Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version with three administrators over them, one of whom was Daniel. The satraps were made accountable to them so that the king might not suffer loss. New Living Translation The king also chose Daniel and two others as administrators to supervise the high officers and protect the king’s interests. English Standard Version and over them three high officials, of whom Daniel was one, to whom these satraps should give account, so that the king might suffer no loss. Berean Standard Bible and over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. Berean Literal Bible and over them three administrators, of whom Daniel was one, that these satraps should be giving an account of themselves, so that the king should not be suffering loss. King James Bible And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should have no damage. New King James Version and over these, three governors, of whom Daniel was one, that the satraps might give account to them, so that the king would suffer no loss. New American Standard Bible and over them, three commissioners (of whom Daniel was one), so that these satraps would be accountable to them, and that the king would not suffer loss. NASB 1995 and over them three commissioners (of whom Daniel was one), that these satraps might be accountable to them, and that the king might not suffer loss. NASB 1977 and over them three commissioners (of whom Daniel was one), that these satraps might be accountable to them, and that the king might not suffer loss. Legacy Standard Bible and over them three commissioners (of whom Daniel was one), that these satraps might be accountable to them, and that the king might not suffer loss. Amplified Bible and over them three chief commissioners (of whom Daniel was one), that these satraps might be accountable to them, so that the king would have no loss [from disloyalty or mismanagement]. Berean Annotated Bible and over them three administrators, including Daniel (God is my judge), to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. Christian Standard Bible and over them three administrators, including Daniel. These satraps would be accountable to them so that the king would not be defrauded. Holman Christian Standard Bible and over them three administrators, including Daniel. These satraps would be accountable to them so that the king would not be defrauded. American Standard Version and over them three presidents, of whom Daniel was one; that these satraps might give account unto them, and that the king should have no damage. Contemporary English Version In order to make sure that his government was run properly, Darius put three other officials in charge of the governors. One of these officials was Daniel. English Revised Version and over them three presidents, of whom Daniel was one; that these satraps might give account unto them, and that the king should have no damage. GOD'S WORD® Translation Over these satraps were three officials. Daniel was one of these officials. The satraps were to report to these three officials so that the king wouldn't be cheated. Good News Translation In addition, he chose Daniel and two others to supervise the governors and to look after the king's interests. International Standard Version along with three chief administrators from them, one of which was Daniel. The regional authorities reported to these three administrators, so that the king would experience no losses. NET Bible Over them would be three supervisors, one of whom was Daniel. These satraps were accountable to them, so that the king's interests might not incur damage. New Heart English Bible and over them three administrators, of whom Daniel was one; that these satraps might give account to them, and that the king might not suffer loss. Webster's Bible Translation And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts to them, and the king should have no damage. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard Bibleand over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. World English Bible and over them three presidents, of whom Daniel was one, that these local governors might give account to them, and that the king should suffer no loss. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionand three presidents higher than they, of whom Daniel [is] first, that these satraps may give to them an account, and the king have no loss. Berean Literal Bible and over them three administrators, of whom Daniel was one, that these satraps should be giving an account of themselves, so that the king should not be suffering loss. Young's Literal Translation and higher than they three presidents, of whom Daniel is first, that these satraps may give to them an account, and the king have no loss. Smith's Literal Translation And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was one: that to them the satraps giving to them account, and the king not for him detriment. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd three princes over them, of whom Daniel was one: that the governors might give an account to them, and the king might have no trouble. Catholic Public Domain Version And over these, three leaders, of whom Daniel was one, so that the governors would be accountable to them and the king would have no trouble. New American Bible These were accountable to three ministers, one of whom was Daniel; the satraps reported to them, so that the king should suffer no loss. New Revised Standard Version and over them three presidents, including Daniel; to these the satraps gave account, so that the king might suffer no loss. