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Daniel 6:23

Daniel 6:23 in Multiple Translations

The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den, and when Daniel was lifted out of the den, no wounds whatsoever were found on him, because he had trusted in his God.

Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God.

Then was the king exceeding glad, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he had trusted in his God.

Then the king was very glad, and gave orders for them to take Daniel up out of the hole. So Daniel was taken up out of the hole and he was seen to be untouched, because he had faith in his God.

The king was extremely pleased and ordered Daniel brought up from the den. Daniel was lifted up from the den and he was found to have no injuries at all because he had trusted in his God.

Then was the King exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel out of the denne: so Daniel was brought out of the denne, and no maner of hurt was found vpon him, because he beleeued in his God.

Then was the king very glad for him, and he hath commanded Daniel to be taken up out of the den, and Daniel hath been taken up out of the den, and no injury hath been found in him, because he hath believed in his God.

Then the king was exceedingly glad, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no kind of harm was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.

Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel out of the den. So Daniel was taken out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God.

Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and he commanded that Daniel should be taken out of the den: and Daniel was taken out of the den, and no hurt was found in him, because he believed in his God.

The king was extremely happy, and he commanded his servants to lift me out of the pit. When they did that, they saw that the lions had not wounded me at all. God had protected me because I trusted in him.

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Daniel 6:23 Interlinear (Deep Study)

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HEB אֱלָהִ֞/י שְׁלַ֣ח מַלְאֲכֵ֗/הּ וּֽ/סֲגַ֛ר פֻּ֥ם אַרְיָוָתָ֖/א וְ/לָ֣א חַבְּל֑וּ/נִי כָּ/ל קֳבֵ֗ל דִּ֤י קָֽדָמ֨וֹ/הִי֙ זָכוּ֙ הִשְׁתְּכַ֣חַת לִ֔/י וְ/אַ֤ף קדמי/ך קָֽדָמָ/ךְ֙ מַלְכָּ֔/א חֲבוּלָ֖ה לָ֥א עַבְדֵֽת
אֱלָהִ֞/י ʼĕlâhh H426 god Adj | Suff
שְׁלַ֣ח shᵉlach H7972 to send Adj
מַלְאֲכֵ֗/הּ malʼak H4398 angel Adj | Suff
וּֽ/סֲגַ֛ר çᵉgar H5463 to shut Adj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
פֻּ֥ם pum H6433 mouth Adj
אַרְיָוָתָ֖/א ʼaryêh H744 lion Adj | Art
וְ/לָ֣א lâʼ H3809 not Adj | Part
חַבְּל֑וּ/נִי chăbal H2255 to destroy Adj | Suff
כָּ/ל kôl H3606 all Adj | Conj
קֳבֵ֗ל qᵉbêl H6903 before Adj
דִּ֤י dîy H1768 that Adj
קָֽדָמ֨וֹ/הִי֙ qŏdâm H6925 before Adj | Suff
זָכוּ֙ zâkûw H2136 innocence Adj
הִשְׁתְּכַ֣חַת shᵉkach H7912 to find Adj
לִ֔/י Adj | Suff
וְ/אַ֤ף ʼaph H638 also Adj | DirObjM
קדמי/ך qŏdâm H6925 before Adj | Suff
קָֽדָמָ/ךְ֙ qŏdâm H6925 before Adj | Suff
מַלְכָּ֔/א melek H4430 king Adj | Art
חֲבוּלָ֖ה chăbûwlâh H2248 crime Adj
לָ֥א lâʼ H3809 not Adj
עַבְדֵֽת ʻăbad H5648 to make Adj
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 6:23

