וְ/אָמַר֙
לְ/מֵזֵ֣א
לְ/אַתּוּנָ֔/א
חַ֨ד
שִׁבְעָ֔ה
עַ֛ל
דִּ֥י
חֲזֵ֖ה
לְ/מֵזְיֵֽ/הּ
בֵּ/אדַ֨יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
then
Adj | Adv
נְבוּכַדְנֶצַּ֜ר
Nᵉbûwkadnetstsar
H5020
Nebuchadnezzar
Adj
הִתְמְלִ֣י
mᵉlâʼ
H4391
to fill
Adj
חֱמָ֗א
chĕmâʼ
H2528
rage
Adj
וּ/צְלֵ֤ם
tselem
H6755
image
Adj | N-ms
אַנְפּ֨וֹ/הִי֙
ʼănaph
H600
face
Adj | Suff
אשתנו
shᵉnâʼ
H8133
to change
Adj
אֶשְׁתַּנִּ֔י
shᵉnâʼ
H8133
to change
Adj
עַל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj
שַׁדְרַ֥ךְ
Shadrak
H7715
Shadrach
Adj
מֵישַׁ֖ךְ
Mêyshak
H4336
Meshach
Adj
וַ/עֲבֵ֣ד
ʻĂbêd Nᵉgôwʼ
H5665
Abednego
Adj | N-proper
נְג֑וֹ
ʻĂbêd Nᵉgôwʼ
H5665
Abednego
Adj
עָנֵ֤ה
ʻănâh
H6032
to answer
Adj
וְ/אָמַר֙
ʼămar
H560
to say
Adj | V-Qal
לְ/מֵזֵ֣א
ʼăzâʼ
H228
to heat
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a
לְ/אַתּוּנָ֔/א
ʼattûwn
H861
furnace
Adj | N-ms | Art
חַ֨ד
chad
H2298
one
Adj
שִׁבְעָ֔ה
shibʻâh
H7655
seven
Adj
עַ֛ל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj
דִּ֥י
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
חֲזֵ֖ה
chăzâʼ
H2370
to see
Adj
לְ/מֵזְיֵֽ/הּ
ʼăzâʼ
H228
to heat
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 3:19
בֵּ/אדַ֨יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
"then"
Adj | Adv
Then or at that time, referring to a specific point in the past or future, like in the story of creation when God said 'then' the earth was formed. It is used to show a sequence of events. The KJV translates it as 'then' or 'now'.
Definition: then, afterwards, thereupon, from that time Aramaic of az (אָז "then" H0227A)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: now, that time, then. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 4:16; Daniel 7:19.
נְבוּכַדְנֶצַּ֜ר
Nᵉbûwkadnetstsar
H5020
"Nebuchadnezzar"
Adj
Nebuchadnezzar was a king of Babylon who lived during the time of the Divided Monarchy, and is first mentioned in 2 Kings 24:1. He was the father of Belshazzar and is known for capturing Jerusalem and taking Judah captive. His name is Aramaic for may Nebo protect the crown.
Definition: A man living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.24.1; father of: Belshazzar (H1112) Aramaic of ne.vu.khad.nets.tsar (נְבוּכַדְרֶאצַּר, נְבוּכַדְנֶצַּר "Nebuchadnezzar" H5019) § Nebuchadnezzar = "may Nebo protect the crown" the great king of Babylon who captured Jerusalem and carried Judah captive
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: Nebuchadnezzar. See also: Ezra 2:1; Daniel 3:19; Daniel 5:18.
הִתְמְלִ֣י
mᵉlâʼ
H4391
"to fill"
Adj
To fill means to make something full, like filling a container with water. It can also mean to be filled, like being satisfied with food.
Definition: 1) to fill 1a) (P'al) to fill 1b) (Ithp'al) to be filled
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: fill, be full. See also: Daniel 2:35; Daniel 3:19.
חֱמָ֗א
chĕmâʼ
H2528
"rage"
Adj
This word means anger or rage, describing strong feelings of fury or wrath. It is used in various biblical passages, including those about God's anger. The concept of rage is significant in understanding human emotions in the Bible.
Definition: anger, rage Aramaic of che.mah (חֵמָה "rage" H2534)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: fury. See also: Daniel 3:13; Daniel 3:19.
