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Daniel 6:1 Now it pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom,
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href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter"> (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/daniel/6.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/daniel/6.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Darius the Mede decided to divide the kingdom into 120 provinces, and he appointed a high officer to rule over each province.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/daniel/6.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom 120 satraps, to be throughout the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now it pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/daniel/6.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/daniel/6.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps, to be over the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/daniel/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps over the kingdom, to be in charge of the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/daniel/6.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />It seemed good to Darius to appoint 120 satraps over the kingdom, that they would be in charge of the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/daniel/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />It seemed good to Darius to appoint 120 satraps over the kingdom, that they should be in charge of the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/daniel/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />It seemed good to Darius that he set 120 satraps over the kingdom, that they would be in charge of the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/daniel/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />It seemed good to Darius [who became king after Belshazzar] to appoint over the kingdom 120 satraps who would be in charge throughout the kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/daniel/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Darius decided to appoint 120 satraps over the kingdom, stationed throughout the realm,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/daniel/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Darius decided to appoint 120 satraps over the kingdom, stationed throughout the realm, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/daniel/6.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom a hundred and twenty satraps, who should be throughout the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/daniel/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Darius divided his kingdom into 120 states and placed a governor in charge of each one. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/daniel/6.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty satraps, which should be throughout the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/daniel/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Darius decided it would be good to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/daniel/6.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Darius decided to appoint a hundred and twenty governors to hold office throughout his empire. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/daniel/6.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br /> It pleased Darius to appoint 120 regional authorities over the kingdom throughout the realm, <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/daniel/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Now it pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/daniel/6.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />It seemed like a good idea to Darius to appoint over the kingdom 120 satraps who would be in charge of the entire kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/daniel/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />It pleased Darayavush to set over the kingdom one hundred twenty satraps, who should be throughout the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/daniel/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom a hundred and twenty princes, who should be over the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/daniel/6.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred twenty local governors, who should be throughout the whole kingdom; <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/daniel/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />It has been good before Darius, and he has established over the kingdom satraps—one hundred and twenty—that they may be throughout the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/daniel/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> It hath been good before Darius, and he hath established over the kingdom satraps -- a hundred and twenty -- that they may be throughout the whole kingdom,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/daniel/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />It pleased before Darius and he set up over the kingdom a hundred and twenty satraps, whom to be over all the kingdom;<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/daniel/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />It seemed good to Darius, and he appointed over the kingdom a hundred and twenty governors to be over his whole kingdom. