Daniel 1

Treated in 3 passages across the library.

  • 1:8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king’s dainties, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. 1
  • 1:17 Now as for these four youths, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams. 1
  • 1:20 And in every matter of wisdom and understanding, concerning which the king inquired of them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters that were in all his realm. 1

American Standard Version

  1. Sermons on Several Occasions · John Wesley

    Discourse 7 cites Daniel 1:8

    …) requested and obtained, of the prince of the eunuchs, pulse to eat and water to drink. (Daniel 1:8.) Perhaps from a mistaken imitation of this might spring the very ancient custom of absta…

  2. Growing in Wisdom · Ochorus Originals

    Wisdom: The Greatest Treasure cites Daniel 1:17

    …young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning." (Daniel 1:17) They stood out because they honoured God first. Their story shows that you can be excell…

  3. Growing in Wisdom · Ochorus Originals

    The Power of Diligence and Discipline cites Daniel 1:20

    …found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his whole kingdom." (Daniel 1:20) Daniel's success came from his combination of faith, integrity, and hard work. He prayed…