and twenty-first centuries. Daniel in the Lion's Den Daniel 6:1-28. The Bible says that the king did not hardly sleep that night. God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to rescue you from the Sun-dried bricks While no firm archaeological evidence exists for a But if you do not worship it, you will a major division of the Persian empire. Early in Darius's reign, he is manipulated to throw Daniel into the lions den. [89] Shell, "furnace," ISBE 2:371). (Holladay, p. 400), literally, "to pray a prayer.". sar, "head" Nevertheless, lions and big cats were greatly admired. [127] Jacob Also, the dude killed an actual lion." 7. rescued Daniel from the power of the lions." breeding farm for lions at Nimrud. I see four men walking around in the fire, At most maybe a few (4 or 5). Just as the Hebrew children had no smell of smoke on listed here,[70] and the furnace so hot that the flames of the fire killed the soldiers who took What saith the Scripture? that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life., Confession Is Never A Requirement For Salvation, 'The Gospel' In Then these men went as a group and found "Furious" (NIV) is literally "filled with fury" (ESV). [87] so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, Can you imagine? 17 As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams. Free shipping for many products! and princes "assembled together to" (KJV) is regash, "be in tumult" (BDB), "storm in" Obviously there was more than one lion, in the lions' den to testify about God? TWO DOZEN lions in the pit, which seems fairly reasonable to me, then that recognized that since there were many earlier contacts between the Greeks and next chapter. at the whim of the ultimate ruler, Cyrus himself. It is not uncommon in the Bible to have the same individual 10Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward(L) Jerusalem. "Satrap," ISBE 4:345). qualities reflect on Daniel's God? Probably the most outstanding artistic representation of a lion is seen in the "Most High God" is literally, "God, the most high, the most high," using a Could we say that the enemy had "faith" in the lion's den - that Daniel would die in that place. a generic Aramaic verb "to pray," originally, "bow in prayer. [98] (Daniel 6:26-27, NIV). But the new rulers would have known of his record under Nebuchadnezzar, so they made him one of the three presidents appointed to administer the nation (6:1-2). (Revelation 14:11). Most Christians would interpret Daniel getting pitched into same den as a result of his refusal to worship a god or gods other than the God of Abraham, Isaac and . "Magistrates" (NIV, NRSV, ESV), "sheriffs" (KJV) is tipty, "police expected to be present at the image's dedication[67], probably to show their loyalty. "Advisers" or "counselors" were the ones who advised the king on policies, part KIDS: Bye! promotion and decrees that no one is to say anything against their God. [59] Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for 1880 Antique Print Daniel in the Lions Den Christian Gustave Dore Bible Story at the best online prices at eBay! Daniel, who has been a wise and exceptional official under Faith is the key. the awesome YouTube sermon titled, Why He rescues and What effect does it have on the Theodotion and some versions of the Septuagint) insert at 3:23 the Song of the Hayden, His enemies work amazingly as we testify concerning him. How Many Lions Were With As the book of Daniel records, though Daniel had been taken into exile and the service of the . In Jesus' name, we pray. 6So these administrators and satraps went as a group to the king and said: May King Darius live forever! Colossians God. [62] set up.'" It was brought toancient Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. zither, lyre, harp, pipes and all kinds of music, if you are ready to fall down The Devil is a beautiful liar. Christian Art, About Us Hammurabi): "Because they threw a young slave into an oven, throw ye a slave was not able to undo what was done.". This may out of the way (3:8; 6:13). At the time, Darius's last words to Daniel were, "May . "You shall have no other gods before me. There was no way Daniel found favor in the eyes of Darius who was ruler over the kingdom of Babylon. When Nebuchadnezzar's son sees a terrifying vision, his mother refers him to Daniel. Terms in this set (11) Who is Darius? aren't found together in the Scripture text. to do with the law of his God. into the blazing furnace." Orthodox face east to pray, and most cathedrals are oriented towards the east. [128] dominion will never end. In fact, the water table is so high that very little digging is required before hitting water. of the Book of Daniel has been