Daniel 6:3

New Living Translation

Daniel soon proved himself more capable than all the other administrators and high officers. Because of Daniel’s great ability, the king made plans to place him over the entire empire.

Cross References

Ezra 4:22

Be diligent, and don’t neglect this matter, for we must not permit the situation to harm the king’s interests.”

Nehemiah 7:2

I gave the responsibility of governing Jerusalem to my brother Hanani, along with Hananiah, the commander of the fortress, for he was a faithful man who feared God more than most.

Esther 10:3

Mordecai the Jew became the prime minister, with authority next to that of King Xerxes himself. He was very great among the Jews, who held him in high esteem, because he continued to work for the good of his people and to speak up for the welfare of all their descendants.

Proverbs 17:27

A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered.

Proverbs 22:29

Do you see any truly competent workers? They will serve kings rather than working for ordinary people.

Ecclesiastes 2:13

I thought, “Wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.

Daniel 5:12

This man Daniel, whom the king named Belteshazzar, has exceptional ability and is filled with divine knowledge and understanding. He can interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Call for Daniel, and he will tell you what the writing means.”

Daniel 5:14

I have heard that you have the spirit of the gods within you and that you are filled with insight, understanding, and wisdom.

Daniel 5:7

The king shouted for the enchanters, astrologers, and fortune-tellers to be brought before him. He said to these wise men of Babylon, “Whoever can read this writing and tell me what it means will be dressed in purple robes of royal honor and will have a gold chain placed around his neck. He will become the third highest ruler in the kingdom!”

Daniel 9:23

The moment you began praying, a command was given. And now I am here to tell you what it was, for you are very precious to God. Listen carefully so that you can understand the meaning of your vision.