Daniel 2:46, commentary and pictures

Nebuchadnezzar had forgotten his dream yet demanded on pain of death that the magicians, astrologers, sorcerers and Chaldeans tell both the dream and its interpretation. The wise men confessed in terror that no man on earth could show the matter, and that only gods whose dwelling is not with flesh could do it. Daniel asked the king for time and then joined Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah in seeking the mercies of the God of heaven concerning the secret. God revealed the secret to Daniel in a night vision, with the Spirit resting on Daniel and his fellows. Daniel then brought the dream fresh to the king's mind and gave its interpretation showing the remarkable events to transpire in prophetic history.

After Daniel explained the dream that God had given the king and revealed, Nebuchadnezzar responded with humility and awe, falling upon his face before Daniel and worshiping him. He commanded that an oblation and sweet odors be offered unto him. His response led into his recognition and declaration that Daniel's God is supreme over other gods and kings, ruler over kings, and revealer of secrets. The king's response led to Daniel's promotion and the appointment of his companions to positions of authority, while Daniel recognized that the honor belonged to God, whose kingdom stands above earthly rulers and kingdoms.

The account belongs to the events that revealed the power and faithfulness of the God of Israel to an idolatrous nation. The prophecy of Daniel 2 in which it stands has been fulfilled with wonderful exactness as seen in the record of ancient history. This exact fulfillment testifies to the inspiration of the Scriptures, anchoring faith amid rationalism and skepticism and leading to positive faith through studying the Bible for clearer light.