I. In this chapter we have a solemn and instructive warning against pride and vain-glory.
II. A sad illustration of the proverb that pride goeth before a fall.
III. A beautiful illustration of fidelity in the proclamation of God's truth.
IV. A loud call to thank God for the continuance of our reason.
V. A reminder that the Most High ruleth in the kingdoms of men.
W. M. Taylor, Daniel the Beloved,p. 77.
References: 4 R. Payne-Smith, Homiletic Magazine,vol. ix., p. 171; J. G. Murphy, The Book of Daniel,p. 105.Daniel 5:1. G. T. Coster, Christian World Pulpit,vol. xviii., p. 132.Daniel 5:1-4. Clergyman's Magazine,vol. xvii., p. 163.