וּ/צְלֵ֤ם
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.
אַנְפּ֨וֹ/הִי֙
ʼănaph
H600
"face"
Adj | Suff
In the Bible, this word means face or nose, like in Exodus when Moses saw God's face. It can also mean presence or appearance. The Hebrew word is related to anger or nose.
Definition: face, nose Aramaic of aph (אַף ": anger" H0639)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: face, visage. See also: Daniel 2:46; Daniel 3:19.
אשתנו
shᵉnâʼ
H8133
"to change"
Adj
This Hebrew word means to change or alter something, like when God changes a person's heart. It appears in various forms, such as altering a plan or transforming a situation. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a change in circumstances or a shift in perspective.
Definition: 1) to change, be altered, be changed 1a) (P'al) to change, be changed 1b) (Pael) to change, transform, frustrate 1b1) different (participle) 1c) (Ithpael) to be changed 1d) (Aphel) to change, alter
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: alter, change, (be) diverse. See also: Ezra 6:11; Daniel 5:10; Daniel 7:28.
אֶשְׁתַּנִּ֔י
shᵉnâʼ
H8133
"to change"
Adj
This Hebrew word means to change or alter something, like when God changes a person's heart. It appears in various forms, such as altering a plan or transforming a situation. In the Bible, it is often used to describe a change in circumstances or a shift in perspective.
Definition: 1) to change, be altered, be changed 1a) (P'al) to change, be changed 1b) (Pael) to change, transform, frustrate 1b1) different (participle) 1c) (Ithpael) to be changed 1d) (Aphel) to change, alter
Usage: Occurs in 21 OT verses. KJV: alter, change, (be) diverse. See also: Ezra 6:11; Daniel 5:10; Daniel 7:28.
עַל
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj
Similar to H5921, this word means on, above, or because of something. It is often used to describe a reason or a direction, like in Genesis 18:5 where Abraham is asked to walk before God.
Definition: 1) upon, over, on account of, above, to, against 1a) upon, over, on account of, regarding, concerning, on behalf of 1b) over (with verbs of ruling) 1c) above, beyond (in comparison) 1d) to, against (of direction)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: about, against, concerning, for, (there-) fore, from, in, [idiom] more, of, (there-, up-) on, (in-) to, [phrase] why with. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 4:2; Daniel 7:28.
שַׁדְרַ֥ךְ
Shadrak
H7715
"Shadrach"
Adj
Shadrach was a friend of Daniel, renamed by King Nebuchadnezzar, who refused to worship false gods in Babylon. He appears in the book of Daniel. His name means royal or great scribe.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.1.6; also called Shadrach at Dan.1.7; 2.49; 3.12,13,14,16,19,20,22,23,26,28,29,30; Aramaic of cha.nan.yah (חֲנַנְיָ֫הוּ "Hananiah" H2608T) § Shadrach = "royal" or "the great scribe" 1) the godly friend of Daniel whom Nebuchadnezzar renamed Shadrach; one of the three friends who with Daniel refused to make themselves unclean by eating food from the king's table which went against the dietary laws which God had given the Jews; also one of the three who were thrown into the fiery furnace for refusing to bow down to a graven image of Nebuchadnezzar and who were saved by the angel of the Lord 1a) also, 'Hananiah' (H2608L)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Shadrach. See also: Daniel 2:49; Daniel 3:20; Daniel 3:30.
מֵישַׁ֖ךְ
Mêyshak
H4336
"Meshach"
Adj
Meshach, a friend of Daniel, was given his name by King Nebuchadnezzar. He and Daniel refused unclean food in Daniel 1. Meshach means guest of the king.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.1.6; also called Meshach at Dan.1.7; 2.49; 3.12,13,14,16,19,20,22,23,26,28,29,30; Aramaic of mi.sha.el (מִישָׁאֵל "Mishael" H4332I) § Meshach = "guest of the king" 1) the godly friend of Daniel who Nebuchadnezzar renamed Meshach; one of the three friends who with Daniel refused to make themselves unclean by eating food from the king's table which went against the dietary laws which God had given the Jews; also one of the three who were thrown into the fiery furnace for refusing to bow down to a graven image of Nebuchadnezzar and who were saved by the angel of the Lord 1a) original name 'Mishael'
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Meshak. See also: Daniel 2:49; Daniel 3:20; Daniel 3:30.
