Lesson 140: Daniel 6:10
Daniel 6:10
The Blueprint — The Verse
Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before.
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The Context — The History
Daniel served under Darius the Mede after Babylon fell, when Persian law was unchangeable once sealed. Prayer toward Jerusalem expressed exile loyalty and daily rhythm rooted in temple-oriented piety.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Envious officials tricked Darius into outlawing prayer to anyone but the king. Daniel did not hide but continued his disciplined thanksgiving and supplication, knowing the lions' den awaited.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Daniel 6:9
9So King Darius put the decree in writing.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Daniel 6:9) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Daniel 6:11
11Then these men went as a group and found Daniel praying and asking God for help.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Daniel 6:11) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- Why maintain prayer when it becomes illegal or costly?
- What habits keep your face toward 'Jerusalem'?
- How does thanksgiving accompany petition in crisis?