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/daniel/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius, and so he appointed over the kingdom one hundred twenty governors, to be placed throughout his whole kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/daniel/6.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Darius decided to appoint over his entire kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/daniel/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom one hundred twenty satraps, stationed throughout the whole kingdom,<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/daniel/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />IT pleased Darius to appoint over the kingdom a hundred and twenty generals to be over his whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/daniel/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />And it was pleasing before Darius and he raised up in his kingdom a hundred and twenty Generals of the armies, that they would be over all his kingdom<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/daniel/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom a hundred and twenty satraps, who should be throughout the whole kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/daniel/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />And it pleased Darius, and he set over the kingdom a hundred and twenty satraps, to be in all his kingdom;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/daniel/6-1.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/shUZJK-vYxI?start=2099" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">The Plot Against Daniel</a></span><br> <span class="reftext">1</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8232.htm" title="8232: šə·p̄ar (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To be fair or seemly. (Aramaic) corresponding to shaphar; to be beautiful.">Now it</a> <a href="/hebrew/6925.htm" title="6925: qo·ḏām (Prep) -- Before. (Aramaic) or qdam (Aramaic) (Daniel 7:13); corresponding to qedem; before.">pleased</a> <a href="/hebrew/1868.htm" title="1868: dā·rə·yā·weš (N-proper-ms) -- Two Pers. kings. (Aramaic) corresponding to Dar'yavesh.">Darius</a> <a href="/hebrew/6966.htm" title="6966: wa·hă·qîm (Conj-w:: V-Hifil-ConjPerf-3ms) -- To arise, stand. (Aramaic) corresponding to quwm.">to appoint</a> <a href="/hebrew/3969.htm" title="3969: mə·’āh (Number-fs) -- Hundred. (Aramaic) corresponding to me'ah.">120</a> <a href="/hebrew/6243.htm" title="6243: wə·‘eś·rîn (Conj-w:: Number-cp) -- Twenty. (Aramaic) corresponding to esriym."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1768.htm" title="1768: dî (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that, because. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/324.htm" title="324: la·’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nay·yā (Prep-l:: N-mpd) -- Satraps. (Aramaic) corresponding to 'achashdarpan.">satraps</a> <a href="/hebrew/5922.htm" title="5922: ‘al- (Prep) -- Upon, over, above. (Aramaic) corresponding to al."></a> <a href="/hebrew/4437.htm" title="4437: mal·ḵū·ṯā (N-fsd) -- Royalty, reign, kingdom. (Aramaic) corresponding to malkuwth; dominion (abstractly or concretely)."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1934.htm" title="1934: le·hĕ·wōn (V-Qal-Imperf-3mp) -- To become, come to pass, be. ">to rule</a> <a href="/hebrew/3606.htm" title="3606: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. (Aramaic) corresponding to kol.">throughout</a> <a href="/hebrew/4437.htm" title="4437: mal·ḵū·ṯā (N-fsd) -- Royalty, reign, kingdom. (Aramaic) corresponding to malkuwth; dominion (abstractly or concretely).">the kingdom,</a> </span><span class="reftext">2</span>and over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/2-48.htm">Daniel 2:48-49</a></span><br />Then the king promoted Daniel and gave him many generous gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief administrator over all the wise men of Babylon. / And at Daniel’s request, the king appointed Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to manage the province of Babylon, while Daniel remained in the king’s court.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/daniel/5-29.htm">Daniel 5:29</a></span><br />Then Belshazzar gave the command, and they clothed Daniel in purple, placed a gold chain around his neck, and proclaimed him the third highest ruler in the kingdom.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/esther/10-3.htm">Esther 10:3</a></span><br />For Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Xerxes, preeminent among the Jews and highly favored by his many kinsmen, seeking the good of his people and speaking peace to all his countrymen.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/nehemiah/2-9.htm">Nehemiah 2:9</a></span><br />Then I went to the governors west of the Euphrates and gave them the king’s letters. The king had also sent army officers and cavalry with me.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/41-40.htm">Genesis 41:40-44</a></span><br />You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” / Then Pharaoh removed the signet ring from his finger, put it on Joseph’s finger, clothed him in garments of fine linen, and placed a gold chain around his neck. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_kings/4-1.htm">1 Kings 4:1-6</a></span><br />So King Solomon ruled over Israel, / and these were his chief officials: Azariah son of Zadok was the priest; / Elihoreph and Ahijah, the sons of Shisha, were secretaries; Jehoshaphat son of Ahilud was the recorder; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_chronicles/32-23.htm">2 Chronicles 32:23</a></span><br />Many brought offerings to Jerusalem for the LORD and valuable gifts for Hezekiah king of Judah, and from then on he was exalted in the eyes of all nations.