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Daniel 5:11

Daniel 5:11 in Multiple Translations

There is a man in your kingdom who has the spirit of the holy gods in him. In the days of your father he was found to have insight, intelligence, and wisdom like that of the gods. Your father, King Nebuchadnezzar, appointed him chief of the magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners. Your own father, the king,

There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say, thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers;

There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, were found in him; and the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say, thy father, made him master of the magicians, enchanters, Chaldeans, and soothsayers;

There is a man in your kingdom in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of your father, light and reason like the wisdom of the gods were seen in him: and King Nebuchadnezzar, your father, made him master of the wonder-workers, and the users of secret arts, and the Chaldaeans, and the readers of signs;

There's a man in your kingdom who has the spirit of the holy gods in him. In your father's time he was found to have understanding and insight, and wisdom like that of the gods. Your Majesty's father, King Nebuchadnezzar put him in charge of the magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners. Your father did this

There is a man in thy kingdome, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods, and in the dayes of thy father light and vnderstanding and wisdome like the wisdome of the gods, was found in him: whom the King Nebuchad-nezzar thy father, the King, I say, thy father, made chiefe of the enchanters, astrologians, Caldeans, and soothsayers,

there is a man in thy kingdom in whom [is] the spirit of the holy gods: and, in the days of thy father, light, and understanding, and wisdom — as the wisdom of the gods — was found in him; and king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, chief of the scribes, enchanters, Chaldeans, soothsayers, established him — thy father, O king —

There is a man in your kingdom in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of your father, light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, were found in him. The king, Nebuchadnezzar, your father—yes, the king, your father—made him master of the magicians, enchanters, Chaldeans, and soothsayers,

There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say , thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, and sooth-sayers;

There is a man in thy kingdom that hath the spirit of the holy gods in him: and in the days of thy father knowledge and wisdom were found in him: for king Nabuchodonosor thy father appointed him prince of the wise men, enchanters, Chaldeans, and soothsayers, thy father, I say, O king:

There is a man in your kingdom who has the spirit of the holy gods in him. When Nebuchadnezzar was ruling, they discovered that this man understood many things and was wise, just like the gods. The man who was king previously, Nebuchadnezzar, appointed him to be in charge of all the men in Babylon who worked magic, the men who worked sorcery, the men who studied the stars, and the fortune-tellers.

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Daniel 5:11 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB אִיתַ֨י גְּבַ֜ר בְּ/מַלְכוּתָ֗/ךְ דִּ֠י ר֣וּחַ אֱלָהִ֣ין קַדִּישִׁין֮ בֵּ/הּ֒ וּ/בְ/יוֹמֵ֣י אֲב֗/וּךְ נַהִיר֧וּ וְ/שָׂכְלְתָנ֛וּ וְ/חָכְמָ֥ה כְּ/חָכְמַת אֱלָהִ֖ין הִשְׁתְּכַ֣חַת בֵּ֑/הּ וּ/מַלְכָּ֤/א נְבֻֽכַדְנֶצַּר֙ אֲב֔/וּךְ רַ֧ב חַרְטֻמִּ֣ין אָֽשְׁפִ֗ין כַּשְׂדָּאִין֙ גָּזְרִ֔ין הֲקִימֵ֖/הּ אֲב֥/וּךְ מַלְכָּֽ/א
אִיתַ֨י ʼîythay H383 there is Adj
גְּבַ֜ר gᵉbar H1400 man Adj
בְּ/מַלְכוּתָ֗/ךְ malkûw H4437 kingdom Adj | N-fs | Suff
דִּ֠י dîy H1768 that Adj
ר֣וּחַ rûwach H7308 spirit Adj
אֱלָהִ֣ין ʼĕlâhh H426 god Adj
קַדִּישִׁין֮ qaddîysh H6922 holy Adj
בֵּ/הּ֒ Adj | Suff
וּ/בְ/יוֹמֵ֣י yôwm H3118 day Adj | Prep | N-mp
אֲב֗/וּךְ ʼab H2 father Adj | Suff
נַהִיר֧וּ nᵉhîyr H5094 light Adj
וְ/שָׂכְלְתָנ֛וּ soklᵉthânûw H7924 insight Adj | N-fs
וְ/חָכְמָ֥ה chokmâh H2452 wisdom Adj | N-fs
כְּ/חָכְמַת chokmâh H2452 wisdom Adj | N-fs
אֱלָהִ֖ין ʼĕlâhh H426 god Adj
הִשְׁתְּכַ֣חַת shᵉkach H7912 to find Adj
בֵּ֑/הּ Adj | Suff
וּ/מַלְכָּ֤/א melek H4430 king Adj | N-ms | Art
נְבֻֽכַדְנֶצַּר֙ Nᵉbûwkadnetstsar H5020 Nebuchadnezzar Adj
אֲב֔/וּךְ ʼab H2 father Adj | Suff
רַ֧ב rab H7229 great Adj
חַרְטֻמִּ֣ין charṭôm H2749 magician Adj
אָֽשְׁפִ֗ין ʼashshâph H826 enchanter Adj
כַּשְׂדָּאִין֙ Kasday H3779 Chaldean Adj
גָּזְרִ֔ין gᵉzar H1505 to determine Adj
הֲקִימֵ֖/הּ qûwm H6966 to stand Adj | Suff
אֲב֥/וּךְ ʼab H2 father Adj | Suff
מַלְכָּֽ/א melek H4430 king Adj | Art
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 5:11

