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Daniel 5:31 · KJV

"And Darius the Median took the kingdom, being about threescore and two years old."

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Passage Context

29Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
30In that night was Belshazzar the king of the Chaldeans slain.
31And Darius the Median took the kingdom, being about threescore and two years old.

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Reflection Questions

1

How does the change of leadership affect your view on authority?

2

What does Darius' age at ascension mean for you in terms of experience?

3

When have you experienced a significant change in leadership?

Life Application

leadership

Consider how you can lead with wisdom regardless of age.

change

Reflect on how you adapt to changes in authority.

People in This Verse

Darius the MedianOT

Darius was a ruler of the Medes who took over Babylon. His reign is noted for the establishment of laws that were unchangeable, reflecting the culture of the Medes and Persians.

First appearance: Daniel 5:31

Places in This Verse

Babylon(Babylon, Iraq today)

Babylon was a major city of ancient Mesopotamia, known for its impressive architecture and as a center of culture and power.

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