וַ/עֲבֵ֣ד
ʻĂbêd Nᵉgôwʼ
H5665
"Abednego"
Adj | N-proper
Abed-Nego was a friend of Daniel, also known as Azariah, meaning 'servant of Nebo'. He was renamed by Nebuchadnezzar and stood with Daniel against unclean food.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.1.6; also called Abednego at Dan.2.49; 3.12,13,14,16,19,20,22,23,26,28,29,30; Aramaic of a.zar.yah (עֲזַרְיָה "Azariah" H5838Z) § Abed-nego = "servant of Nebo" 1) the godly friend of Daniel who Nebuchadnezzar renamed Abednego; one of the three friends who with Daniel refused to make themselves unclean by eating food from the king's table which went against the dietary laws which God had given the Jews; also one of the three who were thrown into the fiery furnace for refusing to bow down to a graven image of Nebuchadnezzar and who were saved by the angel of the Lord 1a) also, 'Azariah' (H5838 or H5839)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Abed-nego. See also: Daniel 2:49; Daniel 3:20; Daniel 3:30.
נְג֑וֹ
ʻĂbêd Nᵉgôwʼ
H5665
"Abednego"
Adj
Abed-Nego was a friend of Daniel, also known as Azariah, meaning 'servant of Nebo'. He was renamed by Nebuchadnezzar and stood with Daniel against unclean food.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.1.6; also called Abednego at Dan.2.49; 3.12,13,14,16,19,20,22,23,26,28,29,30; Aramaic of a.zar.yah (עֲזַרְיָה "Azariah" H5838Z) § Abed-nego = "servant of Nebo" 1) the godly friend of Daniel who Nebuchadnezzar renamed Abednego; one of the three friends who with Daniel refused to make themselves unclean by eating food from the king's table which went against the dietary laws which God had given the Jews; also one of the three who were thrown into the fiery furnace for refusing to bow down to a graven image of Nebuchadnezzar and who were saved by the angel of the Lord 1a) also, 'Azariah' (H5838 or H5839)
Usage: Occurs in 13 OT verses. KJV: Abed-nego. See also: Daniel 2:49; Daniel 3:20; Daniel 3:30.
עָנֵ֤ה
ʻănâh
H6032
"to answer"
Adj
To answer or respond to something, often by speaking or singing. In the Bible, it can mean to pay attention or testify, as seen in 1 Samuel 12:3.
Definition: 1) to answer, respond 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to answer, make reply 1a2) to respond
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: answer, speak. See also: Psalms 60:7; Daniel 3:24; Daniel 7:2.
וְ/אָמַר֙
ʼămar
H560
"to say"
Adj | V-Qal
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to say or speak, often used when God commands or declares something, as seen in many KJV translations. It is used with great flexibility, including to command, declare, or tell. This word appears in various contexts, including Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: (P'al) to say, to speak, to command, to tell, to relate Aramaic of a.mar (אָמַר "to say" H0559)
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: command, declare, say, speak, tell. See also: Ezra 5:3; Daniel 3:28; Jeremiah 10:11.
לְ/מֵזֵ֣א
ʼăzâʼ
H228
"to heat"
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a
To heat or kindle something is what this Hebrew word means. It is used in 2 Samuel 22:9 to describe God's fiery presence. The word implies making something hot or warm.
Definition: (P'al) make hot, heat
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: heat, hot. See also: Daniel 3:19; Daniel 3:22.
לְ/אַתּוּנָ֔/א
ʼattûwn
H861
"furnace"
Adj | N-ms | Art
This word refers to a furnace or fireplace, often used for melting or burning. In the Bible, it describes a place of intense heat or fire, like a furnace used for refining metals. It is translated as furnace in the KJV.
Definition: furnace
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: furnace. See also: Daniel 3:6; Daniel 3:20; Daniel 3:26.
חַ֨ד
chad
H2298
"one"
Adj
This word means one, first, or single, and is often used in the Bible to describe something unique. It appears in books like Leviticus and Numbers. It can also be used as an article, like a or an.