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ezra/7-25.htm">Ezra 7:25-26</a></span><br />And you, Ezra, according to the wisdom of your God, which you possess, are to appoint magistrates and judges to judge all the people west of the Euphrates—all who know the laws of your God. And you are to teach these laws to anyone who does not know them. / If anyone does not keep the law of your God and the law of the king, let a strict judgment be executed against him, whether death, banishment, confiscation of property, or imprisonment.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/29-2.htm">Proverbs 29:2</a></span><br />When the righteous flourish, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/45-1.htm">Isaiah 45:1</a></span><br />This is what the LORD says to Cyrus His anointed, whose right hand I have grasped to subdue nations before him, to disarm kings, to open the doors before him, so that the gates will not be shut:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/39-3.htm">Jeremiah 39:3</a></span><br />Then all the officials of the king of Babylon entered and sat in the Middle Gate: Nergal-sharezer of Samgar, Nebo-sarsekim the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the rest of the officials of the king of Babylon.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3</a></span><br />Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/13-1.htm">Romans 13:1-4</a></span><br />Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. / Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. / For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/2-13.htm">1 Peter 2:13-14</a></span><br />Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to the king as the supreme authority, / or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18</a></span><br />Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom;</p><p class="hdg">Darius.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/daniel/5-31.htm">Daniel 5:31</a></b></br> And Darius the Median took the kingdom, <i>being</i> about threescore and two years old.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_peter/2-14.htm">1 Peter 2:14</a></b></br> Or unto governors, as unto them that are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers, and for the praise of them that do well.</p><p class="hdg">an.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/exodus/18-21.htm">Exodus 18:21,22</a></b></br> Moreover thou shalt provide out of all the people able men, such as fear God, men of truth, hating covetousness; and place <i>such</i> over them, <i>to be</i> rulers of thousands, <i>and</i> rulers of hundreds, rulers of fifties, and rulers of tens: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/esther/1-1.htm">Esther 1:1</a></b></br> Now it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus, (this <i>is</i> Ahasuerus which reigned, from India even unto Ethiopia, <i>over</i> an hundred and seven and twenty provinces:)</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/daniel/2-16.htm">Appoint</a> <a href="/daniel/3-27.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/ezekiel/48-11.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/daniel/5-31.htm">Darius</a> <a href="/daniel/4-2.htm">Good</a> <a href="/ezekiel/48-34.htm">Hundred</a> <a href="/daniel/5-31.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/daniel/4-27.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/daniel/5-3.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/daniel/5-29.htm">Rule</a> <a href="/daniel/3-27.htm">Satraps</a> <a href="/daniel/4-2.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/ezekiel/38-21.htm">Throughout</a> <a href="/ezekiel/48-21.htm">Twenty</a> <a href="/daniel/4-20.htm">Whole</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">Appoint</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/hosea/4-1.htm">Charge</a> <a href="/daniel/6-6.htm">Darius</a> <a href="/hosea/2-20.htm">Good</a> <a href="/daniel/8-14.htm">Hundred</a> <a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/daniel/6-23.htm">Pleased</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/daniel/8-1.htm">Rule</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Satraps</a> <a href="/jonah/1-4.htm">Seemed</a> <a href="/daniel/6-25.htm">Throughout</a> <a href="/daniel/10-4.htm">Twenty</a> <a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">Whole</a><div class="vheading2">Daniel 6</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel is made chief of the presidents.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">They, conspiring against him, obtain an idolatrous decree.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">10. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-10.htm">Daniel, accused of the breach thereof, is cast into the lion's den.</a></span><br><span class="reftext">18. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-18.htm">Daniel is saved;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">24. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-24.htm">his adversaries devoured;</a></span><br><span class="reftext">25. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/daniel/6-25.htm">and God magnified by a decree.