Daniel 6:19 kjv
Then the king arose very early in the morning, and went in haste unto the den of lions.
Daniel 6:19 nkjv
Then the king arose very early in the morning and went in haste to the den of lions.
Daniel 6:19 niv
At the first light of dawn, the king got up and hurried to the lions' den.
Daniel 6:19 esv
Then, at break of day, the king arose and went in haste to the den of lions.
Daniel 6:19 nlt
Very early the next morning, the king got up and hurried out to the lions' den.
Daniel 6 19 Cross References
| Verse | Text | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel 6:20 | "O Daniel, servant of the living God..." | Daniel 6:20 (King's statement) |
| Psalm 18:3 | "...I will call upon the Lord, who is worthy to be praised; So I shall be saved from my enemies." | Psalm 18:3 (Deliverance) |
| Psalm 40:1-3 | "He brought me up out of the horrible pit..." | Psalm 40:1-3 (Divine Rescue) |
| Isaiah 41:10 | "Fear not, for I am with you..." | Isaiah 41:10 (God's Presence) |
| Jeremiah 32:17 | "Ah, Lord God! Behold, You have made the heavens and the earth by Your great power..." | Jeremiah 32:17 (God's Power) |
| Acts 7:59-60 | "And they stoned Stephen as he was calling on God and saying, 'Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.'" | Acts 7:59-60 (Martyr's prayer) |
| Romans 8:37 | "Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us." | Romans 8:37 (Victory) |
| 2 Corinthians 1:10 | "who delivered us from so great a death, and will deliver us; On whom we trust that He will still deliver us," | 2 Corinthians 1:10 (Past, Present, Future Deliverance) |
| Hebrews 11:33-34 | "...escaped the edge of the sword, out of weakness were made strong..." | Hebrews 11:33-34 (Faithful examples) |
| Revelation 1:18 | "I am the First and the Last, who is alive, and was dead, and behold, I am alive forevermore." | Revelation 1:18 (Living God) |
| Daniel 2:20-21 | "Daniel answered and said: 'Blessed be the name of God forever and ever...'" | Daniel 2:20-21 (Praise God) |
| Psalm 115:3 | "But our God is in the heavens; He does whatever He pleases." | Psalm 115:3 (God's Sovereignty) |
| Daniel 3:28 | "Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent His angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him..." | Daniel 3:28 (Similar Deliverance) |
| Isaiah 43:2 | "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you." | Isaiah 43:2 (Protection) |
| Psalm 91:11-12 | "For He shall give His angels charge over you, To keep you in all your ways. In their hands they shall bear you up..." | Psalm 91:11-12 (Angelic Protection) |
| John 5:26 | "For as the Father has life in Himself, so He has granted the Son to have life in Himself." | John 5:26 (Life from the Father) |
| Colossians 1:17 | "And He is before all things, and in Him all things consist." | Colossians 1:17 (Sustainer) |
| 1 Samuel 17:36 | "...your servant has killed both lion and bear; and this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them..." | 1 Samuel 17:36 (David's Faith) |
| Daniel 9:15 | "...the Lord our God, who brought Your people out of the land of Egypt with a mighty hand..." | Daniel 9:15 (God's powerful acts) |
| Genesis 1:1 | "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth." | Genesis 1:1 (God the Creator) |
Daniel 6 verses
Daniel 6 19 Meaning
Daniel’s unexpected freedom from the lions’ den signifies divine deliverance and vindication. The king's declaration highlights his recognition of Daniel’s God as the supreme, living Deity, powerful enough to intervene and save. This event showcases God's faithfulness to those who remain steadfast in their devotion, even amidst severe persecution and unjust decrees.
Daniel 6 19 Context
This verse occurs at the climax of Daniel chapter 6, following Daniel's miraculous deliverance from the lions' den. King Darius, distraught and sleepless over Daniel’s fate, rushes to the den at dawn. Upon finding Daniel alive and unharmed, the king is overwhelmed. Daniel attributes his survival to God's divine intervention, explaining that God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths. This chapter takes place in Babylon during the reign of Darius the Mede, who had conquered Babylon. The historical context is critical: Darius had been pressured by his administrators to sign a decree that prohibited prayer to any god or man other than himself for thirty days. Daniel, despite knowing this, continued his regular prayer practices, leading to his accusation and sentencing to the lions' den. The contemporary belief being indirectly countered is polytheism, suggesting other gods were localized or weak, by asserting the absolute power and uniqueness of the living God of Israel.