אִיתַ֨י ʼîythay H383 "there is" Adj
This Hebrew word is used to affirm existence, like saying there is something. It appears in conversations between God and people, like in Genesis. The KJV translates it as there is.
Definition: 1) there is, there are 2) particle denoting existence
Usage: Occurs in 16 OT verses. KJV: art thou, can, do ye, have, it be, there is (are), [idiom] we will not. See also: Ezra 4:16; Daniel 3:14; Daniel 5:11.
גְּבַ֜ר gᵉbar H1400 "man" Adj
The Hebrew word for a person, often translated as 'man' or 'certain one', appears in various contexts, including the book of Daniel. It refers to a human being, male or female. This term is used to describe an individual.
Definition: a man, a certain (one) Aramaic of ge.ver (גֶּ֫בֶר "great man" H1397)
Usage: Occurs in 20 OT verses. KJV: certain, man. See also: Ezra 4:21; Daniel 3:22; Daniel 6:25.
בְּ/מַלְכוּתָ֗/ךְ malkûw H4437 "kingdom" Adj | N-fs | Suff
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
דִּ֠י 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.
ר֣וּחַ rûwach H7308 "spirit" Adj
This word for spirit is used to describe the wind, a person's mind, or their emotions, and is seen in the writings of King Solomon.
Definition: 1) spirit, wind 1a) wind 1b) spirit 1b1) of man 1b2) seat of the mind
Usage: Occurs in 11 OT verses. KJV: mind, spirit, wind. See also: Daniel 2:35; Daniel 5:12; Daniel 7:15.
אֱלָהִ֣ין ʼĕlâhh H426 "god" Adj
This word means God, referring to the God of Israel or a heathen deity, as seen in various KJV translations. It is used to describe a divine being.
Definition: 1) god, God 1a) god, heathen deity 1b) God (of Israel)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 2:19; Jeremiah 10:11.
קַדִּישִׁין֮ qaddîysh H6922 "holy" Adj
This Hebrew word means something or someone that is holy or set apart, used to describe God, angels, or sacred things, conveying a sense of reverence and awe.
Definition: 1) holy, separate 2) (TWOT) angels, saints
Usage: Occurs in 12 OT verses. KJV: holy (One), saint. See also: Daniel 4:5; Daniel 5:11; Daniel 7:27.
בֵּ/הּ֒ "" Adj | Suff
וּ/בְ/יוֹמֵ֣י yôwm H3118 "day" Adj | Prep | N-mp
The word 'yom' is used in the Bible to refer to a 24-hour period, and when modified by a number, it always refers to a specific day. For example, 'three days' or 'forty days' would be translated using the word 'yom'. This word is an important part of the Bible's system of timekeeping.
Definition: 1) day 2) day always refers to a twenty-four hour period when the word is modified by a definite or cardinal number
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: day (by day), time. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:11; Daniel 7:22.
אֲב֗/וּךְ ʼab H2 "father" Adj | Suff
The word ab means father, and is used throughout the Bible to refer to paternal relationships, such as God as the father of humanity, or Abraham as the father of the Jewish people.
Definition: father Aramaic of av (אָב "father" H0001)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: father. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:2; Daniel 5:18.
נַהִיר֧וּ nᵉhîyr H5094 "light" Adj
