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Because of Daniel’s great ability, the king made plans to place him over the entire empire. <a href="/esv/daniel/6.htm">English Standard Version</a> Then this Daniel became distinguished above all the other high officials and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him. And the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/kjv/daniel/6.htm">King James Bible</a> 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. <a href="/nkjv/daniel/6.htm">New King James Version</a> Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king gave thought to setting him over the whole realm. <a href="/nasb_/daniel/6.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> Then this Daniel began distinguishing himself among the commissioners and satraps because he possessed an extraordinary spirit, and the king intended to appoint him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/nasb/daniel/6.htm">NASB 1995</a> Then this Daniel began distinguishing himself among the commissioners and satraps because he possessed an extraordinary spirit, and the king planned to appoint him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/nasb77/daniel/6.htm">NASB 1977 </a> Then this Daniel began distinguishing himself among the commissioners and satraps because he possessed an extraordinary spirit, and the king planned to appoint him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/lsb/daniel/6.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> Then this Daniel began distinguishing himself among the commissioners and satraps because an extraordinary spirit was in him, and the king planned to set him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/amp/daniel/6.htm">Amplified Bible</a> Then this Daniel, because of the extraordinary spirit within him, began distinguishing himself among the commissioners and the satraps, and the king planned to appoint him over the entire realm. <a href="/csb/daniel/6.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> Daniel distinguished himself above the administrators and satraps because he had an extraordinary spirit, so the king planned to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/hcsb/daniel/6.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> Daniel distinguished himself above the administrators and satraps because he had an extraordinary spirit, so the king planned to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/asv/daniel/6.htm">American Standard Version</a> Then this Daniel was distinguished above the presidents and the satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/cev/daniel/6.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> And he did his work so much better than the other governors and officials that the king decided to let him govern the whole kingdom. <a href="/erv/daniel/6.htm">English Revised Version</a> Then this Daniel was distinguished above the presidents and the satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/gwt/daniel/6.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> This man, Daniel, distinguished himself among the other officials and satraps because there was an extraordinary spirit in him. The king thought about putting him in charge of the whole kingdom. <a href="/gnt/daniel/6.htm">Good News Translation</a> Daniel soon showed that he could do better work than the other supervisors or the governors. Because he was so outstanding, the king considered putting him in charge of the whole empire. <a href="/isv/daniel/6.htm">International Standard Version</a> Daniel distinguished himself among all the administrators and regional authorities, because he was of an extraordinary spirit. Therefore the king planned to appoint him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/msb/daniel/6.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/net/daniel/6.htm">NET Bible</a> Now this Daniel was distinguishing himself above the other supervisors and the satraps, for he had an extraordinary spirit. In fact, the king intended to appoint him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/nheb/daniel/6.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Then this Daniel was distinguished above the administrators and the satraps, because an extraordinary spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/wbt/daniel/6.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> 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. <a href="/web/daniel/6.htm">World English Bible</a> Then this Daniel was distinguished above the presidents and the local governors, because an excellent spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/daniel/6.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Then this Daniel has been overseer over the presidents and satraps, because that an excellent spirit [is] in him, and the king has thought to establish him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/ylt/daniel/6.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Then this Daniel hath been overseer over the presidents and satraps, because that an excellent spirit is in him, and the king hath thought to establish him over the whole kingdom. <a href="/slt/daniel/6.