Daniel 6 19 Word Analysis
- Then ( Hebrew: עַתָּה -
atta) - Now; at this time. Indicates the immediate consequence of the king’s action. - King ( Hebrew: מַלְכָּא -
malka) - King. Refers to Darius the Mede, the ruler at this time. - Darius ( Hebrew: דָּרְיָוֵשׁ -
Dar'yavésh) - Darius. The specific king, highlighting the historical setting. - Shall ( Hebrew: קְרָא -
qera) - Called out; cried. Expresses an authoritative command or proclamation. - Died ( Hebrew: מוּת -
mut) - To die. Used here to contrast with Daniel's state. - Forth ( Hebrew: בְּרַם -
beram) - But; however. Introduces a strong contrast or exception. - Sent ( Hebrew: שְׁלַח -
shelah) - To send; dispatch. - His ( Hebrew: הִוָּה -
hiwwa- implied possessive) - Denotes possession by the king or by God (in the phrase "his God"). - Angel ( Hebrew: מַלְאָךְ -
mal'ak) - Messenger; angel. Implies supernatural agency. - And ( Hebrew: וְ -
wə) - Conjunction. - Hath shut ( Hebrew: סְגַר -
sagar) - To shut; close. Implies active containment. - The mouths ( Hebrew: פֻּם -
pum- Aramaic) - Mouth. Specifically, the mouths of the lions. - Of the lions ( Hebrew: לִבְאָה -
liv'yah) - Lions. Plural. - And ( Hebrew: וְ -
wə) - Conjunction. - They have not hurt ( Hebrew: הבל -
habal[figurative for no effect, negated action]; from root: Hebrew: חבל -habalto injure, destroy) - Injured; harmed. - Me ( Hebrew: לִי -
lior לַעֲבַד -laavdāor direct object markeri`) - Me. First-person pronoun. - Forasmuch as ( Hebrew: דִּכְרֵן -
dikrénordikrina- based on context) - Because; inasmuch as. Indicates the reason for the divine action. - I was found ( Hebrew: אִשְׁתַּכְחַת -
ishtakhḥat) - Was found. Passive voice, indicating Daniel's state of being discovered. - Guiltless ( Hebrew: דְּכִי -
dəkī) - Innocent; pure; blameless.
Word Group Analysis
- "Sent his angel and hath shut the mouths of the lions": This phrase underscores God’s sovereign power and protective grace. It’s not just that the lions didn’t eat Daniel; it's that a divine agent actively intervened, illustrating God’s control over all creation, including dangerous beasts. This points to angelic ministries being active in the lives of believers.
- "Forasmuch as I was found guiltless before him": Daniel's consciousness of his innocence is paramount. His guiltlessness was not in himself but in his faithfulness to God's law despite the king's decree. It emphasizes that his transgression was an act of obedience to God rather than disobedience to man when the two conflicted.
Daniel 6 19 Bonus Section
The king's grief and sleepless night (verse 18) are significant. This highlights that human rulers can be deeply affected by the justice (or injustice) they permit. The specific phrasing "O Daniel, servant of the living God" directly acknowledges Daniel's God as not just a god, but a living one, contrasting with potentially dead or inanimate idols of other cultures. Darius's subsequent decree in verse 26 is a crucial addition, ordering all peoples to tremble before Daniel’s God. This extends the impact of Daniel’s faithfulness beyond his personal salvation to a kingdom-wide proclamation of God’s sovereignty, mirroring events in chapters 3 and 4 where Nebuchadnezzar also made similar pronouncements after experiencing divine power. This verse sets the stage for a broader recognition of the God of Israel in the Persian Empire, foreshadowing the eventual return of the Jews to Jerusalem.
Daniel 6 19 Commentary
The king's exclamation reveals the transformative power of experiencing God's direct intervention. Darius, initially swayed by his satraps, now sees undeniable proof of the God of Daniel's supremacy. This isn't merely about survival; it’s a public testimony to the unique nature of Yahweh. Daniel’s immediate unharmed state and his explanation about the angel performing a specific protective action affirm God's intimate involvement in the lives of His servants. The king's fear is not terror but awe and reverence for the divine power displayed. His prompt action to release Daniel and reverse the unjust decree shows the weight of his realization. This narrative serves as a powerful illustration of faithfulness rewarded, divine protection for the righteous, and the ultimate futility of human laws that oppose God's will.
- Practical Application: Remaining faithful to God, even when facing opposition or unjust regulations, leads to divine vindication. Trusting in God’s power over human threats brings peace and deliverance.