Daniel 9:23 · KJV

"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."

King James Version

Passage Context

²¹Yea, whiles I was speaking in prayer, even the man Gabriel, whom I had seen in the vision at the beginning, being caused to fly swiftly, touched me about the time of the evening oblation.

²²And he informed me, and talked with me, and said, O Daniel, I am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding.

²³At 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.

²⁴Seventy weeks are determined upon thy people and upon thy holy city, to finish the transgression, and to make an end of sins, and to make reconciliation for iniquity, and to bring in everlasting righteousness, and to seal up the vision and prophecy, and to anoint the most Holy.

²⁵Know therefore and understand, that from the going forth of the commandment to restore and to build Jerusalem unto the Messiah the Prince shall be seven weeks, and threescore and two weeks: the street shall be built again, and the wall, even in troublous times.

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Reflection Questions

How do you respond when you feel God has answered your prayers?

What does it mean for you to be 'greatly beloved' by God?

When have you experienced a sense of urgency in your prayers?

Life Application

prayer

Recognize that God values your prayers and responds to them.

identity

Embrace your identity as a beloved child of God and live accordingly.

People in This Verse

DanielOT

A young Hebrew captive known for his wisdom and faithfulness to God. He became a key advisor in the Babylonian court.

First appearance: Daniel 1:6

GabrielBoth

Gabriel is one of the archangels mentioned in the Bible, serving as a messenger of God. He appears in both the Old and New Testaments, delivering important messages to key figures.

First appearance: Daniel 8:16

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Babylon(Iraq today)

Babylon was the capital of the Babylonian Empire and a significant city in ancient Mesopotamia. It was known for its wealth, culture, and the exile of the Jewish people.

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