Daniel 6:4
Daniel 6:4 in Multiple Translations
Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom, but they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him.
¶ Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find none occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.
Then the presidents and the satraps sought to find occasion against Daniel as touching the kingdom; but they could find no occasion nor fault, forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.
Then the chief rulers and the captains were looking for some cause for putting Daniel in the wrong in connection with the kingdom, but they were unable to put forward any wrongdoing or error against him; because he was true, and no error or wrong was to be seen in him.
As a result the other chief ministers and provincial governors tried to find a pretext against Daniel as to the way he ran the kingdom. But they couldn't find any cause for complaint or any corruption, for he was trustworthy. They could not discover any evidence that Daniel was negligent or corrupt.
Wherefore the rulers and gouernours sought an occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdome: but they could finde none occasion nor fault: for he was so faithfull that there was no blame nor fault found in him.
Then the presidents and satraps have been seeking to find a cause of complaint against Daniel concerning the kingdom, and any cause of complaint and corruption they are not able to find, because that he [is] faithful, and any error and corruption have not been found in him.
Then the presidents and the local governors sought to find occasion against Daniel as touching the kingdom; but they could find no occasion or fault, because he was faithful. There wasn’t any error or fault found in him.
Then the presidents and princes sought to find occasion against Daniel concerning the kingdom; but they could find no occasion nor fault; forasmuch as he was faithful, neither was there any error or fault found in him.
And the king thought to set him over all the kingdom: whereupon the princes, and the governors sought to find occasion against Daniel with regard to the king: and they could find no cause, nor suspicion, because he was faithful, and no fault, nor suspicion was found in him.
Then, the other administrators and the governors became jealous. So they began to try to find something that they could criticize about the way I was working for the king. But I always did my work faithfully and honestly, and was never lazy. So they could not find anything to criticize.
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 6:4
Study Notes — Daniel 6:4
- Context
- Cross References
- Daniel 6:4 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 6:4
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 6:4
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
- Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 6:4
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 6:4
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
- Sermons on Daniel 6:4
Context — The Plot against Daniel
4Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom, but they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him.
5Finally these men said, “We will never find any charge against this Daniel unless we find something against him concerning the law of his God.” 6So the administrators and satraps went together to the king and said, “O King Darius, may you live forever!Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | 1 Peter 3:16 | keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ. |
| 2 | Philippians 2:15 | so that you may be blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine as lights in the world |
| 3 | 1 Peter 2:12 | Conduct yourselves with such honor among the Gentiles that, though they slander you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day He visits us. |
| 4 | Luke 20:20 | So they watched Him closely and sent spies who pretended to be sincere. They were hoping to catch Him in His words in order to hand Him over to the rule and authority of the governor. |
| 5 | Luke 23:14–15 | and said to them, “You brought me this man as one who was inciting the people to rebellion. I have examined Him here in your presence and found Him not guilty of your charges against Him. Neither has Herod, for he sent Him back to us. As you can see, He has done nothing deserving of death. |
| 6 | Titus 2:8 | and wholesome speech that is above reproach, so that anyone who opposes us will be ashamed to have nothing bad to say about us. |
| 7 | Psalms 37:32–33 | Though the wicked lie in wait for the righteous, and seek to slay them, the LORD will not leave them in their power or let them be condemned under judgment. |
| 8 | Matthew 27:18 | For he knew it was out of envy that they had handed Jesus over to him. |
| 9 | Jeremiah 20:10 | For I have heard the whispering of many: “Terror is on every side! Report him; let us report him!” All my trusted friends watch for my fall: “Perhaps he will be deceived so that we may prevail against him and take our vengeance upon him.” |
| 10 | Genesis 43:18 | But the brothers were frightened that they had been taken to Joseph’s house. “We have been brought here because of the silver that was returned in our bags the first time,” they said. “They intend to overpower us and take us as slaves, along with our donkeys.” |
Daniel 6:4 Summary
This verse tells us that Daniel was a very trustworthy person, and that's why the king wanted to promote him to a high position. Being trustworthy means being honest and reliable, and that's something that God values, as we see in Psalm 15:4, which says that the righteous man swears to his own hurt and does not change. Just like Daniel, we can strive to be trustworthy in our own lives by being faithful in our responsibilities and being honest in all our interactions, and this will bring glory to God and earn us a good reputation, as seen in Proverbs 22:1, which says that a good name is to be more desired than riches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Daniel's character like that made him stand out among his peers?
According to Daniel 6:4, Daniel was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him, which is a testament to his integrity and faithfulness, as seen in Proverbs 10:9, which says that the man of integrity walks securely.
Why were the administrators and satraps seeking a charge against Daniel?
The administrators and satraps were seeking a charge against Daniel because they were jealous of his position and the king's favor towards him, as seen in Daniel 6:3-4, where it says that the king planned to set Daniel over the whole kingdom.
What does it mean to be 'trustworthy' in the context of Daniel 6:4?
To be trustworthy means to be reliable, faithful, and honest, as seen in 1 Corinthians 4:2, which says that it is required of those who have been given a trust to be found faithful.
How can we apply Daniel's trustworthiness to our own lives?
We can apply Daniel's trustworthiness to our own lives by being faithful in our responsibilities, as seen in Matthew 25:21, which says that the master put the faithful servant in charge of many things, and by being honest and reliable in all our interactions, as seen in Colossians 3:23-24, which says that we should work heartily as for the Lord.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I can demonstrate trustworthiness, just like Daniel?
- How can I cultivate a reputation for integrity and faithfulness, like Daniel, in my own community?
- What are some temptations or challenges that I face that could lead me to compromise my trustworthiness, and how can I overcome them?
- In what ways can I show myself to be a faithful servant of God, just like Daniel, in my daily life and responsibilities?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 6:4
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 6:4
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
Ellicott's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 6:4
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 6:4
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 6:4
Sermons on Daniel 6:4
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From Babylon to Jerusalem - (Daniel) ch.6:1-28 by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the character of Daniel and his faithfulness in his work. Daniel was a Christian who stood out among his colleagues by being punctual, dilige |
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Daniels More Excellent Spirit (Zulu/english) by Erlo Stegen | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Daniel and how he remained faithful to God despite facing opposition and pressure from others. The preacher emphasizes the impor |
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Faithfulness by A.W. Pink | A.W. Pink emphasizes the critical importance of faithfulness in ministry, asserting that it is a non-negotiable requirement for those appointed as stewards of God's Word. He highli |
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Delight in the Will of God by John A. Broadus | John A. Broadus preaches on the importance of delighting in doing God's will, emphasizing the grateful response and obedience that should follow experiencing God's gracious relief |
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(Montana) Daniel by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and thanksgiving in the life of a believer. He highlights the example of Daniel, who prayed and gave thanks to God t |
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Power of a Pure Conscience by Tom Allen | In this sermon, the preacher uses the analogy of baby robins in a nest to illustrate how some Christians are constantly relying on others for spiritual nourishment instead of takin |
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Tongues - Part 2 by Ken Baird | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the rest that believers can find in Christ, a rest that was not fully realized in the Old Testament. He emphasizes the supernatural nature o |






