(See the Intro to Daniel here)
28 “But all these things did happen to King Nebuchadnezzar. 29 Twelve months later he was taking a walk on the flat roof of the royal palace in Babylon. 30 As he looked out across the city, he said, ‘Look at this great city of Babylon! By my own mighty power, I have built this beautiful city as my royal residence to display my majestic splendor.’
31 “While these words were still in his mouth, a voice called down from heaven, ‘O King Nebuchadnezzar, this message is for you! You are no longer ruler of this kingdom. 32 You will be driven from human society. You will live in the fields with the wild animals, and you will eat grass like a cow. Seven periods of time will pass while you live this way, until you learn that the Most High rules over the kingdoms of the world and gives them to anyone he chooses.’
33 “That same hour the judgment was fulfilled, and Nebuchadnezzar was driven from human society. He ate grass like a cow, and he was drenched with the dew of heaven. He lived this way until his hair was as long as eagles’ feathers and his nails were like birds’ claws.
Background/Insight:
- The King’s dream comes to fruition 12 months later. This would have given him ample time to repent if he had chosen. Most likely, this time instead gave him a false sense of security.
- At the height of his pride, God’s humbling judgement was made known.
- Read through and reflect on the text again.
- Has self-importance snuck into any areas of your life?
- Spend some time in confession and prayer. Remember how great our God is and how deep our need is for Him.
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