Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
subdued kingdoms--as David did (2 Samuel 8:1, etc.); so also Gideon subdued Midian (Jdg. 7:1-25).
wrought righteousness--as Samuel did (1 Samuel 8:9; 1Sa. 12:3-23; 1 Samuel 15:33); and David (2 Samuel 8:15).
obtained promises--as "the prophets" (Hebrews 11:32) did; for through them the promises were given (compare Daniel 9:21) [BENGEL]. Rather, "obtained the fulfilment of promises," which had been previously the object of their faith (Joshua 21:45; 1 Kings 8:56). Indeed, Gideon, Barak, etc., also obtained the things which God promised. Not "the promises," which are still future (Hebrews 11:13, Hebrews 11:39).
stopped the mouths of lions--Note the words, "because he believed in his God." Also Samson (Judges 14:6), David (1 Samuel 17:34-37), Benaiah (2 Samuel 23:20).
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
Daniel 6:22
Daniel 6:23
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