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> Then this Daniel excelling above the presidents and satraps because that an excellent spirit was in him; and the king doing to set him up over all the kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/daniel/6.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> And Daniel excelled all the princes, and governors: because a greater spirit of God was in him. <a href="/cpdv/daniel/6.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And so Daniel excelled above all the leaders and governors, because a greater spirit of God was in him. <a href="/nabre/daniel/6.htm">New American Bible</a> Daniel outshone all the ministers and satraps because an extraordinary spirit was in him, and the king considered setting him over the entire kingdom. <a href="/nrsvce/daniel/6.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> Soon Daniel distinguished himself above all the other presidents and satraps because an excellent spirit was in him, and the king planned to appoint him over the whole kingdom.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/daniel/6.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> Then Daniel excelled above all the presidents and generals, because he was more spiritual; and the king thought to set him over his whole kingdom. <a href="/hpbt/daniel/6.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Then Daniel excelled over all of them, because an above and beyond spirit was in him, and the King considered to set him up over all his kingdom<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/daniel/6.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> Then this Daniel distinguished himself above the presidents and the satraps, because a surpassing spirit was in him; and the king thought to set him over the whole realm. <a href="/sep/daniel/6.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> And Daniel was over them, for there was an excellent spirit in him; and the king set him over all his kingdom. <a href="/parallel/daniel/6-3.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/shUZJK-vYxI?start=2116" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/daniel/6.htm">The Plot Against Daniel</a> …2and over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. 3<a href="/hebrew/116.htm" title="116: ’ĕ·ḏa·yin (Adv) -- Then, thereupon. (Aramaic) of uncertain derivation; then (of time).">Soon,</a> <a href="/hebrew/6903.htm" title="6903: qo·ḇêl (Prep) -- (Aramaic) or qobel (Aramaic); (corresponding to qabal; in front of; usually on account of, so as, since, hence.">by</a> <a href="/hebrew/1768.htm" title="1768: dî (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that, because. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/3493.htm" title="3493: yat·tî·rā (Adj-fs) -- Preeminent, surpassing. (Aramaic) corresponding to Yattiyr; preeminent; as an adverb, very.">his extraordinary</a> <a href="/hebrew/bêh (Prep:: 3ms) -- "></a> <a href="/hebrew/7308.htm" title="7308: rū·aḥ (N-cs) -- Wind, spirit. (Aramaic) corresponding to ruwach.">spirit,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1841.htm" title="1841: dā·nî·yêl (N-proper-ms) -- God is my judge, an Isr. leader in Bab. (Aramaic) corresponding to Daniye'l; Danijel, the Heb. Prophet.">Daniel</a> <a href="/hebrew/1836.htm" title="1836: də·nāh (Pro-ms) -- This. (Aramaic) an orthographical variation of dek; this."></a> <a href="/hebrew/1934.htm" title="1934: hă·wā (V-Qal-Perf-3ms) -- To become, come to pass, be. "></a> <a href="/hebrew/5330.htm" title="5330: miṯ·naṣ·ṣaḥ (V-Hitpael-Prtcpl-ms) -- To distinguish oneself. (Aramaic) corresponding to natsach; to become chief.">distinguished himself</a> <a href="/hebrew/5922.htm" title="5922: ‘al- (Prep) -- Upon, over, above. (Aramaic) corresponding to al.">among</a> <a href="/hebrew/5632.htm" title="5632: sā·rə·ḵay·yā (N-mpd) -- Chief, overseer. (Aramaic) of foreign origin; an emir.">the administrators</a> <a href="/hebrew/324.htm" title="324: wa·’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nay·yā (Conj-w:: N-mpd) -- Satraps. (Aramaic) corresponding to 'achashdarpan.">and satraps.</a> <a href="/hebrew/3606.htm" title="3606: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. (Aramaic) corresponding to kol."></a> <a href="/hebrew/4430.htm" title="4430: ū·mal·kā (Conj-w:: N-msd) -- King. (Aramaic) corresponding to melek; a king.">So the king</a> <a href="/hebrew/6246.htm" title="6246: ‘ă·šîṯ (V-Qal-QalPassPrtcpl-ms) -- To think, plan. (Aramaic) corresponding to ashath; to purpose.">planned</a> <a href="/hebrew/6966.htm" title="6966: la·hă·qā·mū·ṯêh (Prep-l:: V-Hifil-Inf:: 3ms) -- To arise, stand. (Aramaic) corresponding to quwm.">to set him</a> <a href="/hebrew/5922.htm" title="5922: ‘al- (Prep) -- Upon, over, above. (Aramaic) corresponding to al.">over</a> <a href="/hebrew/3606.htm" title="3606: kāl- (N-msc) -- The whole, all. (Aramaic) corresponding to kol.">the whole</a> <a href="/hebrew/4437.htm" title="4437: mal·ḵū·ṯā (N-fsd) -- Royalty, reign, kingdom. (Aramaic) corresponding to malkuwth; dominion (abstractly or concretely).">kingdom.</a> 4Thus the administrators and satraps sought a charge against Daniel concerning the kingdom, but they could find no charge or corruption, because he was trustworthy, and no negligence or corruption was found in him.