Daniel 10:2 Meaning
In those days I Daniel was mourning three full weeks.
Context Explained
1In the third year of Cyrus king of Persia a thing was revealed unto Daniel, whose name was called Belteshazzar; and the thing was true, but the time appointed was long: and he understood the thing, and had understanding of the vision.
2In those days I Daniel was mourning three full weeks.
3I ate no pleasant bread, neither came flesh nor wine in my mouth, neither did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled.
4And in the four and twentieth day of the first month, as I was by the side of the great river, which is Hiddekel;
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 6:16
Jesus teaches about fasting, which connects to Daniel's period of mourning.
Acts 13:3
The early church also engaged in fasting and prayer, similar to Daniel's practice.
Source: Daniel 10:2