אֱלָהִ֞/י ʼĕlâhh H426 "god" Adj | Suff
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.
שְׁלַ֣ח shᵉlach H7972 "to send" Adj
This Hebrew word means to send something or someone away, like in Genesis when God sent Abraham to a new land. It can also mean to put or dispatch something. In the Bible, it is often used to describe God sending prophets or angels.
Definition: 1) to send 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to send, send out 1a2) to be sent
Usage: Occurs in 14 OT verses. KJV: put, send. See also: Ezra 4:11; Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:23.
מַלְאֲכֵ֗/הּ malʼak H4398 "angel" Adj | Suff
An angel or heavenly messenger, as mentioned in Daniel 3:28 and 6:22, acting on God's behalf to interact with humans.
Definition: angel Aramaic of ma.le.akh (מַלְאָךְ ": messenger" H4397)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: angel. See also: Daniel 3:28; Daniel 6:23.
וּֽ/סֲגַ֛ר çᵉgar H5463 "to shut" Adj | V-Qal-Perf-3ms
To shut means to close something, like a door or a gate. In the Bible, this word is used to describe enclosing or stopping something, like in the book of Nehemiah where the gates were shut for safety.
Definition: 1) (P'al) to shut 2) (TWOT) shirt
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: shut up. See also: Daniel 6:23.
פֻּ֥ם pum H6433 "mouth" Adj
In biblical Hebrew, this word means the mouth, referring to the physical mouth or speaking figuratively. It is related to the Aramaic word for lip and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: mouth Aramaic of peh (פֶּה ": lip" H6310)
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: mouth. See also: Daniel 4:28; Daniel 7:5; Daniel 7:20.
אַרְיָוָתָ֖/א ʼaryêh H744 "lion" Adj | Art
This word simply means a lion, a fierce and powerful animal, and is used in the Bible to describe both real lions and symbolic ones, like in Proverbs 30:30.
Definition: lion Aramaic of ar.yeh (אַרְיֵה "lion" H0738B)
Usage: Occurs in 9 OT verses. KJV: lion. See also: Daniel 6:8; Daniel 6:21; Daniel 7:4.
וְ/לָ֣א lâʼ H3809 "not" Adj | Part
Means 'not' or 'nothing', often used to show something is absent or non-existent, like in Genesis. It implies a simple or absolute negation. Used over 2000 times in the Bible.
Definition: no, not, nothing Aramaic of lo (לֹא "not" H3808)
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: or even, neither, no(-ne, -r), (can-) not, as nothing, without. See also: Ezra 4:13; Daniel 3:16; Jeremiah 10:11.
חַבְּל֑וּ/נִי chăbal H2255 "to destroy" Adj | Suff
This word means to hurt or destroy something, causing damage or ruin. It is used in the Old Testament to describe physical harm or destruction. In the KJV, it is translated as 'destroy' or 'hurt'.
Definition: 1) to hurt, destroy 1a) (Pael) to hurt, destroy 1b) (Ithpael) to be destroyed
Usage: Occurs in 6 OT verses. KJV: destroy, hurt. See also: Ezra 6:12; Daniel 6:23; Daniel 7:14.
כָּ/ל kôl H3606 "all" Adj | Conj
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.
קֳבֵ֗ל qᵉbêl H6903 "before" Adj
This Hebrew word is used to describe something that is in front of or before something else. It can also mean because of or on account of something. The word is used in various contexts throughout the Old Testament, including in the books of Genesis and Isaiah.
Definition: subst 1) front prep 2) in front of, before, because of, in view of, by reason of, because of this, therefore conj 3) because that, inasmuch as, although, according as, before adv 4) accordingly, then
Usage: Occurs in 29 OT verses. KJV: [phrase] according to, [phrase] as, [phrase] because, before, [phrase] for this cause, [phrase] forasmuch as, [phrase] by this means, over against, by reason of, [phrase] that, [phrase] therefore, [phrase] though, [phrase] wherefore. See also: Ezra 4:14; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 6:23.
דִּ֤י 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.
קָֽדָמ֨וֹ/הִי֙ qŏdâm H6925 "before" Adj | Suff
Before something or someone, like in the book of Isaiah where it talks about things that happened before. It can also mean in front of or from the presence of, as seen in the story of Moses and the burning bush in Exodus.
Definition: 1) before, in front of 1a) before 1b) from before
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: before, [idiom] from, [idiom] I (thought), [idiom] me, [phrase] of, [idiom] it pleased, presence. See also: Ezra 4:18; Daniel 5:13; Daniel 7:20.
זָכוּ֙ zâkûw H2136 "innocence" Adj
This word refers to being innocent and pure in God's eyes. It's used in Genesis and Psalms to describe a person's blameless character. Innocence is a key concept in the Bible, reflecting God's desire for His people to be pure.
Definition: purity, innocence, innocence (in God's sight)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: innocency. See also: Daniel 6:23.
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.
לִ֔/י "" Adj | Suff
וְ/אַ֤ף ʼaph H638 "also" Adj | DirObjM
This Hebrew word means 'also' or 'yea', used to add to a statement. It is often used in lists or to agree with something. The KJV translates it as 'also'.
Definition: also, yea Aramaic of aph (אַף "also" H0637)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: also. See also: Ezra 5:10; Ezra 6:5; Daniel 6:23.
קדמי/ך qŏdâm H6925 "before" Adj | Suff
Before something or someone, like in the book of Isaiah where it talks about things that happened before. It can also mean in front of or from the presence of, as seen in the story of Moses and the burning bush in Exodus.
Definition: 1) before, in front of 1a) before 1b) from before
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: before, [idiom] from, [idiom] I (thought), [idiom] me, [phrase] of, [idiom] it pleased, presence. See also: Ezra 4:18; Daniel 5:13; Daniel 7:20.
קָֽדָמָ/ךְ֙ qŏdâm H6925 "before" Adj | Suff
Before something or someone, like in the book of Isaiah where it talks about things that happened before. It can also mean in front of or from the presence of, as seen in the story of Moses and the burning bush in Exodus.
Definition: 1) before, in front of 1a) before 1b) from before
Usage: Occurs in 38 OT verses. KJV: before, [idiom] from, [idiom] I (thought), [idiom] me, [phrase] of, [idiom] it pleased, presence. See also: Ezra 4:18; Daniel 5:13; Daniel 7:20.
מַלְכָּ֔/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.
חֲבוּלָ֖ה chăbûwlâh H2248 "crime" Adj
This word refers to a hurtful act or crime, like the harm caused by someone's wicked deed. It describes the pain or injury inflicted on others, as seen in the book of Proverbs.
Definition: hurtful act, crime, harm, wicked deed, a wrong Aramaic of chab.bu.rah (חַבּוּרָה "wound" H2250)
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: hurt. See also: Daniel 6:23.
לָ֥א lâʼ H3809 "not" Adj
Means 'not' or 'nothing', often used to show something is absent or non-existent, like in Genesis. It implies a simple or absolute negation. Used over 2000 times in the Bible.
Definition: no, not, nothing Aramaic of lo (לֹא "not" H3808)
Usage: Occurs in 60 OT verses. KJV: or even, neither, no(-ne, -r), (can-) not, as nothing, without. See also: Ezra 4:13; Daniel 3:16; Jeremiah 10:11.
עַבְדֵֽת ʻăbad H5648 "to make" Adj
This word means to make or do something, and can also imply preparing or keeping something, as seen in the creation story in Genesis. It is a versatile verb that can be used in different ways, including creating, performing, or executing something. The word is found in various KJV translations.
Definition: 1) to make, do 1a)(P'al) 1a1) to make, create 1a2) to do, perform 1b) (Ithp'al) 1b1) to be made into 1b2) to be done, be wrought, be performed, be executed, be carried out
Usage: Occurs in 25 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] cut, do, execute, go on, make, move, work. See also: Ezra 4:15; Ezra 7:26; Jeremiah 10:11.