Illumination or insight, like the wisdom given to Solomon. This word describes a bright or shining light. It is often used figuratively to describe understanding.
Definition: light
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: light. See also: Daniel 2:22; Daniel 5:11; Daniel 5:14.
וְ/שָׂכְלְתָנ֛וּ soklᵉthânûw H7924 "insight" Adj | N-fs
This Aramaic word means insight or intelligence, related to understanding. It is used in Daniel to describe wise decisions.
Definition: insight Aramaic of se.khel (שֵׂ֫כֶל "understanding" H7922)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: understanding. See also: Daniel 5:11; Daniel 5:12; Daniel 5:14.
וְ/חָכְמָ֥ה chokmâh H2452 "wisdom" Adj | N-fs
This Aramaic word for wisdom is similar to the Hebrew word, describing ethical and religious insight, like in the book of Daniel.
Definition: wisdom Aramaic of chokh.mah (חׇכְמָה "wisdom" H2451)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: wisdom. See also: Ezra 7:25; Daniel 2:23; Daniel 5:14.
כְּ/חָכְמַת chokmâh H2452 "wisdom" Adj | N-fs
This Aramaic word for wisdom is similar to the Hebrew word, describing ethical and religious insight, like in the book of Daniel.
Definition: wisdom Aramaic of chokh.mah (חׇכְמָה "wisdom" H2451)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: wisdom. See also: Ezra 7:25; Daniel 2:23; Daniel 5:14.
אֱלָהִ֖ין ʼĕlâhh H426 "god" Adj
This word means God, referring to the God of Israel or a heathen deity, as seen in various KJV translations. It is used to describe a divine being.
Definition: 1) god, God 1a) god, heathen deity 1b) God (of Israel)
Usage: Occurs in 78 OT verses. KJV: God, god. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 2:19; Jeremiah 10:11.
הִשְׁתְּכַ֣חַת shᵉkach H7912 "to find" Adj
This word means to find or discover something, either literally or figuratively. It's used in the Bible to describe finding things, like wisdom or God's favor. The KJV translates it simply as 'find'.
Definition: 1) to find 1a) (Aphel) to find 1b) (Ithp'al) to be found
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: find. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:12; Daniel 6:24.
בֵּ֑/הּ "" Adj | Suff
וּ/מַלְכָּ֤/א melek H4430 "king" Adj | N-ms | 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.
נְבֻֽכַדְנֶצַּר֙ 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.
אֲב֔/וּךְ ʼab H2 "father" Adj | Suff
The word ab means father, and is used throughout the Bible to refer to paternal relationships, such as God as the father of humanity, or Abraham as the father of the Jewish people.
Definition: father Aramaic of av (אָב "father" H0001)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: father. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:2; Daniel 5:18.
רַ֧ב rab H7229 "great" Adj
Means great or abundant, used to describe powerful leaders like captains or chiefs in the Bible, such as in Exodus and Numbers.
Definition: adj 1) great 1a) great 1b) great (fig of power) n 2) captain, chief
Usage: Occurs in 15 OT verses. KJV: captain, chief, great, lord, master, stout. See also: Ezra 4:10; Daniel 2:45; Daniel 7:20.
חַרְטֻמִּ֣ין charṭôm H2749 "magician" Adj
