Thematic Bible: School for

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. When the appointed time for learning ended the chief officer brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar. The king interviewed them and found out that none was found to be like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. Therefore they served the king. read more.
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. Daniel continued to the first year of king Cyrus.

The king ordered Ashpenaz the chief of his officials to bring in some of the Israelites including some of the royal family and nobles. These were young people who had no defects. They were good looking and intelligent, with knowledge. They showed wisdom, knowledge, and understanding of science. They had ability to serve in the king's court and were taught the language and literature of the Chaldeans. The king assigned a daily amount of the king's special rich food for them and also the wine that he drank. They were to be educated for three years. At the end of that time they would serve the king.

They looked better when the ten days ended! They were fairer in appearance and fatter in flesh than the young people who ate the king's special food. Verse ConceptsAdvantagesFat PeopleAppearancesEating Meat