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When did Nebuchadnezzar besiege Jerusalem according to Daniel 1:1? Be specific.
The third year of the reign of Jehoiakim, king of Judah
Who was Jehoiakim according to Daniel 1:1?
King of Judah
Who was king of Babylon according to Daniel 1:1?
Nebuchadnezzar
What did Nebuchadnezzar do according to Daniel 1:1?
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Into what did the Lord give Jerusalem according to Daniel 1:2?
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With what did the Lord give Jerusalem into his hand according to Daniel 1:2?
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Where did he carry the articles of the house of God according to Daniel 1:2? Be specific.
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Where did he bring the articles according to Daniel 1:2?
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Who did the king instruct according to Daniel 1:3?
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Who was Ashpenaz according to Daniel 1:3?
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Who did the king ask Ashpenaz to bring according to Daniel 1:3-4? Be specific.
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What did the king appoint for them according to Daniel 1:5?
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Why did the king appoint these things for them according to Daniel 1:5?
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Who were the sons of Judah according to Daniel 1:6?
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Who gave them names according to Daniel 1:6?
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What name was given to Daniel according to Daniel 1:7?
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What name was given to Hananiah according to Daniel 1:7?
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What name was given to Mishael according to Daniel 1:7?
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What name was given to Azariah according to Daniel 1:7?
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Where did Daniel purpose according to Daniel 1:8?
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What did Daniel purpose in his heart according to Daniel 1:8?
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What did he request of the chief of the eunuchs according to Daniel 1:8?
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Where did God bring Daniel according to Daniel 1:9?
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Who did the chief of eunuchs fear according to Daniel 1:10?
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What did my lord, the king appoint according to Daniel 1:10?
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What question did the chief of eunuchs ask Daniel according to Daniel 1:10?
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What would Daniel endanger according to Daniel 1:10? Be specific.
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Who was set over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah according to Daniel 1:11?
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Who set the steward over Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah according to Daniel 1:11?
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What did Daniel ask the steward to do to the servant according to Daniel 1:12?
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How long was the test of the servants according to Daniel 1:12?
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What did Daniel ask the steward to let them eat and drink according to Daniel 1:12?
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What was to be examined according to Daniel 1:13?
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Study Notes
Nebuchadnezzar's Siege of Jerusalem
- Nebuchadnezzar besieged Jerusalem during the third year of Jehoiakim's reign, king of Judah.
- Jehoiakim was the ruler of Judah at the time of the siege.
Babylonian Leaders
- Nebuchadnezzar was the king of Babylon who led the siege against Jerusalem.
- He took control of some articles from the house of God, representing the captured treasures.
Articles of Worship
- The Lord allowed Nebuchadnezzar to take Jerusalem into his hand along with religious articles.
- These articles were carried to the land of Shinar and placed in the house of Nebuchadnezzar's god, indicating the transfer of sacred items to a foreign context.
Instructions for Israelite Youth
- Nebuchadnezzar instructed Ashpenaz, the master of his eunuchs, to select young men from Israel, especially from the king's descendants and nobility.
- Qualities sought in these young men included lack of blemish, wisdom, knowledge, understanding, and potential for service in the palace. They were to learn the language and literature of the Chaldeans.
Royal Provisions and Training
- The king appointed a daily provision of delicacies and wine for the selected youth, along with three years of training to prepare them for serving in the royal court.
- The training aimed to make them suitable for royal service after a specified period.
Daniel and His Friends
- The sons of Judah included Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, who were among those selected by the king.
- The chief of eunuchs assigned new names to the young men: Daniel became Belteshazzar, Hananiah became Shadrach, Mishael became Meshach, and Azariah became Abed-Nego.
Daniel's Conviction
- Daniel resolved in his heart to avoid defilement through the king's delicacies and wine.
- He respectfully requested the chief of eunuchs for permission to abstain from the royal provisions to maintain his faith and purity.
Favor and Concerns
- God granted Daniel favor with the chief of eunuchs, who was apprehensive about Daniel's request due to the king’s orders.
- The chief feared that if Daniel and his friends appeared worse than other young men from the royal provisions, it would endanger his position with the king.
Testing Daniel's Request
- Daniel requested a test period of ten days during which he and his friends would consume only vegetables and water.
- The steward agreed to this test, leading to an examination of their appearance compared to those who consumed the king's food.
Outcomes of the Test
- After the ten days, Daniel and his friends appeared healthier and better nourished than those who ate the king’s delicacies, supporting their choice to abstain.
Conclusion
- Daniel's determination to maintain his dietary restrictions showcases his commitment to his faith and resulted in God's favor, leading to a successful outcome in the king's court.
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Test your knowledge on the key events and figures from Daniel Chapter 1. This quiz focuses on the siege of Jerusalem and the rulers involved. Challenge yourself with specific questions related to the text.