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Genesis 41:38-40</a> So Pharaoh asked them, “Can we find anyone like this man, in whom the Spirit of God abides?” / Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, “Since God has made all this known to you, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. / 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.” <a href="/1_kings/3-12.htm">1 Kings 3:12-13</a> behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. / Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal. <a href="/proverbs/22-29.htm">Proverbs 22:29</a> Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men. <a href="/genesis/39-2.htm">Genesis 39:2-4</a> And the LORD was with Joseph, and he became a successful man, serving in the household of his Egyptian master. / When his master saw that the LORD was with him and made him prosper in all he did, / Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar put him in charge of his household and entrusted him with everything he owned. <a href="/1_samuel/18-14.htm">1 Samuel 18:14-15</a> and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. / When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. <a href="/1_kings/4-29.htm">1 Kings 4:29-34</a> And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ... <a href="/proverbs/3-3.htm">Proverbs 3:3-4</a> Never let loving devotion or faithfulness leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. / Then you will find favor and high regard in the sight of God and man. <a href="/1_chronicles/29-25.htm">1 Chronicles 29:25</a> The LORD highly exalted Solomon in the sight of all Israel and bestowed on him royal majesty such as had not been bestowed on any king in Israel before him. <a href="/psalms/75-6.htm">Psalm 75:6-7</a> For exaltation comes neither from east nor west, nor out of the desert, / but it is God who judges; He brings down one and exalts another. <a href="/psalms/78-70.htm">Psalm 78:70-72</a> He chose David His servant and took him from the sheepfolds; / from tending the ewes He brought him to be shepherd of His people Jacob, of Israel His inheritance. / So David shepherded them with integrity of heart and guided them with skillful hands. <a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3</a> Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them <a href="/acts/10-38.htm">Acts 10:38</a> how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power, and how Jesus went around doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, because God was with Him. <a href="/1_corinthians/12-7.htm">1 Corinthians 12:7-11</a> Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. / To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by the same Spirit, / to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit, ... <a href="/matthew/25-21.htm">Matthew 25:21</a> His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ <a href="/luke/2-52.htm">Luke 2:52</a> And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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.was preferred.<a href="/proverbs/22-29.htm">Proverbs 22:29</a> Seest thou a man diligent in his business? he shall stand before kings; he shall not stand before mean men.and.<a href="/daniel/5-12.htm">Daniel 5:12,14</a> Forasmuch as an excellent spirit, and knowledge, and understanding, interpreting of dreams, and shewing of hard sentences, and dissolving of doubts, were found in the same Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar: now let Daniel be called, and he will shew the interpretation… <a href="/daniel/9-23.htm">Daniel 9:23</a> At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to shew thee; for thou art greatly beloved: therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision.<a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Genesis 41:38-41</a> And Pharaoh said unto his servants, Can we find such a one as this is, a man in whom the Spirit of God is? … thought.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Administrators</a> <a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">Appoint</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Commissioners</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Daniel</a> <a href="/songs/5-10.htm">Distinguished</a> <a href="/ezekiel/27-7.htm">Distinguishing</a> <a href="/ezekiel/48-20.htm">Entire</a> <a href="/ezekiel/37-26.htm">Establish</a> <a href="/daniel/5-14.htm">Excellent</a> <a href="/daniel/5-14.htm">Extraordinary</a> <a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/daniel/5-8.htm">King's</a> <a href="/daniel/1-16.htm">Overseer</a> <a href="/jeremiah/50-45.htm">Planned</a> <a href="/ezekiel/35-10.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/jeremiah/8-3.htm">Preferred</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Presidents</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/daniel/5-15.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/2_peter/1-9.htm">Qualities</a> <a href="/daniel/1-20.htm">Realm</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/daniel/6-2.htm">Satraps</a> <a href="/daniel/5-14.htm">Special</a> <a href="/daniel/5-20.