Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Daniel 2:6 Cross-References
Explore 8 cross-references for Daniel 2:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Daniel chapter 2 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“But if ye shew the dream, and the interpretation thereof, ye shall receive of me gifts and rewards and great honour: therefore shew me the dream, and the interpretation thereof. rewards: or, fee”
Daniel 2:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Daniel 2:6
King Nebuchadnezzar's offer—"gifts and rewards and great honour"—contrasts sharply with his threat of destruction (verse 5). This carrot-and-stick approach reveals how earthly powers manipulate: terror for disobedience, lavish rewards for compliance. The Hebrew mattanan (מַתְּנָן, "gifts") suggests ongoing benefits, nebizebah (נְבִזְבָּה, "rewards") implies financial compensation, and yeqar (יְקָר, "honour") means social elevation. Nebuchadnezzar offers comprehensive enticement—material wealth and social status.The king's insistence "therefore shew me the dream, and the interpretation" reveals...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Daniel 2:6
Ranked by relevance from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
“the Chaldeans”
“and gave him many great gifts”
“and they clothed Daniel with purple”
“and whatever you say to me I will do. Please come therefore”
“and spoke to him the words of Balak.”
“Didn't I earnestly send to you to call you? why didn't you come to me? am I not able indeed to promote you to honor?”
“that you can give interpretations”
“behold”