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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

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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