daniel

• Nom propre désignant un prénom masculin d'origine hébraïque, associé au prophète biblique connu pour sa sagesse et sa protection divine dans la fosse aux lions.

A proper noun referring to a male given name of Hebrew origin, also associated with a biblical prophet known for his wisdom and divine protection in a lions' den.

indénombrable · nom propre

1. Biblical figureB2formal

   A prophet from the Old Testament who was taken to Babylon and protected by God in a den of lions.

   Daniel (prophète)

   • Daniel was thrown into the lions' den for his faith.
   • The story of Daniel is found in the Book of Daniel.
   • Daniel's unwavering faith inspired many generations.

2. Wise judgeC1formal

   A person known for wisdom and upright judgment, as referenced in Shakespeare.

   Juge sage

   • He acted as a Daniel in the courtroom, delivering a fair verdict.
   • The community respected him as a Daniel for his wise decisions.
   • Shakespeare wrote of a Daniel come to judgment.

   Synonymesadjudicatorarbitersagesolomon

3. Book of the BibleB2formal

   The Old Testament book containing the prophecies and experiences of Daniel.

   Livre de Daniel

   • The Book of Daniel includes apocalyptic visions.
   • Scholars study the Book of Daniel for its historical context.
   • Daniel is one of the major prophetic books in the Bible.