Verse 3
preferred . . . the king thought . Showing that Daniel was well known to Astyages, and appreciated.
an excellent spirit . Referring to the affectionate regard in which Astyages held Daniel after many years of faithful service.
spirit . Hebrew. ruach. App-9 .
thought = purposed. Chaldee. 'ashith. Occurs only here (426 B. C), Daniel being eighty-seven.
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