28. In giving some better traits in Nebuchadnezzar's character, Daniel agrees with Jer 39:11; 42:12.
changed the king's word—have made the king's attempt to coerce into obedience vain. Have set aside his word (so "alter … word," Ezr 6:11) from regard to God. Nebuchadnezzar now admits that God's law should be obeyed, rather than his (Ac 5:29).
yielded … bodies—namely, to the fire.
not serve—by sacrificing.
nor worship—by prostration of the body. Decision for God at last gains the respect even of the worldly (Pr 16:7).