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/daniel/5-14.htm">Surpassing</a> <a href="/daniel/4-2.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/daniel/2-49.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/daniel/6-6.htm">Administrators</a> <a href="/hosea/1-11.htm">Appoint</a> <a href="/daniel/6-6.htm">Captains</a> <a href="/daniel/6-6.htm">Chief</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Commissioners</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Daniel</a> <a href="/amos/6-1.htm">Distinguished</a> <a href="/1_corinthians/11-29.htm">Distinguishing</a> <a href="/daniel/10-2.htm">Entire</a> <a href="/daniel/6-7.htm">Establish</a> <a href="/luke/1-3.htm">Excellent</a> <a href="/daniel/8-24.htm">Extraordinary</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Kingdom</a> <a href="/daniel/6-12.htm">King's</a> <a href="/1_timothy/3-1.htm">Overseer</a> <a href="/matthew/1-19.htm">Planned</a> <a href="/daniel/7-22.htm">Possessed</a> <a href="/john/1-15.htm">Preferred</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Presidents</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Princes</a> <a href="/daniel/6-17.htm">Purpose</a> <a href="/romans/12-6.htm">Qualities</a> <a href="/daniel/9-1.htm">Realm</a> <a href="/daniel/6-6.htm">Rulers</a> <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">Satraps</a> <a href="/malachi/3-17.htm">Special</a> <a href="/daniel/7-15.htm">Spirit</a> <a href="/acts/26-13.htm">Surpassing</a> <a href="/daniel/8-5.htm">Thought</a> <a href="/daniel/7-23.htm">Whole</a> <a href="/daniel/8-27.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Daniel 6</div>1. <a href="/daniel/6-1.htm">Daniel is made chief of the presidents.</a> 4. <a href="/daniel/6-4.htm">They, conspiring against him, obtain an idolatrous decree.</a> 10. <a href="/daniel/6-10.htm">Daniel, accused of the breach thereof, is cast into the lion's den.</a> 18. <a href="/daniel/6-18.htm">Daniel is saved;</a> 24. <a href="/daniel/6-24.htm">his adversaries devoured;</a> 25. <a href="/daniel/6-25.htm">and God magnified by a decree.</a> </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'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/daniel/6.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/daniel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/daniel/6.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>Soon, by his extraordinary spirit Daniel's "extraordinary spirit" refers to his exceptional qualities, including wisdom, integrity, and faithfulness. This phrase highlights the divine favor and spiritual gifts bestowed upon Daniel, which set him apart. His spirit is reminiscent of Joseph's in <a href="/genesis/41-38.htm">Genesis 41:38</a>, where Pharaoh recognizes the Spirit of God in him. Daniel's ability to interpret dreams and visions, as seen in earlier chapters, further exemplifies this extraordinary spirit.Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps Daniel's distinction among the leaders of the Medo-Persian Empire underscores his competence and reliability. Administrators and satraps were high-ranking officials responsible for governance and tax collection. Daniel's rise in this context reflects God's providence and parallels Joseph's rise in Egypt. His integrity and work ethic serve as a model for believers, emphasizing the importance of living out one's faith in secular environments.So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom The king's intention to elevate Daniel to a position of authority over the entire kingdom demonstrates the trust and confidence he had in Daniel's abilities. This mirrors the biblical theme of God exalting the humble, as seen in <a href="/proverbs/22-29.htm">Proverbs 22:29</a> and <a href="/1_peter/5-6.htm">1 Peter 5:6</a>. Daniel's potential promotion foreshadows the ultimate reign of Christ, who will rule with justice and righteousness. The historical context of the Medo-Persian Empire, known for its vast and diverse territories, highlights the significance of such a position.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/d/daniel.htm">Daniel</a> A Jewish exile in Babylon, known for his unwavering faith and integrity. He served under multiple kings and was recognized for his wisdom and exceptional qualities. 2. <a href="/topical/a/administrators_and_satraps.htm">Administrators and Satraps</a> These were officials in the Persian Empire responsible for governance and administration. Daniel was one of the administrators, and his excellence set him apart from the others. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_king.htm">The King</a> Refers to Darius the Mede, who ruled over the Babylonian kingdom after its conquest by the Medes and Persians. He recognized Daniel's exceptional qualities and planned to promote him. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_kingdom.htm">The Kingdom</a> The Medo-Persian Empire, which was vast and required a structured administration. Daniel's role was crucial in maintaining order and governance. 5. <a href="/topical/d/distinguished_himself.htm">Distinguished Himself</a> Daniel's exceptional qualities, including his integrity and wisdom, made him stand out among his peers, leading to the king's favor.