In the Bible, this term is used to describe a magician or astrologer who practices divination and claims to have secret knowledge. These individuals were believed to possess mystical powers and were often associated with pagan practices.
Definition: magician, magician-astrologer Aramaic of char.tom (חַרְטֹם "magician" H2748)
Usage: Occurs in 5 OT verses. KJV: magician. See also: Daniel 2:10; Daniel 4:4; Daniel 5:11.
אָֽשְׁפִ֗ין ʼashshâph H826 "enchanter" Adj
In the Bible, this word refers to a conjurer or enchanter, like the ones in Daniel 2:2 who tried to interpret the king's dreams. It can also mean astrologer, as seen in Isaiah 47:13. These people were involved in occult practices.
Definition: conjurer, enchanter, (CLBL) necromancer Aramaic of ash.shaph (אַשָּׁף "enchanter" H0825)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: astrologer. See also: Daniel 2:10; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:15.
כַּשְׂדָּאִין֙ Kasday H3779 "Chaldean" Adj
A Chaldean is a person from Chaldea, skilled in astrology and wisdom, like those in Daniel 2:2. They were known for their knowledge and magical practices. The term is used in Ezekiel 23:14-15.
Definition: Group of kas.di (כַּשְׂדִּים "Chaldea" H3778) § Chaldean = "clod breakers" 1) a territory in lower Mesopotamia bordering on the Persian Gulf 2) the inhabitants of Chaldea, living on the lower Euphrates and Tigris 3) those persons considered the wisest in the land (by extension)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Chaldean. See also: Daniel 2:5; Daniel 4:4; Daniel 5:30.
גָּזְרִ֔ין gᵉzar H1505 "to determine" Adj
This Hebrew word means to determine or decide something, like a soothsayer figuring out the future. It involves cutting or separating to understand or know something. The word is used in a few places in the Old Testament.
Definition: 1) to cut, determine 1a) (P'al) determiner (participle) 1b) (Ithp'al) to be cut out
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: cut out, soothsayer. See also: Daniel 2:27; Daniel 4:4; Daniel 5:11.
הֲקִימֵ֖/הּ qûwm H6966 "to stand" Adj | Suff
Qum means to establish or confirm something, like setting up a new system or lifting someone up to a position of power, as described in the books of Kings and Chronicles.
Definition: : establish/stand_firm/confirm/fulfill/fix 1) to arise, stand 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to arise from 1a2) to come on the scene (fig) 1a3) to arise (out of inaction) 1a4) to stand 1a5) to endure 1b) (Pael) to set up, establish 1c) (Aphel) 1c1) to set up 1c2) to lift up 1c3) to establish 1c4) to appoint 1d) (Hophal) to be made to stand
Usage: Occurs in 30 OT verses. KJV: appoint, establish, make, raise up self, (a-) rise (up), (make to) stand, set (up). See also: Ezra 5:2; Daniel 4:14; Daniel 7:24.
אֲב֥/וּךְ ʼab H2 "father" Adj | Suff
The word ab means father, and is used throughout the Bible to refer to paternal relationships, such as God as the father of humanity, or Abraham as the father of the Jewish people.
Definition: father Aramaic of av (אָב "father" H0001)
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: father. See also: Ezra 4:15; Daniel 5:2; Daniel 5:18.
מַלְכָּֽ/א 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.

