The Complete Story The Book of Daniel Chapter 6 Like You've Never Seen It Before

Daniel was a high-ranking official in the kingdom of King Darius of Persia. His wisdom and integrity made him favored by the king, but his jealous rivals sought to destroy him. Knowing Daniel was faithful to his God, they tricked the king into signing a decree that forbade praying to any god or man except the king for 30 days. Despite the law, Daniel continued to pray to God three times a day. His enemies reported him, and King Darius, though reluctant, was forced to enforce the decree. Daniel was thrown into the den of hungry lions, but God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths, keeping him unharmed. Daniel in the lions' den Bible story of Daniel King Darius and Daniel God saves Daniel Daniel 6 summary Old Testament miracles Faith in God Biblical courage Angel shuts lions' mouths Lessons from Daniel The next morning, Darius rushed to the den and was overjoyed to find Daniel alive. The king then punished Daniel's accusers by throwing them into the lions' den, where they were immediately devoured. Darius then issued a decree honoring the God of Daniel throughout his kingdom.