Daniel 6:13 Then they told the king, "Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, shows no regard for you, O king, or for the decree that you have signed. He still makes his petition three times a day."

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New International Version
Then they said to the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, Your Majesty, or to the decree you put in writing. He still prays three times a day.”

New Living Translation
Then they told the king, “That man Daniel, one of the captives from Judah, is ignoring you and your law. He still prays to his God three times a day.”

English Standard Version
Then they answered and said before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or the injunction you have signed, but makes his petition three times a day.”

Berean Standard Bible
Then they told the king, “Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, shows no regard for you, O king, or for the decree that you have signed. He still makes his petition three times a day.”

King James Bible
Then answered they and said before the king, That Daniel, which is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the decree that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day.

New King James Version
So they answered and said before the king, “That Daniel, who is one of the captives from Judah, does not show due regard for you, O king, or for the decree that you have signed, but makes his petition three times a day.”

New American Standard Bible
Then they responded and spoke before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the injunction which you signed, but keeps offering his prayer three times a day.”

NASB 1995
Then they answered and spoke before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the injunction which you signed, but keeps making his petition three times a day.”

NASB 1977
Then they answered and spoke before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the injunction which you signed, but keeps making his petition three times a day.”

Legacy Standard Bible
Then they answered and said before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the injunction which you signed, but keeps seeking to make his petition three times a day.”

Amplified Bible
Then they answered and said before the king, “Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah, does not pay any attention to you, O king, or to the injunction which you have signed, but keeps praying [to his God] three times a day.”

Christian Standard Bible
Then they replied to the king, “Daniel, one of the Judean exiles, has ignored you, the king, and the edict you signed, for he prays three times a day.”

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Then they replied to the king, “Daniel, one of the Judean exiles, has ignored you, the king, and the edict you signed, for he prays three times a day.”

American Standard Version
Then answered they and said before the king, That Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the interdict that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day.

Contemporary English Version
The men then told the king, "That Jew named Daniel, who was brought here as a captive, refuses to obey you or the law that you ordered to be written. And he still prays to his god three times a day."

English Revised Version
Then answered they and said before the king, That Daniel, which is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the interdict that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
They replied, "Your Majesty, Daniel, one of the captives from Judah, refuses to obey your order or the decree that you signed. He prays three times each day."

Good News Translation
Then they said to the king, "Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, does not respect Your Majesty or obey the order you issued. He prays regularly three times a day."

International Standard Version
Then they told the king, "Daniel, who is one of the Judean exiles, pays no attention to you, your majesty, or to the written decree, since he is still praying three times a day."

Majority Standard Bible
Then they told the king, “Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, shows no regard for you, O king, or for the decree that you have signed. He still makes his petition three times a day.”

NET Bible
Then they said to the king, "Daniel, who is one of the captives from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the edict that you issued. Three times daily he offers his prayer."

New Heart English Bible
Then they answered and said before the king, "That Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, doesn't regard you, O king, nor the decree that you have signed, but makes his petition three times a day."

Webster's Bible Translation
Then they answered and said before the king, That Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the decree that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day.

World English Bible
Then they answered and said before the king, “That Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, doesn’t respect you, O king, nor the decree that you have signed, but makes his petition three times a day.”

Literal Translations

Literal Standard Version
Then they have answered, indeed, they are saying before the king, that, “Daniel, who [is] of the sons of the expulsion of Judah, has not placed on you, O king, [any] regard, nor on the interdict that you have signed, and three times in a day he is seeking his petition.”

Young's Literal Translation
Then they have answered, yea, they are saying before the king, that, 'Daniel, who is of the sons of the Removed of Judah, hath not placed on thee, O king, any regard, nor on the interdict that thou hast signed, and three times in a day he is seeking his petition.'

Smith's Literal Translation
At that time they answered, and saying before the king, That Daniel that is from the sons of the captivity of Judah set not up an account to thee, O king, and to the interdict that thou didst sign; and three times in the day he sought his requests.

Catholic Translations

Douay-Rheims Bible
Then they answered, and said before the king: Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Juda, hath not regarded thy law, nor the decree that thou hast made: but three times a day he maketh his prayer.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Then they answered and said before the king, “Daniel, of the sons of the captivity of Judah, is not concerned about your law, nor about the decree that you have established, but three times a day he prays his supplication.”

New American Bible
To this they replied, “Daniel, one of the Jewish exiles, has paid no attention to you, O king, or to the prohibition you signed; three times a day he offers his prayer.”

New Revised Standard Version
Then they responded to the king, “Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the interdict you have signed, but he is saying his prayers three times a day.”

Translations from Aramaic

Lamsa Bible
Then they answered and said before the king, Daniel, who is of the exiles from Judea, has not regarded you, O king, nor the decree which you have made, but he makes his petition three times a day.