Study Notes — Daniel 5:11

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1 Daniel 4:8–9 But at last, into my presence came Daniel (whose name is Belteshazzar after the name of my god, and in whom is the spirit of the holy gods). And I told him the dream: “O Belteshazzar, chief of the magicians, I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in you and that no mystery baffles you. So explain to me the visions I saw in my dream, and their interpretation.
2 Daniel 2:47–48 The king said to Daniel, “Your God is truly the God of gods and Lord of kings, the Revealer of Mysteries, since you were able to reveal this mystery.” Then the king promoted Daniel and gave him many generous gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief administrator over all the wise men of Babylon.
3 Daniel 4:18 This is the dream that I, King Nebuchadnezzar, saw. Now, Belteshazzar, tell me the interpretation, because none of the wise men of my kingdom can interpret it for me. But you are able, because the spirit of the holy gods is in you.”
4 Daniel 5:14 I have heard that the spirit of the gods is in you, and that you have insight, intelligence, and extraordinary wisdom.
5 Revelation 3:9 Look at those who belong to the synagogue of Satan, who claim to be Jews but are liars instead. I will make them come and bow down at your feet, and they will know that I love you.
6 Genesis 41:11–15 One night both the chief baker and I had dreams, and each dream had its own meaning. Now a young Hebrew was there with us, a servant of the captain of the guard. We told him our dreams and he interpreted them for us individually. And it happened to us just as he had interpreted: I was restored to my position, and the other man was hanged.” So Pharaoh sent for Joseph, who was quickly brought out of the dungeon. After he had shaved and changed his clothes, he went in before Pharaoh. Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I had a dream, and no one can interpret it. But I have heard it said of you that when you hear a dream you can interpret it.”
7 Acts 12:22 And they began to shout, “This is the voice of a god, not a man!”
8 2 Samuel 14:17 And now your servant says, ‘May the word of my lord the king bring me rest, for my lord the king is able to discern good and evil, just like the angel of God. May the LORD your God be with you.’”
9 Daniel 2:11 What the king requests is so difficult that no one can tell it to him except the gods, whose dwelling is not with mortals.”
10 Acts 16:16 One day as we were going to the place of prayer, we were met by a slave girl with a spirit of divination, who earned a large income for her masters by fortune-telling.

Daniel 5:11 Summary

This verse is talking about a man named Daniel who had a special connection to God and was very wise. He was recognized by King Nebuchadnezzar for his exceptional abilities and was appointed as chief of the magicians and diviners. Just like Daniel, we can all cultivate a deep understanding and wisdom by seeking a close relationship with God and being humble enough to learn from others, as seen in Proverbs 1:7 and James 1:5. By doing so, we can become a source of wisdom and guidance for those around us, just like Daniel was for King Belshazzar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the man being referred to in Daniel 5:11?

The man being referred to is Daniel, who was given the name Belteshazzar by King Nebuchadnezzar, as mentioned in Daniel 5:12. He was a wise and knowledgeable man who served as chief of the magicians, enchanters, astrologers, and diviners in the kingdom.

What does it mean to have the 'spirit of the holy gods' in Daniel 5:11?

In this context, having the 'spirit of the holy gods' refers to Daniel's exceptional wisdom, insight, and intelligence, which were recognized by King Nebuchadnezzar, as seen in Daniel 5:12 and Daniel 1:17. This phrase highlights Daniel's unique abilities and his connection to the one true God.

Why did King Nebuchadnezzar appoint Daniel as chief of the magicians and diviners?

King Nebuchadnezzar appointed Daniel as chief because of his extraordinary spirit, knowledge, understanding, and ability to interpret dreams, as mentioned in Daniel 5:12. This is also seen in Daniel 1:20, where Daniel and his friends were found to be ten times wiser than all the magicians and enchanters in the kingdom.

What can we learn from the queen's suggestion to summon Daniel in Daniel 5:11?

The queen's suggestion shows that she recognized Daniel's wisdom and expertise, and she believed that he could provide the interpretation of the handwriting on the wall, as seen in Daniel 5:12. This teaches us the importance of seeking wise counsel and recognizing the gifts and abilities that God has given to others, as mentioned in Proverbs 11:14.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some ways that I can recognize and utilize the unique gifts and abilities that God has given to others in my life?
  2. How can I, like Daniel, cultivate a deep understanding and wisdom that is rooted in my relationship with God?
  3. What are some areas in my life where I need to seek wise counsel and guidance, and how can I humble myself to receive it?
  4. In what ways can I, like the queen, be a voice of reason and wisdom in the midst of chaos and uncertainty, and point others to the wisdom and guidance of God?

