John Gills Exposition of the Bible Commentary - Daniel 3:10
Thou, O king, hast made a decree ,.... According to his own mind and will, and which he had published as such to his subjects: that every man ; let him be who he will, high or low, rich or poor, in whatsoever station or condition: that shall hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of music ; such as had been just then blown or played on: shall fall down and worship the golden image ; which the king had ordered to be made and set... read more
Matthew Henry's Complete Commentary - Daniel 3:8-18
It was strange that Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, would be present at this assembly, when, it is likely, they knew for what intent it was called together. Daniel, we may suppose, was absent, either his business calling him away or having leave from the king to withdraw, unless we suppose that he stood so high in the king's favour that none durst complain of him for his noncompliance. But why did not his companions keep out of the way? Surely because they would obey the king's orders as far... read more