Was it Daniel who sealed the book in Daniel 12?

Question

Daniel 12:4 NASB

[4]But as for you, Daniel, conceal these words and seal up the book until the end of time; many will go back and forth, and knowledge will increase."

But in verse 9 it says

Daniel 12:9 NASB

[9]He said, "Go your way, Daniel, for these words are concealed and sealed up until the end time.

In verse 4 it seems like Daniel sealed the book but in verse 9 the narrative changes, So was it Daniel or somebody else who sealed the book?

Answer 1

Daniel followed God's instructions to "seal" or shut up the scroll. That meant that Daniel was not to tell the people what had been shown to him as the time was not yet right. It was still 490 years into their future.

But, in verse 9 the sealing was done by God's instruction and command, and therefore was God's doing. Then, the ultimate responsibility remained with God.