Definition: 1) one (number) 1a) one 1b) a (indefinite article)
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: a, first, one, together. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 3:19; Daniel 7:16.
שִׁבְעָ֔ה
shibʻâh
H7655
"seven"
Adj
This word means the number seven, often considered sacred. It can also imply a week or an indefinite number, and is used to describe something happening seven times.
Definition: seven Aramaic of she.va (שֶׁ֫בַע "seven" H7651)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: seven (times). See also: Ezra 7:14; Daniel 4:20; Daniel 4:29.
עַ֛ל
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj
Similar to H5921, this word means on, above, or because of something. It is often used to describe a reason or a direction, like in Genesis 18:5 where Abraham is asked to walk before God.
Definition: 1) upon, over, on account of, above, to, against 1a) upon, over, on account of, regarding, concerning, on behalf of 1b) over (with verbs of ruling) 1c) above, beyond (in comparison) 1d) to, against (of direction)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: about, against, concerning, for, (there-) fore, from, in, [idiom] more, of, (there-, up-) on, (in-) to, [phrase] why with. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 4:2; Daniel 7:28.
דִּ֥י
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.
חֲזֵ֖ה
chăzâʼ
H2370
"to see"
Adj
Chaza means to see or gaze, and can also mean to dream or seem. It is used to describe seeing something with your eyes or in a vision.
Definition: 1) to see, behold 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to see 1a2) to see, behold, witness 1a3) to behold (in a dream or vision) 1a4) customary, seemly (passive)
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: behold, have (a dream), see, be wont. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 4:10; Daniel 7:21.
לְ/מֵזְיֵֽ/הּ
ʼăzâʼ
H228
"to heat"
Adj | V-Qal-Inf-a | Suff
To heat or kindle something is what this Hebrew word means. It is used in 2 Samuel 22:9 to describe God's fiery presence. The word implies making something hot or warm.
Definition: (P'al) make hot, heat
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: heat, hot. See also: Daniel 3:19; Daniel 3:22.
Study Notes — Daniel 3:19
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Context — The Fiery Furnace
17If the God whom we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king.
18But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden statue you have set up.”
19At 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,
20and he commanded some mighty men of valor in his army to tie up Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and throw them into the blazing fiery furnace. 21So they were tied up, wearing robes, trousers, turbans, and other clothes, and they were thrown into the blazing fiery furnace.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Daniel 3:13 | Then Nebuchadnezzar, furious with rage, summoned Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. So these men were brought before the king, |
| 2 | Leviticus 26:24 | then I will act with hostility toward you, and I will strike you sevenfold for your sins. |
| 3 | Proverbs 21:24 | Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man— of him who acts with excessive pride. |
| 4 | Leviticus 26:28 | then I will walk in fury against you, and I, even I, will punish you sevenfold for your sins. |
| 5 | Leviticus 26:18 | And if after all this you will not obey Me, I will proceed to punish you sevenfold for your sins. |
| 6 | Luke 12:4–5 | I tell you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more. But I will show you whom you should fear: Fear the One who, after you have been killed, has authority to throw you into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear Him! |
| 7 | Genesis 4:5–6 | but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell. “Why are you angry,” said the LORD to Cain, “and why has your countenance fallen? |
| 8 | Leviticus 26:21 | If you walk in hostility toward Me and refuse to obey Me, I will multiply your plagues seven times, according to your sins. |
| 9 | 2 Kings 19:27–28 | But I know your sitting down, your going out and coming in, and your raging against Me. Because your rage and arrogance against Me have reached My ears, I will put My hook in your nose and My bit in your mouth; I will send you back the way you came.’ |
| 10 | Proverbs 27:3–4 | A stone is heavy and sand is a burden, but aggravation from a fool outweighs them both. Wrath is cruel and anger is like a flood, but who can withstand jealousy? |
Daniel 3:19 Summary
In Daniel 3:19, we see Nebuchadnezzar's anger and hatred towards Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego because they refused to worship his idol. This verse shows us that when we stand up for our faith, we might face opposition and persecution, just like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. However, as seen in Psalm 23:4, God is with us, even in the darkest of times, and we can trust in His power and deliverance. We can learn from their bravery and trust in God, just as they did, knowing that He is our rock and refuge, as described in Psalm 46:1-3.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Nebuchadnezzar become so angry with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?