Study Notes — Daniel 6:23

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1 1 Chronicles 5:20 And because they cried out to God in battle, they were helped against their enemies, and the Hagrites and all their allies were delivered into their hands. Because they put their trust in God, He answered their prayers.
2 Mark 9:23 “If You can?” echoed Jesus. “All things are possible to him who believes!”
3 Daniel 3:27–28 and when the satraps, prefects, governors, and royal advisers had gathered around, they saw that the fire had no effect on the bodies of these men. Not a hair of their heads was singed, their robes were unaffected, and there was no smell of fire on them. Nebuchadnezzar declared, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent His angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him. They violated the king’s command and risked their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God.
4 Daniel 3:25 “Look!” he exclaimed. “I see four men, unbound and unharmed, walking around in the fire—and the fourth looks like a son of the gods! ”
5 Daniel 6:18 Then the king went to his palace and spent the night fasting. No entertainment was brought before him, and sleep fled from him.
6 Isaiah 26:3 You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You.
7 Psalms 37:40 The LORD helps and delivers them; He rescues and saves them from the wicked, because they take refuge in Him.
8 Proverbs 18:10 The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.
9 2 Chronicles 20:20 Early in the morning they got up and left for the Wilderness of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood up and said, “Hear me, O people of Judah and Jerusalem. Believe in the LORD your God, and you will be upheld; believe in His prophets, and you will succeed.”
10 Psalms 118:8–9 It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in man. It is better to take refuge in the LORD than to trust in princes.

Daniel 6:23 Summary

This verse shows us that when we trust in God, He can do amazing things to protect and deliver us, just like He did for Daniel in the lions' den. Daniel's trust in God was not just about getting out of a tough situation, but about honoring and obeying God, as seen in Daniel 6:23. We can learn from Daniel's example by trusting in God's power and love for us, as expressed in Jeremiah 29:11, and by remembering that God is sovereign over all things, as seen in Romans 8:28. By trusting in God, we can experience His peace and protection, even in the midst of challenges and uncertainties.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the king's reaction to Daniel's miraculous rescue?

The king was overjoyed, as seen in Daniel 6:23, and this joy was a result of witnessing the power of God, similar to the awe expressed by King Nebuchadnezzar in Daniel 3:28-29 after another miraculous rescue.

How did Daniel's trust in God protect him from harm?

Daniel's trust in God led to his protection, as stated in Daniel 6:23, because he had trusted in his God, and this trust is echoed in Psalms 37:3-7, which encourages us to trust in the Lord and do good, resulting in God's deliverance.

What can we learn from Daniel's experience about the importance of faith?