Gill's Exposition on Daniel 5:11

There is a man in thy kingdom,.... She does not say in his court; very probably, after the death of Nebuchadnezzar, perhaps in one of the former reigns, he was removed from his offices; for, had he

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 5:11

There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 5:11

A man in whom is the spirit of the holy gods: this man was Daniel; but how came the king not to think of him? Daniel possibly was out of his place, by his own resignation, or his enemies’ malicious contrivance, and was willing to withdraw himself from the court, and from the company of the soothsayers, and would not be reckoned one of them.

Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 5:11

Daniel 5:11 There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom [is] the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, [I say], thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, [and] soothsayers;Ver. 11. There is a man in thy kingdom.] Once famous for his oracles, and highly promoted by thy grandfather Nebuchadnezzar. Thus this old queen speaketh of ancient things. She was not therefore Belshazzar’ s wife, as Porphyry scoffingly objected, but his mother at least, if not his grandmother. In whom is the spirits.] See on Daniel 5:10. The king, I say, thy father.] This was a check to Belshazzar for neglecting so worthy a person as Daniel, whom his grandfather had so highly honoured.

Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 5:11

(11) The spirit.—Comp. Daniel 4:8-9. Thy father.—No blood relationship is necessarily implied by this word. It means no more than “predecessor.” (See Introd., sec. VI.)

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 5:11

Verse 11. Nebuchadnezzar thy father] See Clarke on Daniel 5:1.

Cambridge Bible on Daniel 5:11

11. in whom is the spirit, &c.] As Daniel 4:8, where see the note. thy father] see on Daniel 5:2. like the wisdom of (the) gods] Cf. 2 Samuel 14:20. The queen, however, speaks as a polytheist. made master of the magicians, &c.] See Daniel 2:48 and Daniel 4:9. enchanters, Chaldeans, and determiners (of fates)] As Daniel 5:7.

Barnes' Notes on Daniel 5:11

There is a man in thy kingdom - To wit, Daniel. As the queen-mother had lived in the time of Nebuchadnezzar, and recollected the important service which he had rendered in interpreting the dream of

Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 5:11

11. Compare Daniel 2:2; Daniel 2:47; Daniel 4:7-8. It is now known that Belshazzar was the son of Nabonidus and that Nabonidus was not the son of Nebuchadnezzar.

Sermons on Daniel 5:11

SermonDescription
Michael Howard An Excellent Spirit by Michael Howard In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having a burning desire to do more than just passively observe one's circumstances. He references the story of Daniel in th
C.H. Spurgeon Now We Have Received by C.H. Spurgeon The preacher delves into the Greek word 'huperecho,' which means to excel, be superior, and hold others in higher regard. Paul emphasizes the importance of esteeming others as more
Chuck Smith The Word of Wisdom by Chuck Smith Chuck Smith emphasizes the significance of the Holy Spirit's manifestations in the life of a believer, particularly focusing on the gift of wisdom. He explains the difference betwe
Zac Poonen From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Daniel) ch.2:36-3:30 by Zac Poonen In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the sovereignty of God as depicted in the book of Daniel. He highlights God's sovereignty over the physical bodies of Daniel and his friends,
Art Katz K-484 Discipleship by Art Katz In this sermon, the speaker expresses his deep concern for the state of the world and the future. He believes that the current cultural changes are just the beginning and that thin
Carter Conlon May God Give Us Light by Carter Conlon This sermon is a powerful call to resist the temptations and delicacies of the world, to stand firm in faith like Daniel did, and to choose to walk in the light of God's truth. It
St. John Chrysostom 1 Corinthians 14:20 by St. John Chrysostom John Chrysostom delivers a sermon urging the congregation to maintain order and reverence in the church, emphasizing the importance of edifying one another through spiritual gifts

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