Daniel was a fi ne young man, born into a noble family in the land of Judah.

King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon led an invading army which defeated the army of Judah. He took away valuable treasures from the temple and captured many fi ne young men. One of his prisoners was Daniel.

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The king selected Daniel and three of his friends to be trained to work in the royal palace. They were fi t and strong and handsome. They were clever and quick to learn. A three-year training programme was started in which Ashpenaz, the chief offi cial, taught them the new language. They had to read all the important books.

Daniel and his three friends loved the Lord God and served him. God was most important in their lives.

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