Daniel 1:17-21 - Faithfulness Rewarded
17 God gave these young people knowledge, understanding, and wisdom of all types of literature and learning. Daniel had understanding and wisdom in all visions and dreams. 18 When the appointed time for learning ended the chief officer brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar. 19 The king interviewed them and found out that none was found to be like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. Therefore they served the king. 20 The king found them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in his entire realm. This was in every matter of wisdom and understanding. 21 Daniel continued to the first year of king Cyrus.