Daniel 6:21

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Daniel, now an elderly official, was thrown into a den of lions after rivals tricked the king into a law that targeted his daily prayer. The king spent a sleepless night and hurried to the den at dawn.

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Daniel 6:22My God sent His angel and shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, for I was found innocent in His sight, and I have done no wrong against you, O king.”
Daniel 3:28Nebuchadnezzar declared, “Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who has sent His angel and delivered His servants who trusted in Him. They violated the king’s command and risked their lives rather than serve or worship any god except their own God.
Hebrews 11:33who through faith conquered kingdoms, administered justice, and gained what was promised; who shut the mouths of lions,

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Then Daniel replied, “O king, may you live forever!

World English Bible (WEB)

Then Daniel said to the king, “O king, live forever!

King James Version (KJV)

Then said Daniel unto the king, O king, live for ever.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Then said Daniel unto the king, O king, live for ever.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Then Daniel said to the king, O King, have life for ever.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

Entonces habló Daniel con el rey: oh rey, para siempre vive.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

Entonces oyó una voz: ―¡Oh rey, viva para siempre!

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Daniel 6:21

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