Definitions

1. noun

A Hebrew man of the tribe of Judah, who was one of the three Hebrew youths thrown into a fiery furnace and miraculously delivered (Daniel 1:6-7, 20; 2:13, 14, 27, 28, 29, 30, 47; 4:8-18, 19; 5:12; 6:10, 13, 14, 16, 20, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27)

“The story of Daniel in the lion’s den has been a source of inspiration for many Christians.”

2. proper noun

A male given name, often shortened to Dan, frequently given in honor of the biblical prophet

“Daniel was a popular name among Jewish parents in the 19th century.”

3. verb

To interpret or explain something in a prophetic or symbolic way, especially using the biblical book of Daniel as an inspiration

“The preacher’s homily was able to daniel the complex biblical passage in a way that resonated with the audience.”

4. verb

To prophesy or foretell the future, especially in a mysterious or obscure manner

“The fortune teller claimed she could daniel the client’s future, but the client was skeptical.”