The Book of Daniel describes a difficult time period for the Israelite people. The nation of Babylon has attacked. The Israelite army has been defeated, the City of Jerusalem is in ruin and the Temple has been destroyed. Along with this suffering a large portion of the population has been forced to march from Jerusalem to Babylon. These exiles are to be integrated into Babylonian society and culture. Included in those taken from Jerusalem was a Daniel. The King of Babylon wanted some of Israel’s best and brightest. Daniel is recognized as a young talented leader and administrator. After going through a three year Babylonian royal training program Daniel has proven himself as a trusted leader and skilled administrator. When the training program ends Daniel is appointed as an adviser to the King. King Darius decides that he would like to reorganize his kingdom so he appoints 120 satraps and to oversee those satraps the King places three administrators. These administrators are ...
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