Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Daniel 2:20
Daniel answered and said - The word “answer,” in the Scriptures, often occurs substantially in the sense of “speak” or “say.” It does not always denote a reply to something that has been said by another, as it does with us, but is often used when a speech is commenced, as if one were replying to something that “might” be said in the case, or as meaning that the circumstances in the case gave rise to the remark. Here the meaning is, that Daniel responded, as it were, to the goodness which God... read more
The Pulpit Commentary - Daniel 2:23
Special blessing demands special praise. The state of mind which generates fervent prayer generates also joyous praise. Success in prayer is a fitting occasion for exuberant delight: 1 . The basis of sacred praise is gratitude. "I thank and praise thee." Inward insensibility of feeling and forgetfulness of past favours are deadly enemies to praise. When gratitude opens the inner fountains of feeling, the crystal waters of praise freely flow. Thankfulness is the parent of song. 2 ... read more