10:7-9
Daniel seems to have been with some other people. The others were aware that something was going on and were overwhelmed with terror, but Daniel was the only one who saw the vision. Indeed, the others were so overwhelmed that they fled. Daniel himself was drained of all strength, and his face turned deadly pale. The messenger spoke, and this sent Daniel into a deep sleep. This was quite some experience for Daniel.
10:10-12
Here we see Daniel being strengthened by God. The prophets were never mere messengers, rather they were chosen by God and involved in a personal relationship with Him. Jeremiah is an excellent example of this. Once again we are told that Daniel is “highly esteemed” (NIV) or “greatly loved” (ESV). NIV actually catches the sense better here. Daniel is told to stand up. The servant of God is to deliver the message with confidence. Not with pride, but with confidence in the Lord from whom the message comes. Daniel is told to not be afraid. Daniel’s words, his prayers, were heard in heaven. Why? He humbled himself and set his mind to gain understanding. Our attitudes and actions matter.
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