Daniel 1:18
New International Version
At the end of the time set by the king to bring them into his service, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

New Living Translation
When the training period ordered by the king was completed, the chief of staff brought all the young men to King Nebuchadnezzar.

English Standard Version
At the end of the time, when the king had commanded that they should be brought in, the chief of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Berean Standard Bible
Now at the end of the time specified by the king, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

King James Bible
Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

New King James Version
Now at the end of the days, when the king had said that they should be brought in, the chief of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

New American Standard Bible
Then at the end of the days which the king had specified for presenting them, the commander of the officials presented them before Nebuchadnezzar.

NASB 1995
Then at the end of the days which the king had specified for presenting them, the commander of the officials presented them before Nebuchadnezzar.

NASB 1977
Then at the end of the days which the king had specified for presenting them, the commander of the officials presented them before Nebuchadnezzar.

Legacy Standard Bible
Then at the end of the days which the king had spoken of for bringing them in, the commander of the officials brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Amplified Bible
At the end of the time set by the king to bring all the young men in [before him], the commander of the officials presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

Christian Standard Bible
At the end of the time that the king had said to present them, the chief eunuch presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
At the end of the time that the king had said to present them, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

American Standard Version
And at the end of the days which the king had appointed for bringing them in, the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Contemporary English Version
At the end of the three-year period set by King Nebuchadnezzar, his chief palace official brought all the young men to him.

English Revised Version
And at the end of the days which the king had appointed for bringing them in, the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
At the end of the three-year training period, the chief-of-staff brought all the young men to Nebuchadnezzar.

Good News Translation
At the end of the three years set by the king, Ashpenaz took all the young men to Nebuchadnezzar.

International Standard Version
Then at the end of the training period that the king had established, the chief officer brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Majority Standard Bible
Now at the end of the time specified by the king, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar.

NET Bible
When the time appointed by the king arrived, the overseer of the court officials brought them into Nebuchadnezzar's presence.

New Heart English Bible
At the end of the days which the king had appointed for bringing them in, the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Webster's Bible Translation
Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

World English Bible
At the end of the days which the king had appointed for bringing them in, the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
And at the end of the days that the king had said to bring them in, the chief of the eunuchs brings them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Young's Literal Translation
And at the end of the days that the king had said to bring them in, bring them in doth the chief of the eunuchs before Nebuchadnezzar.

Smith's Literal Translation
And from the end of the days when the king said to bring them in, and the chief of the eunuchs will bring them in before Nebuchadnezzar.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
And when the days were ended, after which the king had ordered they should be brought in: the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nabuchodonosor.

Catholic Public Domain Version
And when the time was completed, after which the king had said that they would be brought in, the chief of the eunuchs brought them in before the sight of Nebuchadnezzar.

New American Bible
At the end of the time the king had specified for their preparation, the chief chamberlain brought them before Nebuchadnezzar.

New Revised Standard Version
At the end of the time that the king had set for them to be brought in, the palace master brought them into the presence of Nebuchadnezzar,
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Now when the days that the king had commanded were over, the chief of the eunuchs brought them in before King Nebuchadnezzar.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
And after the days that the King had commanded were ended, the High Eunuch brought them before Nebukadnetsar the King
OT Translations
JPS Tanakh 1917
And at the end of the days which the king had appointed for bringing them in, the chief of the officers brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

Brenton Septuagint Translation
And at the end of the days, after which the king had given orders to bring them in, then the chief of the eunuchs brought them in before Nabuchodonosor.

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Context
Daniel's Wisdom
17To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom. And Daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams. 18Now at the end of the time specified by the king, the chief official presented them to Nebuchadnezzar. 19And the king spoke with them, and among all the young men he found no one equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. So they entered the king’s service.…

Cross References
Genesis 41:14-16
So Pharaoh sent for Joseph, who was quickly brought out of the dungeon. After he had shaved and changed his clothes, he went in before Pharaoh. / Pharaoh said to Joseph, “I had a dream, and no one can interpret it. But I have heard it said of you that when you hear a dream you can interpret it.” / “I myself cannot do it,” Joseph replied, “but God will give Pharaoh a sound answer.”

1 Kings 10:1-3
Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon concerning the name of the LORD, she came to test him with difficult questions. / She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in great abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke to him all that was on her mind. / And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for the king to explain.

