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Daniel 6:18 ยท KJV

"Then the king went to his palace, and passed the night fasting: neither were instruments of musick brought before him: and his sleep went from him."

King James Version

What does Daniel 6:18 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

16Then the king commanded, and they brought Daniel, and cast him into the den of lions. Now the king spake and said unto Daniel, Thy God whom thou servest continually, he will deliver thee.
17And a stone was brought, and laid upon the mouth of the den; and the king sealed it with his own signet, and with the signet of his lords; that the purpose might not be changed concerning Daniel.
18Then the king went to his palace, and passed the night fasting: neither were instruments of musick brought before him: and his sleep went from him.
19Then the king arose very early in the morning, and went in haste unto the den of lions.
20And when he came to the den, he cried with a lamentable voice unto Daniel: and the king spake and said to Daniel, O Daniel, servant of the living God, is thy God, whom thou servest continually, able to deliver thee from the lions?

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you seek comfort in times of distress?

2

What does fasting mean to you in your spiritual journey?

3

When have you felt the need to turn to God during a crisis?

Life Application

spirituality

In times of trouble, turn to prayer and fasting for guidance.

self-care

Find healthy ways to cope with anxiety and stress.

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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

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