Daniel 9:23

"He instructed me and talked with me, and said, “Daniel, I have now come to give you wisdom and understanding."

Key Reflection

In Daniel 9:23, God speaks directly to Daniel, instructing him and engaging in a conversation that reveals divine wisdom and understanding. For the original audience, this scene highlights the unique and privileged nature of Daniel's relationship with God, setting the stage for the prophetic visions and insights that follow. The direct communication underscores Daniel’s importance as a prophet and his call to comprehend complex divine revelations.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

At the beginning of thy supplications -We are not informed at what time Daniel began to pray, but as remarked above, it is most natural to suppose that he devoted the day to prayer, and had commenced these solemn acts of devotion in the morning. The commandment came forth -Margin, “word.” That is, the word of God. This evidently means, in heaven; and the idea is, that as soon as he began to pray a command was issued from God to Gabriel that he should visit Daniel, and convey to him the important message respecting future events.

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