Esther 2:16-18
She was taken to King Xerxes in the royal palace in the tenth month, the month of Tebeth, in the seventh year of his reign. / And the king loved Esther more than all the other women, and she found grace and favor in his sight more than all of the other virgins. So he placed the royal crown upon her head and made her queen in place of Vashti. / Then the king held a great banquet, Esther’s banquet, for all his officials and servants. He proclaimed a tax holiday in the provinces and gave gifts worthy of the king’s bounty.

1 Samuel 16:22-23
Then Saul sent word to Jesse, saying, “Let David remain in my service, for I am pleased with him.” / And whenever the spirit from God came upon Saul, David would pick up his harp and play. Then Saul would find relief and feel better, and the spirit of distress would depart from him.

1 Kings 4:29-34
And God gave Solomon wisdom, exceedingly deep insight, and understanding beyond measure, like the sand on the seashore. / Solomon’s wisdom was greater than that of all the men of the East, greater than all the wisdom of Egypt. / He was wiser than all men—wiser than Ethan the Ezrahite, and wiser than Heman, Calcol, and Darda, the sons of Mahol. And his fame spread throughout the surrounding nations. ...

1 Kings 3:28
When all Israel heard of the judgment the king had given, they stood in awe of him, for they saw that the wisdom of God was in him to administer justice.

2 Chronicles 9:1-2
Now when the queen of Sheba heard about the fame of Solomon, she came to test him with difficult questions. She arrived in Jerusalem with a very large caravan—with camels bearing spices, gold in abundance, and precious stones. And she came to Solomon and spoke with him about all that was on her mind. / And Solomon answered all her questions; nothing was too difficult for him to explain.

Proverbs 22:29
Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will be stationed in the presence of kings; he will not stand before obscure men.

1 Samuel 18:14-16
and he continued to prosper in all his ways, because the LORD was with him. / When Saul saw that David was very successful, he was afraid of him. / But all Israel and Judah loved David, because he was leading them out to battle and back.

1 Kings 3:12-13
behold, I will do what you have asked. I will give you a wise and discerning heart, so that there will never have been another like you, nor will there ever be. / Moreover, I will give you what you did not request—both riches and honor—so that during all your days no man in any kingdom will be your equal.

Acts 6:3-5
Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them / and will devote ourselves to prayer and to the ministry of the word.” / This proposal pleased the whole group. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, as well as Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas from Antioch, a convert to Judaism.

Acts 7:10
and rescued him from all his troubles. He granted Joseph favor and wisdom in the sight of Pharaoh king of Egypt, who appointed him ruler over Egypt and all his household.

Matthew 10:18-20
On My account you will be brought before governors and kings as witnesses to them and to the Gentiles. / But when they hand you over, do not worry about how to respond or what to say. In that hour you will be given what to say. / For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.

Luke 21:15
For I will give you speech and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict.

Acts 1:24-26
And they prayed, “Lord, You know everyone’s heart. Show us which of these two You have chosen / to take up this ministry and apostleship, which Judas abandoned to go to his rightful place.” / Then they cast lots, and the lot fell to Matthias. So he was added to the eleven apostles.


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Daniel 1
1. Jehoiakim's captivity.
3. Ashpenaz takes Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah.
8. They refusing the king's portion do prosper with pulse and water.
17. Their proficiency in wisdom.














At the end of the time
This phrase refers to the completion of a specific period designated for training and preparation. Historically, this was a three-year period (Daniel 1:5) during which Daniel and his companions were to be educated in the literature and language of the Babylonians. The Hebrew word for "time" here is "zeman," which indicates a fixed or appointed period. This reflects God's sovereignty over time and events, emphasizing that all things occur within His divine timetable.

set by the king
The king in question is Nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of Babylon. His authority to set this time underscores the absolute power he wielded over his subjects, including the exiled Israelites. This phrase highlights the earthly authority of kings, yet it also serves as a reminder that even the most powerful earthly rulers are subject to God's ultimate authority. The Hebrew root "qum," meaning to establish or set, suggests a deliberate and authoritative action by the king.

to bring them in
This phrase indicates the transition from preparation to presentation. The Hebrew verb "bo" means to come or bring, suggesting an entrance into a new phase of life or responsibility. For Daniel and his friends, this was a moment of testing and revelation, where their faithfulness to God would be evaluated against the standards of a pagan court. It symbolizes the believer's journey from preparation to divine purpose.

the chief official
The chief official, or "sar," was Ashpenaz, who was responsible for overseeing the young men selected for the king's service. His role was crucial in the development and presentation of these young men. This highlights the importance of leadership and mentorship in the lives of believers, as well as the influence of those in authority over us. The Hebrew term "sar" often denotes a prince or leader, indicating a position of significant responsibility.