Peshitta Holy Bible Translated
Then they answered, and they were saying before the King: “Daniel, of the children of the captivity of Judea does not comply with you and with the decree that you have decreed, and three times he prays his prayer”

OT Translations

JPS Tanakh 1917
Then answered they and said before the king: 'That Daniel, who is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regardeth not thee, O king, nor the interdict that thou hast signed, but maketh his petition three times a day.'

Brenton Septuagint Translation
Then they answered and said before the king, Daniel of the children of the captivity of Judea, has not submitted to thy decree; and three times in the day he makes his requests of his God.

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Context

Daniel in the Lions' Den
…12So they approached the king and asked about his royal decree: “Did you not sign a decree that for thirty days any man who petitions any god or man except you, O king, will be thrown into the den of lions?” The king replied, “According to the law of the Medes and Persians the order stands, and it cannot be repealed.” 13Then they told the king, “Daniel, one of the exiles from Judah, shows no regard for you, O king, or for the decree that you have signed. He still makes his petition three times a day.” 14As soon as the king heard this, he was deeply distressed and set his mind on delivering Daniel, and he labored until sundown to rescue him.…

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Cross References

Daniel 3:12
But there are some Jews you have appointed to manage the province of Babylon—Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego—who have ignored you, O king, and have refused to serve your gods or worship the golden statue you have set up.”

Esther 3:8
Then Haman informed King Xerxes, “There is a certain people scattered and dispersed among the peoples of every province of your kingdom. Their laws are different from everyone else’s, and they do not obey the king’s laws. So it is not in the king’s best interest to tolerate them.

Acts 5:29
But Peter and the other apostles replied, “We must obey God rather than men.

Acts 4:19-20
But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to listen to you rather than God. / For we cannot stop speaking about what we have seen and heard.”

Daniel 2:49
And at Daniel’s request, the king appointed Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego to manage the province of Babylon, while Daniel remained in the king’s court.

Daniel 5:13
So Daniel was brought before the king, who asked him, “Are you Daniel, one of the exiles my father the king brought from Judah?

Daniel 1:8
But Daniel made up his mind that he would not defile himself with the king’s food or wine. So he asked the chief official for permission not to defile himself.

Daniel 9:11
All Israel has transgressed Your law and turned away, refusing to obey Your voice; so the oath and the curse written in the Law of Moses the servant of God has been poured out on us, because we have sinned against You.

Acts 6:13-14
where they presented false witnesses who said, “This man never stops speaking against this holy place and against the law. / For we have heard him say that Jesus of Nazareth will destroy this place and change the customs that Moses handed down to us.”

Acts 17:7
and Jason has welcomed them into his home. They are all defying Caesar’s decrees, saying that there is another king, named Jesus!”

Daniel 1:12-15
“Please test your servants for ten days. Let us be given only vegetables to eat and water to drink. / Then compare our appearances with those of the young men who are eating the royal food, and deal with your servants according to what you see.” / So he consented to this and tested them for ten days. ...

Daniel 9:4
And I prayed to the LORD my God and confessed, “O, Lord, the great and awesome God, who keeps His covenant of loving devotion to those who love Him and keep His commandments,

Acts 24:14
I do confess to you, however, that I worship the God of our fathers according to the Way, which they call a sect. I believe everything that is laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets,

Acts 25:8
Then Paul made his defense: “I have committed no offense against the law of the Jews or against the temple or against Caesar.”

Daniel 9:10
and have not obeyed the voice of the LORD our God to walk in His laws, which He set before us through His servants the prophets.

Treasury of Scripture

Then answered they and said before the king, That Daniel, which is of the children of the captivity of Judah, regards not you, O king, nor the decree that you have signed, but makes his petition three times a day.

That Daniel.

Daniel 1:6
Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah:

Daniel 2:25
Then Arioch brought in Daniel before the king in haste, and said thus unto him, I have found a man of the captives of Judah, that will make known unto the king the interpretation.

Daniel 5:13
Then was Daniel brought in before the king. And the king spake and said unto Daniel, Art thou that Daniel, which art of the children of the captivity of Judah, whom the king my father brought out of Jewry?

regardeth.

Daniel 3:12
There are certain Jews whom thou hast set over the affairs of the province of Babylon, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego; these men, O king, have not regarded thee: they serve not thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.

Esther 3:8
And Haman said unto king Ahasuerus, There is a certain people scattered abroad and dispersed among the people in all the provinces of thy kingdom; and their laws are diverse from all people; neither keep they the king's laws: therefore it is not for the king's profit to suffer them.

Acts 5:29
Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.

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Daniel 6

1. Daniel is made chief of the presidents.
4. They, conspiring against him, obtain an idolatrous decree.
10. Daniel, accused of the breach thereof, is cast into the lion's den.
18. Daniel is saved;
24. his adversaries devoured;
25. and God magnified by a decree.