</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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Historically, there is debate about his exact identity, with some scholars suggesting he could be a title for Cyrus the Great or another regional governor. The phrase indicates Darius's satisfaction or approval, suggesting a ruler who is actively involved in governance and decision-making. This reflects the administrative style of the Medo-Persian Empire, which valued order and structure.<p><b>to appoint 120 satraps</b><br>Satraps were provincial governors in the ancient Persian Empire, responsible for maintaining order and collecting taxes. The number 120 suggests a vast and organized empire, divided into manageable regions. This system of governance was advanced for its time and allowed for efficient control over a large territory. The appointment of satraps demonstrates the empire's emphasis on delegation and local governance, which is also seen in other parts of the Old Testament, such as in the book of Esther.<p><b>to rule throughout the kingdom</b><br>The kingdom refers to the Medo-Persian Empire, which was expansive, covering parts of modern-day Iran, Iraq, Turkey, and beyond. The phrase underscores the vastness of the empire and the need for a structured administrative system. This system of governance ensured that the king's decrees and policies were implemented across diverse regions and cultures. The concept of ruling throughout the kingdom also parallels the biblical theme of God's sovereignty and ultimate rule over all nations, as seen in Psalms and the prophetic books.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/d/darius_the_mede.htm">Darius the Mede</a></b><br>Darius is the ruler who takes over the kingdom after the fall of Babylon. He is known for organizing the kingdom and appointing satraps to govern it. His leadership style and decisions play a crucial role in the events of <a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">Daniel 6</a>.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/satraps.htm">Satraps</a></b><br>These are the 120 officials appointed by Darius to help govern the kingdom. Their role is to maintain order and collect taxes, and they are part of the administrative structure that Darius establishes.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/d/daniel.htm">Daniel</a></b><br>A Jewish exile who has risen to a position of influence in the Babylonian and now the Medo-Persian empire. Known for his faithfulness to God, Daniel's integrity and wisdom make him stand out among the satraps and administrators.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom.htm">The Kingdom</a></b><br>Refers to the Medo-Persian Empire, which succeeded the Babylonian Empire. This setting is crucial as it represents a shift in power and the continuation of God's plan for His people in exile.<br><br>5. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_event_of_reorganization.htm">The Event of Reorganization</a></b><br>Darius's decision to appoint 120 satraps and three administrators, including Daniel, marks a significant administrative reorganization of the kingdom, setting the stage for the events that follow in the chapter.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/g/god's_sovereignty_in_leadership.htm">God's Sovereignty in Leadership</a></b><br>Recognize that God is in control of all leadership and authority structures. He places people in positions of power for His purposes, even in secular governments.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/integrity_in_the_workplace.htm">Integrity in the Workplace</a></b><br>Like Daniel, Christians are called to demonstrate integrity and excellence in their work, standing out as trustworthy and reliable in all circumstances.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/f/faithfulness_amidst_change.htm">Faithfulness Amidst Change</a></b><br>Daniel's example shows the importance of remaining faithful to God even when political or personal circumstances change. Our commitment to God should remain steadfast.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_role_of_prayer.htm">The Role of Prayer</a></b><br>Although not explicitly mentioned in verse 1, the context of <a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">Daniel 6</a> highlights the importance of prayer in Daniel's life. Prayer is a vital practice for maintaining a strong relationship with God and seeking His guidance.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/i/influence_through_godly_character.htm">Influence Through Godly Character</a></b><br>Daniel's influence in the kingdom was a result of his godly character. Christians are encouraged to let their light shine before others, influencing their surroundings positively.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_daniel_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Daniel 6</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/proof_of_darius_the_mede's_existence.htm">What archaeological or historical proof supports the existence of Darius the Mede in Daniel 6, since he remains absent from most known records? </a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/is_daniel_6_a_fictional_account.htm">Could Daniel 6 be a later literary invention rather than a factual historical record, given the inconsistencies with established Persian rulership and customs?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_the_bible_say_on_christians_in_govt.htm">What does the Bible say about Christians in government?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_daniel_6_align_with_babylon-persia_shift.htm">How does the account in Daniel 6 reconcile with other biblical or historical narratives about the transition of power from Babylon to Persia? </a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/daniel/6.