Daniel 6:19

Authorized King James Version

Then the king arose very early in the morning, and went in haste unto the den of lions.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
בֵּאדַ֣יִן
Then
then (of time)
#2
מַלְכָּ֔א
the king
a king
#3
בִּשְׁפַּרְפָּרָ֖א
very early
the dawn (as brilliant with aurora)
#4
יְק֣וּם
arose
to rise (in various applications, literal, figurative, intensive and causative)
#5
בְּנָגְהָ֑א
in the morning
dawn
#6
וּבְהִ֨תְבְּהָלָ֔ה
in haste
to terrify, hasten
#7
לְגֻבָּ֥א
unto the den
a pit (for wild animals) (as cut out)
#8
דִֽי
that, used as relative conjunction, and especially (with a preposition) in adverbial phrases; also as preposition of
#9
אַרְיָוָתָ֖א
of lions
a lion
#10
אֲזַֽל׃
and went
to depart

Analysis

Within the broader context of Daniel, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Daniel.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

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