Questions and Answers
What was the measurement of the golden image that Nebuchadnezzar set up in the plain of Dura?
Threescore cubits high (90 feet) and six cubits (9 ft) was the breadth.
Who did Nebuchadnezzar call together for the dedication of his image?
The princes, the governors, the captains, the judges, the treasurers, the counselors, the sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces.
What were those commanded to do at the dedication of the great image?
Stand before the great image and a herald gave a command to every people, nation, and languages.
What did Nebuchadnezzar command the people to do when they heard the music?
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What punishment did Nebuchadnezzar say would happen if anyone refused to worship the golden image?
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Who came and accused the Jews when the people worshipped the image?
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Who were the Jews accused by the Chaldeans of not worshipping the image?
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What else did the Chaldeans accuse the three Hebrews of besides not bowing down?
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What was Nebuchadnezzar's reaction when told that the three Hebrew children would not worship his image?
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What did Nebuchadnezzar say would happen if the three Hebrews did not worship when they heard the music?
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What was Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego's response when they were told to worship the golden image?
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How did Nebuchadnezzar command the furnace to be heated for the three Hebrews?
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Who did King Nebuchadnezzar command to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?
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How were the three Hebrew children dressed when they were cast into the fiery furnace?
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What happened to the men that took Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego into the fiery furnace?
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What question did Nebuchadnezzar ask when he rose up with haste, astounded after the three Hebrews were cast into the furnace?
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Study Notes
Golden Image of Nebuchadnezzar
- The golden image erected by Nebuchadnezzar stood 90 feet tall and 9 feet wide, located in the plain of Dura, Babylon.
Dedication of the Image
- Nebuchadnezzar gathered a vast assembly for the image's dedication, including princes, governors, captains, judges, treasurers, counselors, sheriffs, and rulers from all provinces.
Worship Command
- Attendees were commanded to stand before the image as a herald proclaimed the decree to people of every nation and language.
Music and Worship
- On hearing various musical instruments (cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, dulcimer), everyone was to fall down and worship the golden image.
Consequences of Refusal
- Refusal to worship the idol resulted in being thrown into a fiery furnace.
Accusation of the Chaldeans
- Certain Chaldeans accused Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, claiming they disobeyed Nebuchadnezzar's edict to worship the image.
Identity of the Jews
- The three Jews who did not comply with the decree and were accused were Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
Allegations Against the Hebrews
- In addition to refusing to worship, the Chaldeans charged the three with not respecting the king or serving his gods.
Nebuchadnezzar's Fury
- The king reacted with anger upon learning of the Hebrews' disobedience and demanded they be brought before him.
Ultimatum Given
- Nebuchadnezzar warned the three Hebrews that refusal to worship after hearing music would lead them to be cast into the blazing furnace, questioning what god could save them.
Faith of the Hebrews
- Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego expressed unwavering faith, stating their God could deliver them from the fiery furnace, but they would not worship the king's idol regardless of the outcome.
Heating of the Furnace
- Nebuchadnezzar ordered the furnace to be heated seven times hotter than usual for the punishment of the three Jews.
Binding and Casting into Furnace
- The king commanded his most powerful soldiers to bind Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and throw them into the furnace.
Attire of the Hebrews
- The three were bound while still dressed in their cloaks, trousers, turbans, and other garments when cast into the fire.
Fate of the Soldiers
- The mighty men tasked with throwing the Hebrews into the furnace were killed by the flames, while the three fell into the fire.
Nebuchadnezzar's Astonishment
- Upon witnessing the event, Nebuchadnezzar was astonished and questioned his officials about the number of men cast into the fire, confirming they saw three.
Divine Intervention
- The king observed a fourth figure in the fire, described as resembling a divine being, protecting Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego.
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This quiz features flashcards based on Daniel Chapter 3, exploring key events and characters associated with Nebuchadnezzar's golden image. Test your understanding of the chapter and enhance your memory of its details through these informative questions and answers.