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleAnd over them three presidents, of whom Daniel was one, that the generals might give account to them, so that they might not trouble the king. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated And the three had authority higher than they, and Daniel was one of them, so that the Generals of the Army would be giving an account to them, and they would not be annoying the King OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917and over them three presidents, of whom Daniel was one; that these satraps might give account unto them, and that the king should have no damage. Brenton Septuagint Translation and over them three governors, of whom one was, Daniel; for the satraps to give account to them, that the king should not be troubled. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context The Plot Against Daniel1Now it pleased Darius to appoint 120 satraps to rule throughout the kingdom, 2and over them three administrators, including Daniel, to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss. 3Soon, by his extraordinary spirit, Daniel distinguished himself among the administrators and satraps. So the king planned to set him over the whole kingdom.… Cross References and over them three administrators, Exodus 18:21-22 Furthermore, select capable men from among the people—God-fearing, trustworthy men who are averse to dishonest gain. Appoint them over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. / Have these men judge the people at all times. Then they can bring you any major issue, but all minor cases they can judge on their own, so that your load may be lightened as they share it with you. Deuteronomy 1:13-17 Choose for yourselves wise, understanding, and respected men from each of your tribes, and I will appoint them as your leaders.” / And you answered me and said, “What you propose to do is good.” / So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes. … Numbers 11:16-17 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Bring Me seventy of the elders of Israel known to you as leaders and officers of the people. Bring them to the Tent of Meeting and have them stand there with you. / And I will come down and speak with you there, and I will take some of the Spirit that is on you and put that Spirit on them. They will help you bear the burden of the people, so that you do not have to bear it by yourself. including Daniel, Daniel 2:48 Then the king promoted Daniel and gave him many generous gifts. He made him ruler over the entire province of Babylon and chief administrator over all the wise men of Babylon. Daniel 5:12 did this because Daniel, the one he named Belteshazzar, was found to have an extraordinary spirit, as well as knowledge, understanding, and the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles, and solve difficult problems. Summon Daniel, therefore, and he will give you the interpretation.” Daniel 5:29 Then Belshazzar gave the command, and they clothed Daniel in purple, placed a gold chain around his neck, and proclaimed him the third highest ruler in the kingdom. to whom these satraps were accountable Exodus 18:25-26 So Moses chose capable men from all Israel and made them heads over the people as leaders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens. / And they judged the people at all times; they would bring the difficult cases to Moses, but any minor issue they would judge themselves. Deuteronomy 1:15-17 So I took the leaders of your tribes, wise and respected men, and appointed them as leaders over you—as commanders of thousands, of hundreds, of fifties, and of tens, and as officers for your tribes. / At that time I charged your judges: “Hear the disputes between your brothers, and judge fairly between a man and his brother or a foreign resident. / Show no partiality in judging; hear both small and great alike. Do not be intimidated by anyone, for judgment belongs to God. And bring to me any case too difficult for you, and I will hear it.” 2 Chronicles 19:5-7 He appointed judges in the land, in each of the fortified cities of Judah. / Then he said to the judges, “Consider carefully what you do, for you are not judging for man, but for the LORD, who is with you when you render judgment. / And now, may the fear of the LORD be upon you. Be careful what you do, for with the LORD our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” so that the king would not suffer loss. Ezra 4:13 Let it now be known to the king that if that city is rebuilt and its walls are restored, they will not pay tribute, duty, or toll, and the royal treasury will suffer. Ezra 4:22 See that you do not neglect this matter. Why allow this threat to increase and the royal interests to suffer? Esther 10:3 For Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Xerxes, preeminent among the Jews and highly favored by his many kinsmen, seeking the good of his people and speaking peace to all his countrymen. Genesis 41:40-41 You shall be in charge of my house, and all my people are to obey your commands. Only with regard to the throne will I be greater than you.” / Pharaoh also told Joseph, “I hereby place you over all the land of Egypt.” 