1)

In the dream, the tree was shade for animals. Why did Daniel say that they will live under it?

1.

Malbim: Originally Nebuchadnetzar was shade and refuge for other kings. Afterwards, they entered his Reshus and lived under him.

2)

In the dream, birds lived on the branches. Why did Daniel say "Yishkenan" (they will dwell on them)?

1.

Malbim: Birds are a Mashal for merchants. Shechinah applies to how birds normally dwell. He changed to this expression for Nebuchadnetzar's honor.

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