Theodoret of Cyrus : By "foliage" he refers to the visible splendor in apparel, throne, palace, warriors bearing shields and javelins, and foot soldiers, and by "fruit" to the tribute offered from all quarters. — COMMENTARY ON Daniel 4:12 Theodoret of Cyrus : Barbarians lived a wild life, whereas more reasonable and civilized people, rapid and uplifted in their thinking, continued to pass their life under his authority. — COMMENTARY ON Daniel 4:12