1 Kings 4:5-6 Azariah son of Nathan was in charge of the governors; Zabud son of Nathan was a priest and adviser to the king; / Ahishar was in charge of the palace; and Adoniram son of Abda was in charge of the forced labor. Nehemiah 7:2 Then I put my brother Hanani in charge of Jerusalem, along with Hananiah the commander of the fortress, because he was a faithful man who feared God more than most. 1 Chronicles 26:29 From the Izharites, Chenaniah and his sons had the outside duties as officers and judges over Israel. Treasury of Scripture And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts to them, and the king should have no damage. of. Daniel 2:48,49 Then the king made Daniel a great man, and gave him many great gifts, and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the governors over all the wise men of Babylon… Daniel 5:16,29 And I have heard of thee, that thou canst make interpretations, and dissolve doubts: now if thou canst read the writing, and make known to me the interpretation thereof, thou shalt be clothed with scarlet, and have a chain of gold about thy neck, and shalt be the third ruler in the kingdom… 1 Samuel 2:30 Wherefore the LORD God of Israel saith, I said indeed that thy house, and the house of thy father, should walk before me for ever: but now the LORD saith, Be it far from me; for them that honour me I will honour, and they that despise me shall be lightly esteemed. that. Matthew 18:23 Therefore is the kingdom of heaven likened unto a certain king, which would take account of his servants. Luke 16:2 And he called him, and said unto him, How is it that I hear this of thee? give an account of thy stewardship; for thou mayest be no longer steward. and the. Ezra 4:22 Take heed now that ye fail not to do this: why should damage grow to the hurt of the kings? Esther 7:4 For we are sold, I and my people, to be destroyed, to be slain, and to perish. But if we had been sold for bondmen and bondwomen, I had held my tongue, although the enemy could not countervail the king's damage. Proverbs 26:6 He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage. Jump to Previous Account Accountable Accounts Administrators Captains Chief Commissioners Damage Daniel First Higher Loss Presidents Princes Responsible rs Rulers Satraps Suffer Three UndergoJump to Next Account Accountable Accounts Administrators Captains Chief Commissioners Damage Daniel First Higher Loss Presidents Princes Responsible rs Rulers Satraps Suffer Three UndergoDaniel 6 1. Daniel is made chief of the presidents.4. They, conspiring against him, obtain an idolatrous decree. 10. Daniel, accused of the breach thereof, is cast into the lion's den. 18. Daniel is saved; 24. his adversaries devoured; 25. and God magnified by a decree. and over them three administrators In the governance structure of the Medo-Persian Empire, the king appointed high-ranking officials to oversee various regions and ensure efficient administration. The term "administrators" indicates a level of authority and responsibility. This system reflects the hierarchical nature of ancient empires, where power was delegated to maintain control over vast territories. The number three may symbolize completeness or stability, a common theme in biblical numerology. including Daniel to whom these satraps were accountable so that the king would not suffer loss Persons / Places / Events 1. DanielA Jewish exile in Babylon, known for his wisdom and faithfulness to God. He was appointed as one of the three administrators over the kingdom. 2. Administrators Three high-ranking officials, including Daniel, appointed to oversee the satraps and ensure the king's interests were protected. 3. Satraps Regional governors in the Persian Empire responsible for maintaining order and collecting taxes. They were accountable to the administrators. 4. King Darius The ruler of the Medo-Persian Empire at this time, who appointed Daniel and the other administrators to prevent loss in his kingdom. 5. Babylon The location of the events, a significant city in the ancient world and the center of the Babylonian and later the Medo-Persian Empire. Teaching Points Faithfulness in ExileDaniel's appointment as an administrator demonstrates the importance of remaining faithful to God, even in challenging circumstances. Believers are called to maintain integrity and excellence in their work, regardless of their environment. God's Sovereignty The appointment of Daniel shows God's control over political affairs. Christians can trust that God is at work in the leadership and governance of nations. Accountability and Stewardship The structure of accountability among the satraps and administrators highlights the biblical principle of stewardship. Believers are to be responsible and trustworthy in their roles, ensuring that they do not cause loss to those they serve. Influence through Integrity Daniel's life exemplifies how integrity and godly character can lead to positions of influence. Christians are encouraged to let their light shine before others, impacting their communities positively. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Daniel 6:2?2. How does Daniel 6:2 illustrate the importance of accountability in leadership roles? 3. What qualities made Daniel "distinguished" among the satraps and administrators? 4. How can we apply Daniel's example of integrity in our daily work? 5. Connect Daniel 6:2 to Proverbs 22:29 regarding diligence and excellence. 