Daniel 3:21 kjv
Then these men were bound in their coats, their hosen, and their hats, and their other garments, and were cast into the midst of the burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:21 nkjv
Then these men were bound in their coats, their trousers, their turbans, and their other garments, and were cast into the midst of the burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:21 niv
So these men, wearing their robes, trousers, turbans and other clothes, were bound and thrown into the blazing furnace.
Daniel 3:21 esv
Then these men were bound in their cloaks, their tunics, their hats, and their other garments, and they were thrown into the burning fiery furnace.
Daniel 3:21 nlt
So they tied them up and threw them into the furnace, fully dressed in their pants, turbans, robes, and other garments.
Daniel 3 21 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 3:19-23 | Nebuchadnezzar's rage and the king's command to heat the furnace seven times more. | Daniel 3:19-23 |
| Isaiah 43:2 | God's promise to be with His people through fire and water. | Isaiah 43:2 |
| Psalm 91:1-16 | Assurance of protection for those who dwell in the shelter of the Most High. | Psalm 91:1-16 |
| Jeremiah 1:8 | God's assurance to Jeremiah: "I am with you to deliver you." | Jeremiah 1:8 |
| Hebrews 11:33-34 | The faith of those who "escaped the edge of the sword," "out of weakness were made strong." | Hebrews 11:33-34 |
| 1 Corinthians 10:13 | God will not allow us to be tempted beyond what we can bear. | 1 Corinthians 10:13 |
| Acts 5:29 | Peter's declaration: "We must obey God rather than men." | Acts 5:29 |
| Daniel 6:16-23 | Daniel's deliverance from the lions' den. | Daniel 6:16-23 |
| Psalm 34:7 | The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear Him, and delivers them. | Psalm 34:7 |
| Isaiah 43:15 | God is the Holy One of Israel, their Redeemer. | Isaiah 43:15 |
| 1 Peter 4:12 | Do not be surprised at the fiery trial. | 1 Peter 4:12 |
| Matthew 10:28 | Fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell. | Matthew 10:28 |
| Romans 8:18 | The sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory. | Romans 8:18 |
| Exodus 14:13 | Moses encouraging Israel: "Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord." | Exodus 14:13 |
| Psalm 23:4 | Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil. | Psalm 23:4 |
| Proverbs 18:10 | The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous man runs into it and is safe. | Proverbs 18:10 |
| Mark 9:47-48 | Jesus' words about cutting off body parts that cause sin. | Mark 9:47-48 |
| Revelation 7:9 | A great multitude from every nation, tribe, people, and language. | Revelation 7:9 |
| Philippians 1:20 | Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. | Philippians 1:20 |
| Acts 14:19-20 | Paul and Barnabas stoned and left for dead, yet they rose and went in. | Acts 14:19-20 |
Daniel 3 verses
Daniel 3 21 Meaning
This verse describes the remarkable immunity of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego from the fiery furnace. They emerged physically unharmed, without any sign of burning, showcasing God's direct intervention and protection. Their survival demonstrated their unwavering faith and God's power over the natural elements and tyrannical decrees.
Daniel 3 21 Context
This verse occurs within the narrative of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's refusal to worship the golden image set up by King Nebuchadnezzar. Having been thrown into an intensely heated furnace, their miraculous survival is here described. This event highlights God's sovereignty, power, and faithfulness in protecting those who remain steadfast in their devotion to Him, even in the face of extreme persecution and death. It demonstrates the consequences of defying pagan idolatry and the rewards of unwavering faith.
Daniel 3 21 Word Analysis
- Then (כ_&;
#3996;wĕ·dān): Conjunction indicating sequence, "and at that time," emphasizing the immediate aftermath. - Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (א&;
#7649;ן&;#3606;ָרִמ&;#3287;וְבֶמִעֵּך&;#3637;ָרִ֠מִכֶל_&;#3469;ן): The Babylonian names given to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, representing their assimilation attempts and their eventual faithfulness despite these names. - rose up (ק_&;
#1436;וֹאkə·wā·wân): To rise up, to stand. The Aramaic verb suggests an emerging from a previous state, indicating their standing after the ordeal. - together (בֵּיהֱׯָןbə·ḵu·lōm): A collective singular meaning "all of them," emphasizing their united state and shared experience of deliverance.
- in the presence of (לִתוּעִש־רמַתּימֻמְמוּנָןlə·wi·tô·ă·wîn·nem): Denotes their public appearance and accessibility, in full view of others.
- the nobles (נביאדאןמוּןןיאןמוּנ־שכִיבַרִיאןיאנמןnap̄·ṯā·yeʾ wə·`am·may·yeʾ wə·sap·pā·rîm): Officials, governors, satraps, and advisors of the king. This signifies their emergence before the very people who condemned them, adding to the dramatic testimony.
- the rulers of the provinces (תּוכעליק־נמלָקתּאמִוְש־ער־אמ־ירא־אנ־ר־מלּחּאממֶער־מםמ־שאכ־ומֿמֹכ־חכ֮לר־תמוּנרקtaw·cāl·lî·yeʾ_ bā·bel): Refers to the administrative heads over the districts of Babylon. They were witnesses to this powerful demonstration.
- the king (מלּכאת־מלכאכ־נבֽוכדֽנצֶלme·leq·qa-mel·ka-nə·bu·ḵad·neṣ·ṣar): Nebuchadnezzar himself, the central authority and architect of the decree, is the primary witness.
- and (וַןwə·) , and*: Connects the final clause, signifying the full assembly of witnesses.
- assembled (התנכָר־ער־נויהשא־מןמעוכמלרכאמלכאש־הלאאתןhit·kō·nen): To assemble, gather oneself. Here, it refers to their deliberate act of coming together to see the impossible made possible.
Daniel 3 21 Bonus Section
The deliverance of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is often seen as a foreshadowing of Christ's ultimate victory over death and hell. Their emergence unscathed from the fiery furnace symbolizes the resurrection, where the grave and death hold no power. The intensification of the fire by seven times suggests a furnace brought to its absolute maximum capacity, making the survival even more extraordinary and demonstrative of divine intervention rather than mere chance. This narrative solidifies their reputation not just as faithful Jews but as individuals whose God possessed unparalleled power, prompting Nebuchadnezzar's later acknowledgment of the God of Israel as the supreme God.
Daniel 3 21 Commentary
The appearance of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego unharmed before the king and his court is a pivotal moment. It’s not merely a survival story; it’s a divine demonstration that validates their faith and defies the authority of Nebuchadnezzar and his idols. The complete lack of even the smell of smoke signifies an absolute, supernatural intervention by God. This event would have profoundly impacted those who witnessed it, including the king, sowing seeds of doubt in their polytheistic beliefs and potentially fostering a grudging respect for the God of Israel. Their unharmed state, rather than being a mere escape, becomes an active testament to God's power and faithfulness to His obedient servants. This testimony transcends their personal experience, serving as a profound witness to the sovereignty of the God of Israel in the heart of pagan Babylon.