Monday, June 11, 2012

Daniel


During the Babylonian captivity, there were several young men who caught the attention of King Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel being one of them. These men were singled out to become learned advisers to the king and indeed, Daniel was the only one able to not only know what the king's dream was, but able to give an interpretation. In spite of the favours granted the young men, they refused to bow down to the king and his idols and three of them were thrown into the fiery furnace and later Daniel was thrown to the lions. They were all protected by an angel and went on to greater things. Daniel, later in the book, has vision of his own, prophesies for the immediate future as will as for the end of times.

Impressions: Daniel was "loved of God" and it was very apparent in the way he was taken care of. He was also loyal, true, and faithful as evidenced by his stand in the face of death, to bow down to no other. Being a captive, an exile, and still rising to such heights in the king's service gives testament to his character and wisdom.

Readability: 4 stars

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