6. How does Daniel's faithfulness inspire us to serve God in secular environments? 7. How does Daniel 6:2 reflect God's sovereignty over earthly kingdoms and rulers? 8. What does Daniel 6:2 reveal about the role of leadership and accountability in governance? 9. How does the appointment of satraps in Daniel 6:2 relate to historical governance structures? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Daniel 6? 11. Who were the satraps in the Book of Daniel? 12. Where was Daniel during his friends' furnace ordeal? 13. How does the account in Daniel 6 reconcile with other biblical or historical narratives about the transition of power from Babylon to Persia? 14. Why is Daniel, a prominent figure in the king's court, conspicuously absent in the events of Daniel 3? What Does Daniel 6:2 Mean Over Them“and over them…” • Darius the Mede has just appointed 120 satraps (v. 1). Over those officials he sets a second, smaller tier of leadership. • Scripture often shows God working through orderly structures of authority—see Exodus 18:21 where Moses chooses capable men to serve as leaders over thousands, hundreds, fifties, and tens. • Good order protects against chaos and corruption (cf. 1 Corinthians 14:40). Three Administrators “…three administrators…” • A triad of overseers ensures checks and balances. With three, no single man can dominate, yet decisions can still be made efficiently (cf. Ecclesiastes 4:12). • The principle that “in an abundance of counselors there is safety” (Proverbs 11:14) is on display. • This structure mirrors Joseph’s rise in Egypt (Genesis 41:39-41) and foreshadows the New Testament pattern of multiple elders in a church (Acts 14:23). Including Daniel “…including Daniel…” • Despite regime change—from Babylonian to Median rule—Daniel’s integrity secures his place (Daniel 5:30-6:1). God honors faithfulness regardless of shifting political winds (Psalm 75:6-7). • Daniel’s record: – Refused defilement (Daniel 1:8) – Served with “an extraordinary spirit” (Daniel 5:12) – Gave God glory in public (Daniel 2:28, 4:34-37) • His consistent life makes him indispensable, illustrating 1 Samuel 2:30: “Those who honor Me I will honor.” To Whom These Satraps Were Accountable “…to whom these satraps were accountable…” • Accountability lines are clear: satraps report to administrators, administrators to the king. • Proper oversight curbs temptation (cf. 2 Chronicles 19:5-7, where Jehoshaphat appoints judges and warns them to judge faithfully). • Believers today benefit from similar accountability—Galatians 6:1-2 calls us to bear one another’s burdens and restore each other gently. So That the King Would Not Suffer Loss “…so that the king would not suffer loss.” • The goal is protection of the realm’s resources—taxes, tribute, and public peace. • Leaders who fear God and act justly preserve prosperity; negligence drains it (Proverbs 29:2, 4). • Spiritually, God appoints stewards in His church “so that there will be no loss” of truth or people (John 6:39; Acts 20:28-30). • Daniel’s presence guarantees honesty; the later conspiracy of jealous officials (Daniel 6:4-5) confirms his unique trustworthiness. summary Daniel 6:2 shows God’s hand shaping a wise governmental structure: • 120 local officials answer to three seasoned administrators. • Daniel, a proven servant of the Most High, stands out among them. • Clear accountability safeguards the king’s interests and the people’s welfare. The verse reminds us that integrity, order, and vigilance are God-honoring tools for preserving both earthly and eternal treasures. (2) Three presidents.--See Note on Daniel 5:7. If there had been a triumvirate in Babylon, Darius continued the form of government which he found already existing, and retained Daniel in the official post to which he had been promoted by Belshazzar.Hebrew and overוְעֵ֤לָּא (wə·‘êl·lā) Conjunctive waw | Adverb Strong's 5924: Above them three תְּלָתָ֔א (tə·lā·ṯā) Number - masculine singular Strong's 8532: Three, third administrators, סָרְכִ֣ין (sā·rə·ḵîn) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 5632: Chief, overseer including Daniel, דָנִיֵּ֖אל (ḏā·nî·yêl) Noun - proper - masculine singular Strong's 1841: Daniel -- 'God is my judge', an Israelite leader in Babylon to whom לְהוֹן֙ (lə·hō·wn) Preposition | third person masculine plural Strong's Hebrew these אִלֵּ֗ין (’il·lên) Pronoun - common plural Strong's 459: These satraps אֲחַשְׁדַּרְפְּנַיָּ֣א (’ă·ḥaš·dar·pə·nay·yā) Noun - masculine plural determinate Strong's 324: A satrap, governor, of a, main province were accountable טַעְמָ֔א (ṭa‘·mā) Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 2941: Account, to be commanded, commandment, matter so that the king וּמַלְכָּ֖א (ū·mal·kā) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular determinate Strong's 4430: A king would not לָֽא־ (lā-) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3809: Not, no suffer loss. נָזִֽק׃ (nā·ziq) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 5142: To suffer injury Links Daniel 6:2 NIVDaniel 6:2 NLT Daniel 6:2 ESV Daniel 6:2 NASB Daniel 6:2 KJV Daniel 6:2 BibleApps.com Daniel 6:2 Biblia Paralela Daniel 6:2 Chinese Bible Daniel 6:2 French Bible Daniel 6:2 Catholic Bible OT Prophets: Daniel 6:2 And over them three presidents of whom (Dan. 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