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>VI.</span><p>(1) <span class= "bld">Princes.--</span>See <span class= "ital">Excursus A.</span> The LXX. make the number 127, so as to agree with <a href="/esther/1-1.htm" title="Now it came to pass in the days of Ahasuerus, (this is Ahasuerus which reigned, from India even to Ethiopia, over an hundred and seven and twenty provinces:)">Esther 1:1</a>.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/daniel/6.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 1-28.</span> - DANIEL IN THE LIONS' DEN. <span class="cmt_sub_title">Verses 1-3</span>. - <span class="cmt_word">It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes. which should be over the whole kingdom; and over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should have no damage. Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm.</span> The variations from the Massoretic text in the Septuagint are, in regard to the verses before us, very considerable. It assumes the last verse of the preceding chapter, and begins, "And he set up a hundred and twenty and seven satraps over all his kingdom. And over them he set three men as presidents (<span class="greek">ἡγουμένους</span>), and Daniel was one of the three men [and had authority over all men in the kingdom. And Daniel was clothed in purple, and was great and honourable (<span class="greek">ἔνδοξος</span>) before Darius the king, because he was honourable (<span class="greek">ἔνδοξος</span>) and understanding and prudent, and there was an holy spirit in him, and he prospered in the affairs of the kingdom which he did]. Then the king thought (<span class="greek">ἐβουλεύσατο</span>) to place Daniel over all his kingdom [(and the two men who stood with him and the hundred and twenty-seven satraps) when the king thought to place Daniel over his whole kingdom]." The passages within brackets, we think, are additions to amplify the description, and to connect it with the honor given Daniel by Belshazzar. The bracketed parts are easily separable from the rest, and then what remains forms a continuous narrative. Theodotion differs, though slightly, from the Massoretic text, Darius "set (<span class="greek">κατεστήσεν</span>) Daniel over the kingdom" - did not merely take counsel to do it. The Peshitta agrees also very closely with the Massoretic, only the word for "princes" is not, as in the Massoretic text, <span class="accented">ahashdarpnayya</span>, but <span class="accented">rabu heel.</span> This is the common rendering in the Peshitta of this word, and points to the Massoretic term being an adaptation. the use of the word "satrap" here has led to the idea that this is derived from the hundred and twenty-seven provinces (<a href="/esther/1-1.htm">Esther 1:1</a>). This identification is supported certainly by the LXX., which gives a hundred and twenty-seven as the number of the satraps set up by Darius. Josephus, it may be noted ('Ant.,' 10:11.4), mentions the satrapies as three hundred and sixty - a reading that seems scarcely to be drawn by any conceivable mistake from the Massoretie text, nor any tradition of the actual number of satrapis under the Persian rule. The probability is that there has been some early corruption of the number. On the supposition that Darius is Gobryas, these satraps would really be governors of cities and small districts in the populous province of Babylon. We have in the inscriptions of the <span class="accented">Assyrian</span> monarchs who intervened in the affairs of Babylon and Chaldea, notices of a large number of small kingships: each of these would require a special governor. In harmony with this, we are informed by Mr. Pinches that Gobryas appointed subordinate governors in the territory of <span class="cmt_word"></span> Babylon. The phrase which states this occurs in the Annals of Nabunahid (col. 3. line 20), "And Gobryas his governor appointed governors in Babylon." Delitzsch ('Beitrage zur Assyriologie,' 2. p. 256) points out that the sign of the plural after the second occurrence of the word "governor" proves that we cannot translate as if "Cyrus" were the nominative to the sentence, and "Gobryas," who was governor of <span class="accented">Gutium</span> or <span class="accented">Guti</span>, was object. From the fact that the text of Daniel was not protected by being regularly read in the synagogues, as was the Law, the Prophets, the Megilloth, the Psalms, and some other books, it was more at the mercy of scribes. The change of "Gobryas" into "Darius" led easily to other modifications. Probably <span class="accented">medeena</span>, "province," was the word in the original text, but it was modified to <span class="accented">malcoutha</span>, "kingdom," and "governors" of cities became "satraps" over provinces. After having appointed these subordinate governors, that a board of three should be set over them was a necessary arrangement. The name given to them, <span class="accented">sarekeen</span>, is asserted by some to be of Persian origin. On the other hand, the fact that the first syllable is <span class="accented">sar</span>, the Assyrian for "king," one is tempted to think of a Semitic etymology. The Authorized is wrong in making Daniel "first" of these presidents; all that is asserted is that Daniel was one of these presidents. <span class="accented">That the king should have no damage</span> applies most probably to the revenue. The country, in the East, is divided off into small