Daniel 10:11 Meaning and Explanation
“And he said unto me, O Daniel, a man greatly beloved, understand the words that I speak unto thee, and stand upright: for unto thee am I now sent. And when he had spoken this word unto me, I stood trembling.”
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Read Full Chapter →The messenger calls Daniel greatly beloved, tells him to stand and listen, and Daniel rises trembling.
What Does Daniel 10:11 Mean?
The messenger speaks at last, calling Daniel a man greatly beloved and commanding him to understand the words and stand upright, for he has been sent precisely to Daniel. At the word, Daniel rises, though still trembling.
To be called greatly beloved is the heart of this verse. Before any message is delivered, Daniel is assured of heaven's affection for him. God names His servant beloved before He asks anything of him. The same tenderness reaches every believer in Christ, in whom we are made the beloved of God. Knowing we are loved is what enables us to stand and listen, even while we still tremble.
Daniel 10:11 in the Original Language
chamudoth (חֲמֻדוֹת), 'greatly beloved' -- precious, treasured, the object of deep delight and longing.
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What does Daniel 10:11 mean?
The messenger calls Daniel greatly beloved, tells him to stand and listen, and Daniel rises trembling.