The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 239: Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah (2022)
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Covenant Faithfulness
- Be faithful to God and care for the poor, orphans, widows, and strangers.
- This covenant faithfulness is crucial for a flourishing community.
Significance of Name Changes
- The original Hebrew names of Daniel's companions referenced God.
- Their Babylonian names referenced pagan deities, highlighting a forced shift in allegiance.
The Fiery Furnace
- King Nebuchadnezzar demands worship of a golden statue, threatening those who refuse with a fiery furnace.
- Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah refuse, declaring their faith even if God doesn't save them.