districts for the purpose of tax-collecting, and in the division of the Persian Empire into twenty satrapies, this was greatly the object. The repetition of the word "king" here might imply that Darius was not the king whose loss of revenue was to be guarded against; but we weald not be held as pressing this. Although Daniel was not, on the creation of this board, made chief of it, he soon acquired an influence over Darius which gave him, in effect, such a position. We arc to understand that these officials were mainly Babylonians. We learn now that the capture of Babylonia by Cyrus was not accomplished by a skilful diverting of the waters of the Euphrates, so that the Persian troops were enabled to wade in by the bed of the stream, nor to the fact that in the revelry of a feast the river-gates were left open, and the sentinels were careless; but to the fact that the whole official class were at enmity with the court, and so treachery opened the gates to Gobryas, the governor of Gutium, the name given to Mesopotamia as a Persian province, and when morning broke one day, the sixteenth of Tammuz, the inhabitants of Babylon saw the shields of Gutium guarding the citadel and the temple Esakkil. This being the case. naturally the official class of the former monarchy would be largely drawn upon to supply the needs of the new government; naturally the native Babylonians would think that the preference in all matters of office ought to be given to them; that, above all, the principal place should not be given to a Jew by Cyrus, or by any one under him, since Cyrus professed to be moved by reverence for the national gods of Babylon in his war against Nabunahid. <span class="accented">And the king thought to set him over the whole realm.</span> This really means over the province of Babylon, <span class="accented">malcoutha</span> being written instead of <span class="accented">medeena.</span> His object was not to make Daniel satrap instead of himself, but to make him his "vizier." His knowledge of the <span class="accented">business</span> of the province would of necessity be very thorough, dating, as it did, from the days of Nebuchadnezzar. He, as no other, would be acquainted with the various religious beliefs of the different captive communities in Babylonia. Himself belonging to one of these communities, his interest would be excited by all in similar circumstances. His age, the dignity he had enjoyed in the courts of Nebuchadnezzar and Nabunahid, along with his zeal and ability, naturally explain the desire of Darius (Gobryas) to make him his vizier. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/daniel/6-1.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Now it</span><br /><span class="heb">שְׁפַר֙</span> <span class="translit">(šə·p̄ar)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8232.htm">Strong's 8232: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be fair or seemly</span><br /><br /><span class="word">pleased</span><br /><span class="heb">קֳדָ֣ם</span> <span class="translit">(qo·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6925.htm">Strong's 6925: </a> </span><span class="str2">Before</span><br /><br /><span class="word">Darius</span><br /><span class="heb">דָּרְיָ֔וֶשׁ</span> <span class="translit">(dā·rə·yā·weš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - proper - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1868.htm">Strong's 1868: </a> </span><span class="str2">Darius -- two person kings</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to appoint</span><br /><span class="heb">וַהֲקִים֙</span> <span class="translit">(wa·hă·qîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Conjunctive perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6966.htm">Strong's 6966: </a> </span><span class="str2">To arise, stand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">120</span><br /><span class="heb">מְאָ֣ה</span> <span class="translit">(mə·’āh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Number - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3969.htm">Strong's 3969: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hundred</span><br /><br /><span class="word">satraps</span><br /><span class="heb">לַאֲחַשְׁדַּרְפְּנַיָּ֖א</span> <span class="translit">(la·’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nay·yā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - masculine plural determinate<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_324.htm">Strong's 324: </a> </span><span class="str2">A satrap, governor, of a, main province</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to rule</span><br /><span class="heb">לֶהֱוֺ֖ן</span> <span class="translit">(le·hĕ·wōn)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1934.htm">Strong's 1934: </a> </span><span class="str2">To become, come to pass, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">throughout</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3606.htm">Strong's 3606: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the kingdom,</span><br /><span class="heb">מַלְכוּתָֽא׃</span> <span class="translit">(mal·ḵū·ṯā)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular determinate<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4437.htm">Strong's 4437: </a> </span><span class="str2">Royalty, reign, kingdom</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel 6:1 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">OT Prophets: Daniel 6:1 It pleased Darius to set over (Dan. 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