Nebuchadnezzar's anger was sparked because Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to worship his golden statue, as seen in Daniel 3:18, and instead proclaimed their faith in the one true God, which was a direct challenge to his authority and the idols he had set up.
What does it mean for the furnace to be heated seven times hotter than usual?
Heating the furnace seven times hotter than usual was a demonstration of Nebuchadnezzar's fury and a attempt to ensure the certain death of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, similar to how God instructed the Israelites to purify metals in a furnace, as seen in Numbers 31:22-23.
How does Nebuchadnezzar's reaction reflect the spiritual battle described in Ephesians 6:12?
Nebuchadnezzar's rage and actions against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego illustrate the spiritual battle between good and evil, as described in Ephesians 6:12, where we struggle not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness.
What can we learn from Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's bravery in the face of Nebuchadnezzar's wrath?
We can learn about the importance of standing firm in our faith, even in the face of persecution or danger, as seen in Daniel 3:17-18, and trusting in God's power and deliverance, as promised in Psalm 27:1 and Isaiah 43:2.
Reflection Questions
- How would I react if I were in Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's shoes, facing a fiery furnace for my faith?
- What are some areas in my life where I need to stand firm in my faith, despite opposition or pressure to conform?
- How can I trust in God's power and deliverance, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges?
- What does this verse teach me about the nature of spiritual warfare and the importance of perseverance in my walk with God?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 3:19
Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury,.... Nettled at the answer given him; perceiving his threats made no impression on these three men, and that they were resolutely determined at all events not to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 3:19
Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: therefore he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 3:19
The king’ s fury appeared in his face, and in his words; taking this answer for the highest affront and provocation, which as the case stood he could not bear, the pride of his heart made his indignation boil over, and therefore he made the furnace seven times hotter. Tyrants would burn the people of God in hell if they could.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 3:19
Daniel 3:19 Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: [therefore] he spake, and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more than it was wont to be heated.Ver. 19. And the form of his visage was changed.] Chal., The countenance of his face. Passionate persons vex and distemper their own hearts and bodies, and are exceedingly disfigured with furiousness of the looks, extraordinary panting of the heart, beating of the pulse, swelling of the veins, stammering of the tongue, gnashing of the teeth, as those in Acts 7:54. So the tyrant that martyred Laurence stamped and stared, ramped and fared as out of his wits, swelling like a toad, looking like a devil, &c. See on Daniel 3:17. That they should heat the furnace one seven times more.] Whereas a lingering torment had been heavier, as Bishop Ridley also felt it, and other martyrs: but he spoke as his passion prompted him, which often overshoots.
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 3:19
(19) One seven times.—It is doubtful whether “seven” is used here as a round number or not. According to the Babylonian mythology, there were seven demons, named “Maskim,” who were the most formidable of the infernal powers. Perhaps the number “seven” has a reference to them, for the religious nature of the punishment favours the view that the overheating of the furnace was regarded as a religious act. Than it was wont.—More correctly, than it was fitting. The improper heating of the furnace led to the death of the mighty men (Daniel 3:22).
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 3:19
Verse 19. Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury] How strange is this, after having had so many proofs of the supremacy of Jehovah! He had seen how God poured contempt upon his authority in the case of the three Hebrews, and yet he will try his strength once more! How infatuated is man! Seven times more] As hot as it could be made. Seven expresses the great intensity of the heat.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 3:19
19–27. The three youths delivered from the flames.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 3:19
Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury - Margin, “filled.” He was exceedingly enraged.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 3:19
19. This public and outspoken act of disobedience naturally infuriated the king, who was in the habit of having his own way absolutely.
Sermons on Daniel 3:19
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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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From the Death of Alexander and Aristobulus to the Banishment of Archelaus by Flavius Josephus | Flavius Josephus recounts the tumultuous final days of King Herod, who, afflicted with a severe and painful illness as a divine judgment for his sins, becomes increasingly tyrannic |
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(The Real Jesus) 4 How Jesus Served the Father by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of finishing the work that God has given us to do. He references John 17:4, where Jesus declares that he has glorified God on |