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Daniel 2:49 Cross-References
Explore 10 cross-references for Daniel 2:49 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Daniel chapter 2 verse 49 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Then Daniel requested of the king, and he set Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, over the affairs of the province of Babylon: but Daniel sat in the gate of the king.”
Daniel 2:49 (KJV)
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Commentary on Daniel 2:49
Daniel's request for his companions shows covenant loyalty—he doesn't grasp power selfishly but ensures his friends benefit. 'Daniel sat in the gate of the king' indicates maintaining position in the royal court while his companions managed provincial affairs. This distribution of responsibility allowed faithful Jews to influence multiple spheres of Babylonian society. The verse demonstrates both humility (sharing honor) and wisdom (building a team of trustworthy administrators). It also sets up chapter 3, where these three face the fiery furnace while Daniel is absent.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Daniel 2:49
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“Mordecai was sitting in the king's gate.”
“[of] Shadrach; and to Mishael”
“love good”
“Meshach”
“while Mordecai was sitting in the king's gate”
“and paid homage to Haman; for the king had so commanded concerning him. But Mordecai didn't bow down or pay him homage.”
“God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.”
“there is great glory; but when the wicked rise”
“and made the thing known to Hananiah”
“and sat in the middle gate”