presented them
The act of presenting is significant, as it implies a formal introduction or offering. The Hebrew word "amad" means to stand or present, suggesting a posture of readiness and accountability. This moment was a culmination of their faithfulness and God's favor, as Daniel and his friends stood before the king, ready to be evaluated. It serves as a metaphor for the believer's presentation before God, where faithfulness and integrity are tested.

to Nebuchadnezzar
Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, was a powerful and influential ruler known for his conquests and the grandeur of his empire. His name, derived from the Akkadian "Nabu-kudurri-usur," means "Nabu, protect my boundary." This highlights the king's reliance on his gods for protection and success. In the context of Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar represents the world and its systems, against which the faithfulness of God's people is contrasted. His interactions with Daniel and his friends reveal the power of God to influence and transform even the hearts of kings.

(18) At the end of the days, i.e., the three years specified in Daniel 1:5. Before the conclusion of this time, it appears (Daniel 2:1), Daniel was enabled to give a proof of his wisdom. (See Daniel 2:28.)

Verse 18. - Now at the end of the clays that the king had said he should bring them in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar. The Septuagint Version here is shorter and simpler: "After these days the king commanded to bring them in, and they were brought in by the prince of the eunuchs." The only difference is that הַאֵלֶה (haayleh) is read instead of אֲשֶׁר (asher), and the maqqeph dropped. Theodotion is in close accordance with the Massoretic text. The Peshitta is also simpler than the Massoretic text, though founded on it: "And after the completion of the days which the king had arranged, the chief of the eunuchs brought them before Nebuchadnezzar the king." Both the Massoretic and Peshitta texts represent the prince of the eunuchs bringing the youths before King Nebuchadnezzar when the time had elapsed, without any orders from the king himself. According to the Septuagint, it was the king himself that required them to be presented before him. It seems more like the active-minded king, that he should recall his purpose of examining these youths, and command them to be brought in, than that the prince of the eunuchs should bring them trooping in without warning into the royal presence. Such an examination, whether conducted by the king personally, or in his presence, or under his superintendence, would need to be prepared fur; something equivalent to examination papers, test questions, would have to be arranged, or the presentation before the king would be a farce. All this implies that Nebuchadnezzar himself arranged the time of the appearance of those youths before him. We can scarcely imagine the awe with which those young captives must have looked forward to standing before the terrible conqeueror who had swept the army of Egypt before him, and had overthrown all who ventured to oppose him, who had sent home hosts of captives to throng the slave-markets of Babylon. We are not told whether each separately was brought before Nebuchadnezzar, or whether the whole number of the cadets were presented at once. It is the earliest instance of promotion by competitive examination. The clear, sharp eye of the young conqueror was probably worth more than all the questions prepared. While certainly the words used seem to imply that the hostages were called merely to be examined, the occasion may have been the "dream" narrated in the next chapter.

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Hebrew
Now at the end
וּלְמִקְצָת֙ (ū·lə·miq·ṣāṯ)
Conjunctive waw, Preposition-l, Preposition-m | Noun - feminine singular construct
Strong's 7117: A termination, a portion, after

of the time
הַיָּמִ֔ים (hay·yā·mîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 3117: A day

specified
אָמַ֥ר (’ā·mar)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 559: To utter, say

by the king,
הַמֶּ֖לֶךְ (ham·me·leḵ)
Article | Noun - masculine singular
Strong's 4428: A king

the chief
שַׂ֣ר (śar)
Noun - masculine singular construct
Strong's 8269: Chieftain, chief, ruler, official, captain, prince

official
הַסָּרִיסִ֔ים (has·sā·rî·sîm)
Article | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 5631: A eunuch, valet, a minister of state

presented
וַיְבִיאֵם֙ (way·ḇî·’êm)
Conjunctive waw | Verb - Hifil - Consecutive imperfect - third person masculine singular | third person masculine plural
Strong's 935: To come in, come, go in, go

them to
לִפְנֵ֖י (lip̄·nê)
Preposition-l | Noun - common plural construct
Strong's 6440: The face

Nebuchadnezzar.
נְבֻכַדְנֶצַּֽר׃ (nə·ḇu·ḵaḏ·neṣ·ṣar)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 5019: Nebuchadnezzar -- 'Nebo, protect the boundary', a Babylonian king


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