Daniel 1:17

As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.

Cross-reference

Daniel 1:4 Parallel

In Daniel 1:4, the king's selection criteria (skillful, wise) are listed, while 1:17 reveals these gifts came from God.

Daniel 5:12 Parallel

Daniel 5:12 confirms Daniel's God-given ability to interpret dreams and solve problems, echoing the same divine endowment.

Daniel 5:11 Parallel

In Daniel 5:12, Daniel's wisdom in interpreting dreams is highlighted — directly tracing back to God's gift in 1:17.

Daniel 4:9 Parallel

In Daniel 4:9, Nebuchadnezzar acknowledges Daniel's wisdom from God — confirming the gift given in 1:17 was recognized later.

Daniel 2:23 Parallel

Daniel 2:23 has Daniel thanking God for wisdom and might — directly echoing the gift of knowledge in 1:17.

Daniel 2:21 Parallel

Daniel 2:21 affirms God gives wisdom to the wise — same theme as God granting knowledge to Daniel and friends in 1:17.

Daniel 10:1 Parallel

Daniel 10:1 shows Daniel receiving understanding of a vision, continuing the theme of divine insight granted in Daniel 1:17.

Daniel 5:14 Parallel

Daniel 5:14 repeats that Daniel has a spirit of wisdom and understanding, reinforcing the gift described earlier.

In Proverbs 2:6, the Lord gives wisdom, knowledge, and understanding — a direct statement of the same truth seen in Daniel 1:17.

Ezekiel 28:3 references Daniel's legendary wisdom, showing his reputation as the wisest of his time.

In Ecclesiastes 2:26, God gives wisdom, knowledge, and happiness to those who please him — a parallel to His gift to Daniel.

In 2 Chronicles 1:12, God gives Solomon wisdom and knowledge — a direct parallel to giving Daniel understanding and skill.

Acts 6:10 Related theme

In Acts 6:10, Stephen's wisdom from the Spirit cannot be resisted — similar to Daniel's God-given wisdom that impressed officials.

In 1 Kings 4:29-31, God gives Solomon extraordinary wisdom and understanding — a close parallel to God bestowing knowledge and skill on Daniel.

In 1 Kings 3:12, God grants Solomon a wise and discerning heart — a direct parallel to giving Daniel knowledge and understanding.

Genesis 41:8-15 features Joseph interpreting Pharaoh's dreams by God's power, mirroring Daniel's gift of dream interpretation.

Numbers 12:6 establishes that God reveals Himself to prophets through visions and dreams, the same channel given to Daniel.

Acts 7:10 Parallel

In Acts 7:10, God gave Joseph favor and wisdom in Egypt — mirroring how He gave Daniel wisdom among captives.

2 Chronicles 9:23 also highlights Solomon's renowned wisdom, echoing the theme of divine gift seen in Daniel.

Luke 21:15 Related theme

In Luke 21:15, Jesus promises to give His followers wisdom to speak — echoing God's gift of wisdom to Daniel and his friends.

In 2 Chronicles 1:10, Solomon asks God for wisdom — the same kind of gift God later bestows on Daniel.

1 Kings 10:24 describes Solomon's wisdom drawing all nations, similar to Daniel's God-given wisdom though in a different context.

1 Corinthians 12:7-11 lists spiritual gifts like wisdom and knowledge, paralleling the God-given abilities bestowed on Daniel.

In 2 Timothy 2:7, Paul affirms that the Lord gives understanding — the same divine source of wisdom as in Daniel 1:17.

James 1:5 Related theme

In James 1:5, God gives wisdom liberally to those who ask — Daniel's wisdom also came from God's generous giving.

James 3:17 Parallel

In James 3:17, wisdom from above is described — the same heavenly wisdom God gave to Daniel and his friends.

Job 32:8 Related theme

In Job 32:8, Elihu states that understanding comes from God’s Spirit — a general principle exemplified in Daniel 1:17.

James 1:17 Related theme

In James 1:17, every good gift comes from God — Daniel's wisdom is one such good gift from above.