It is interesting to see what situations God creates to lead pagans to turn to him. God had gifted Daniel in such a way that he became a high advisor to king Darius. Daniel’s manner and honesty made him very valuable to the king. So when the trap of Daniel’s political opponents fell into place the king was distressed. In 6:16 Darius lifted up a prayer of intersession on behalf of Daniel as the man of God lie on the floor of the lions’ den. And God answered Darius’ prayer by delivering Daniel from the den of the Lions. I wonder if Daniel slept while the king stayed awake all night? Daniel had slept before when king Nebuchadnezzar had called for his execution (2:19). Darius’ song of praise to God (6:26-27) still speaks of God’s power and love.
It took me about 13 minutes to read this passage.
Stuart
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