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Daniel 1:11

King James Version (KJV)

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Daniel 1:11

Verse 11 of 21

Scripture focus

Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah,

Daniel 1:11 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Daniel 1:11

Theological / Devotional

Melzar. Heb. melsar, which, according to recently recovered Babylonian cuneiform records, was obviously derived from the Akkadian massaru, which means “guardian,” or “warden.” The presence of “the” in the Hebrew is further indication that a proper name was not intended. Hence, the name of the lower official who acted as immediate tutor of the Hebrew apprentices is not known. Although Ashpenaz had been friendly and sympathetic to Daniel’s request, he nevertheless hesitated to help the young captive. Hence, Daniel went to the official who was the immediate tutor and placed before him a specific request.

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