Berean Study Bible

Then they said to the king
This phrase introduces the accusers of Daniel, who are speaking to King Darius. The context here is one of political intrigue and manipulation. The accusers are likely motivated by jealousy and a desire to eliminate Daniel, who has found favor with the king. Historically, this reflects the common practice in ancient courts where rivals would often seek to undermine each other to gain favor or power. The phrase sets the stage for the confrontation and highlights the tension between Daniel's faithfulness to God and the political machinations of his adversaries.

Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah
This phrase identifies Daniel's heritage and status. The term "exiles from Judah" underscores Daniel's identity as a Jew living in a foreign land, a reminder of the Babylonian captivity. The historical context is significant, as it reflects the period after the fall of Jerusalem when many Jews were taken into exile. Despite his high position in the Persian administration, Daniel's identity as an exile is emphasized, highlighting his faithfulness to God amidst a pagan culture. This serves as an inspiration for maintaining one's faith and identity in challenging circumstances.

pays no attention to you, O king
Here, the accusers are attempting to portray Daniel as disrespectful and disloyal to King Darius. The phrase "pays no attention" suggests a deliberate disregard, which is a serious accusation in a royal court. This reflects the tension between obeying earthly authority and remaining faithful to divine commandments. The historical context of the Persian Empire, where loyalty to the king was paramount, adds weight to this accusation. For believers, this phrase challenges them to consider the balance between respecting earthly authorities and prioritizing obedience to God.

or to the decree you have signed
The decree in question was one that prohibited prayer to any god or man other than the king for thirty days. The phrase "decree you have signed" highlights the irrevocable nature of laws in the Medo-Persian Empire, as once a decree was signed, it could not be altered. This legal context underscores the gravity of Daniel's situation and the courage required to defy such a decree. It serves as a reminder of the importance of standing firm in one's convictions, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable legal or societal pressures.

but he still prays three times a day
This phrase emphasizes Daniel's unwavering commitment to his faith. The act of praying "three times a day" is a testament to his disciplined spiritual life and dedication to God. Historically, this practice of regular prayer was a common Jewish custom, reflecting a deep commitment to maintaining a relationship with God. Daniel's consistency in prayer, despite the threat of punishment, serves as an inspirational example of faithfulness and perseverance. It encourages believers to prioritize their spiritual practices and remain steadfast in their devotion, regardless of external circumstances.

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers

(13) Which is of the children.--By adding this to the charge of disobedience to the king's commandment, they hoped to incense him still further against the prophet. Here was a foreigner, who had received the highest favours from the Court, setting himself up in antagonism to the laws of the kingdom.

Parallel Commentaries ...

Hebrew

Then
בֵּ֠אדַיִן (bê·ḏa·yin)
Preposition-b | Adverb
Strong's 116: Then, thereupon

they told
עֲנ֣וֹ (‘ă·nōw)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine plural
Strong's 6032: To answer

the king,
מַלְכָּא֒ (mal·kā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 4430: A king

“Daniel,
דָנִיֵּ֡אל (ḏā·nî·yêl)
Noun - proper - masculine singular
Strong's 1841: Daniel -- 'God is my judge', an Israelite leader in Babylon

one
דִּ֣י (dî)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because

of
מִן־ (min-)
Preposition
Strong's 4481: From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than

the exiles
בְּנֵ֨י (bə·nê)
Noun - masculine plural construct
Strong's 1123: A son

from
דִּ֣י (dî)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because

Judah,
יְה֗וּד (yə·hūḏ)
Noun - proper - feminine singular
Strong's 3061: Judah -- the southern kingdom, named for one of the twelve tribes

shows no
לָא־ (lā-)
Adverb - Negative particle
Strong's 3809: Not, no

regard
שָׂ֨ם (śām)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular
Strong's 7761: To set, make

for you,
עֲלָ֤ךְ (‘ă·lāḵ)
Preposition | second person masculine singular
Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against

O king,
מַלְכָּא֙ (mal·kā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 4430: A king

or for the decree
אֱסָרָ֖א (’ĕ·sā·rā)
Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 633: An interdict

that
דִּ֣י (dî)
Pronoun - relative
Strong's 1768: Who, which, that, because

you have signed.
רְשַׁ֑מְתָּ (rə·šam·tā)
Verb - Qal - Perfect - second person masculine singular
Strong's 7560: To inscribe, sign

He still makes
בָּעֵ֖א (bā·‘ê)
Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular
Strong's 1156: To seek, ask

his petition
בָּעוּתֵֽהּ׃ (bā·‘ū·ṯêh)
Noun - feminine singular construct | third person masculine singular
Strong's 1159: A petition

three
תְּלָתָה֙ (tə·lā·ṯāh)
Number - masculine singular
Strong's 8532: Three, third

times
וְזִמְנִ֤ין (wə·zim·nîn)
Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine plural
Strong's 2166: An appointed occasion

a day.”
בְּיוֹמָ֔א (bə·yō·w·mā)
Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular determinate
Strong's 3118: A day

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