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/e/excellence_in_work.htm">Excellence in Work</a> Daniel's account teaches us the importance of striving for excellence in our work and responsibilities. As Christians, our work ethic should reflect our faith and commitment to God. <a href="/topical/i/integrity_and_faithfulness.htm">Integrity and Faithfulness</a> Daniel's integrity was unwavering, even in a foreign land. We are called to maintain our integrity and faithfulness to God, regardless of our circumstances. <a href="/topical/g/god's_favor_and_human_recognition.htm">God's Favor and Human Recognition</a> While Daniel's qualities earned him human recognition, it was ultimately God's favor that elevated him. We should seek God's favor above all else. <a href="/topical/i/influence_through_character.htm">Influence through Character</a> Daniel's influence came not from power or position but from his character. Our character can be a powerful testimony to those around us. <a href="/topical/p/preparedness_for_promotion.htm">Preparedness for Promotion</a> Daniel was prepared for the promotion because of his consistent faithfulness. We should be ready for the opportunities God may bring our way by being faithful in our current roles.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_daniel_6.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Daniel 6</a> <a href="/q/who_were_the_satraps_in_daniel.htm">Who were the satraps in the Book of Daniel?</a> <a href="/q/where_was_daniel_during_the_furnace.htm">Where was Daniel during his friends' furnace ordeal?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_reputation_help_in_life.htm">How does a good reputation benefit one's life?</a> <a href="/q/what_job_advice_does_the_bible_give.htm">What guidance does the Bible offer on finding a job?</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>(3) Was preferred.--Literally, he outshone the others. The pronoun "this" is prefixed to Daniel's. name so as to point him out as the favoured one already mentioned. (Comp. <a href="/daniel/6-5.htm" title="Then said these men, We shall not find any occasion against this Daniel, except we find it against him concerning the law of his God.">Daniel 6:5</a>; <a href="/daniel/6-28.htm" title="So this Daniel prospered in the reign of Darius, and in the reign of Cyrus the Persian.">Daniel 6:28</a>.) <a href="/commentaries/daniel/6-3.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>Soon, אֱדַ֙יִן֙ (’ĕ·ḏa·yin) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_116.htm">Strong's 116: </a> Then, thereupon by קֳבֵ֗ל (qo·ḇêl) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6903.htm">Strong's 6903: </a> In front of, before, because of, because that his extraordinary יַתִּירָא֙ (yat·tî·rā) Adjective - feminine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3493.htm">Strong's 3493: </a> Preeminent, surpassing spirit, ר֤וּחַ (rū·aḥ) Noun - common singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7308.htm">Strong's 7308: </a> Wind, breath, exhalation, life, anger, unsubstantiality, a region of the sky, spirit Daniel דָּנִיֵּ֣אל (dā·nî·yêl) Noun - proper - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1841.htm">Strong's 1841: </a> Daniel -- 'God is my judge', an Israelite leader in Babylon distinguished himself מִתְנַצַּ֔ח (miṯ·naṣ·ṣaḥ) Verb - Hitpael - Participle - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5330.htm">Strong's 5330: </a> To distinguish oneself among עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5922.htm">Strong's 5922: </a> Above, over, upon, against the administrators סָרְכַיָּ֖א (sā·rə·ḵay·yā) Noun - masculine plural determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5632.htm">Strong's 5632: </a> Chief, overseer and satraps. וַאֲחַשְׁדַּרְפְּנַיָּ֑א (wa·’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nay·yā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_324.htm">Strong's 324: </a> A satrap, governor, of a, main province So the king וּמַלְכָּ֣א (ū·mal·kā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4430.htm">Strong's 4430: </a> A king planned עֲשִׁ֔ית (‘ă·šîṯ) Verb - Qal - QalPassParticiple - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6246.htm">Strong's 6246: </a> To think, plan to set לַהֲקָמוּתֵ֖הּ (la·hă·qā·mū·ṯêh) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct | third person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6966.htm">Strong's 6966: </a> To arise, stand him over עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5922.htm">Strong's 5922: </a> Above, over, upon, against the whole כָּל־ (kāl-) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3606.htm">Strong's 3606: </a> The whole, all, any, every kingdom. מַלְכוּתָֽא׃ (mal·ḵū·ṯā) Noun - feminine singular determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4437.htm">Strong's 4437: </a> Royalty, reign, kingdom <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/daniel/6-3.htm">Daniel 6:3 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/daniel/6-3.htm">OT Prophets: Daniel 6:3 Then this Daniel was distinguished above (Dan. 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