Daniel's experience teaches us that faith in God can lead to miraculous deliverance, as seen in Daniel 6:23, and this faith is not just about trusting in God's power, but also about trusting in His goodness and love, as expressed in Jeremiah 29:11.

How does this verse relate to the concept of God's sovereignty?

This verse demonstrates God's sovereignty over all creation, including the lions in the den, as Daniel 6:23 shows God's power to protect Daniel, and this sovereignty is also seen in other verses like Romans 8:28, which reminds us that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him.

Reflection Questions

  1. What are some areas in my life where I need to trust in God's power and protection, just like Daniel did?
  2. How can I apply the lesson of Daniel's trust in God to my own life, especially in times of uncertainty or fear?
  3. What does this verse teach me about the character of God, and how can I deepen my understanding of His love and care for me?
  4. In what ways can I, like Daniel, demonstrate my trust in God to those around me, and what impact might this have on my relationships and witness?

Gill's Exposition on Daniel 6:23

Then was the king exceeding glad for him,.... For Daniel, because of his safety, because he was alive, and in health, and unhurt; and the speech he made was very acceptable to him, agreeable to his

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 6:23

Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God.

Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 6:23

He trusted in God’ s power and faithfulness, not to work a miracle, but committed himself to him as a righteous Judge, who would deliver here, or save him hereafter.

Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 6:23

Daniel 6:23 Then was the king exceeding glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the den. So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God.Ver. 23. And commanded that they should take Daniel up ant of the den.] Pull him up with cords, as they did Jeremiah in like case. So Daniel was taken up out of the den.] A lively type of Christ’ s resurrection from the pit. So was Joseph taken from prison, and made lord of Egypt; Samson breaking the bars, and carrying away the gates of Gaza; David, so oft oppressed by Saul, and yet exalted to the kingdom; Jonah, his being drawn out of many waters. Because he believed in his God.] Of such force is faith, of such power is prayer; for it may well be thought that he prayed hard (with David, Psalms 22:21), "Save me from the lion’ s mouth, so will I declare thy name unto my brethren." The prayer of faith shall save the afflicted; and questionless justifying faith is not beneath miraculous in the sphere of its own activity, and where it hath the warrant of God’ s Word. Let such as desire a special providence believe, wait, and walk uprightly. Mos priscus Christianorum fuit ut in suis sepulchris inter alia resurrectonis symbola Danielem in lacu inter leones stantem sculperent. - A Lapide in loc.

Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 6:23

Verse 23. No manner of hurt was found upon him] And why? Because he believed in his God. How mighty is faith? It interests that power in the behalf of the believer by which the sea is dried up, the mountains removed, the dead raised to life, sin forgiven, the heart purified, Satan vanquished, death conquered, and God himself delighted and glorified! See Hebrews 11:1-40.

Cambridge Bible on Daniel 6:23

23. for him] to be omitted (like ‘with himself’ in Daniel 6:14). because he believed—or (R.V.) trusted—in his God] cf. Hebrews 11:33.

Barnes' Notes on Daniel 6:23

Then was the king exceeding glad for him - On account of Daniel. That is, he was rejoiced for the sake of Daniel that he had received no hurt, and that he might be restored to his place, and be useful again in the government.

Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 6:23

23. For him should be omitted. The last clause is also omitted in some ancient texts.

Sermons on Daniel 6:23

SermonDescription
Willie Mullan (Daniel) Daniel in the Lion's Den by Willie Mullan In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Daniel in the lion's den. He begins by discussing the prosperity of Daniel, who was chosen as one of the 120 princes over the k
Jack Hyles Deep Calleth Unto Deep by Jack Hyles In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of being caught in a storm on a boat. Despite the fear and uncertainty, the preacher and his companion prayed and eventual
David Wilkerson Moving the Heart of God by David Wilkerson David Wilkerson emphasizes the significance of having 'the touch of God' in our lives, using the example of the prophet Daniel, who exemplified faith and perseverance in a corrupt
Denis Lyle How to Tame Lions by Denis Lyle Denis Lyle preaches on 'How to Tame Lions' by drawing parallels between the imprisonment of John Bunyan and the biblical story of Daniel in the lions' den. He emphasizes the import
Bob Jennings Prayer by Bob Jennings In this sermon, the preacher begins by acknowledging the small size of their congregation in the city of Beaumont and questioning the impact they can make. They pray for God's pres
F.B. Meyer Our Daily Homily - 1 Chronicles by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer reflects on the genealogies in 1 Chronicles, emphasizing the significance of each name as a testament to God's love and purpose for humanity. He warns that while our liv
F.B. Meyer They Cried to God in the Battle, by F.B. Meyer F.B. Meyer emphasizes the importance of seeking God before entering the battles of life, suggesting that many neglect morning prayers and only cry out to God in the midst of strugg

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