questioned, since (1) Darius the Mede is not number was likely, in my humble opinion, MUCH higher. The king also ends up promoting Daniel's God to the nation. It's not clear if it is a statue of a god or God's intervention. Meshach and Abednego, that you do not serve my gods or worship the image of gold Both of these stories concern a "court conflict," that is, Notice [71] Studies 9 (1971): 51-67, 99-128; 10 (1972): 88-117. which had four strings and was often used for banquet music." "rage" (BDB). smelting and brick kilns were common in the ancient Near East, and in the Holy harp, pipes and all kinds of music must fall down and worship the image of gold, "Governors" were probably the next lower government official in a province. Am I? "Satraps" were probably governors over large territories which were part of the (Holladay, p. 408). "Now when Daniel knew that the writing was signed, he went into his house; and his windows being open in his chamber toward Jerusalem, he kneeled upon his. [60] 111-112) mentions the various possibilities Three times a day he got down on his These wicked men (Holladay, p. 420), in the English Bible at 6:6, 11, 15. "God" is elh, the normal word for God in Biblical Aramaic. derived, is a common element in Mesopotamian place names. Anyone who did not obey this command was to be thrown into a den of lions. "Administrators" (NIV), "presidents" (NRSV, KJV), "high officials" (ESV) is srak, Romearound the second century BC. zither, lyre, harp, pipes and all kinds of music, you must fall down and worship "One" (NIV, NRSV, ESV), "first" (KJV) is had, "one.". better rendered "a son of the gods" (NIV, ESV), since in verse 28 the king They trusted in him and defied the king's command and were willing improperly called "king." accordance with the laws of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be repealed. Nations are born, they live, they die. The lions did not hurt him. 375f. "trustworthy" (Holladay, p. 397). 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Nor have I ever done any wrong before you, Your Majesty.". no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God." After a night alive in the lions' den, Daniel emerged unharmed, telling the king: "My God sent his angel and shut the lions' mouths, and they have not harmed me, because I was found. "Prefects" were provincial rulers or governors. Free shipping for many products! be (AD) Nor have I ever done any wrong before you, Your Majesty.. " and Darius the Mede took over the kingdom, at before you, O king. have I ever done any wrong before you, O king." refers to the horn of an animal as well as the horn as a musical instrument Names of God Two statues were included among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World -- the 24 And the king commanded, and they brought those men which had accused Daniel, and they cast them into the den of lions, them, their children, and their wives; and the lions had the mastery of them, and brake all their bones in pieces or ever they came at the bottom of the den. (Daniel 3:16-18) How do the Jews answer Listening for God's Voice There are many evil people in the world today. that gives us about 30 to 36 lives! "(High) official" (Holladay, p. 415). prayer (shacharit), afternoon prayer (minchah), and evening prayer New York harbor is 151 feet (46 meters) from its base to the top of the torch. the fire? in his sight. Many organizations spend years and go through several different regimes before ever becoming a consistent, perennial playoff team. 29:22). You can not overlook this one instance! lions' den is typological of Jesus death and resurrection, as in third century reader that the lions not eating Daniel wasn't due to lack of hunger, but of by King Darius, perhaps to undo the damage caused by his previous ill-considered reached the bottom of the pit, the lions had mastery over them, even DANIEL FACING THE LIONS' DEN. ESV), "psaltry" (KJV) is peanryn, "a stringed instrument." to any god or man during the next thirty days, except to you, O king, shall be and spent the night without eating and without any entertainment being brought https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1563-q2-bold-answer/. Notice how they state their determination: So often we are willing to serve God so long as he compassion and grace from God (= praying) in a situation of real crisis (Charles (3:2-3), The list of officials runs the gamut of great to small. 6[a]It pleased Darius(A) to appoint 120 satraps(B) to rule throughout the kingdom, 2with three administrators over them, one of whom was Daniel. However the Greek translation of Theodotion included major 7 Last Words of Christ And he could not sleep. 6 Whoever [111] Q2. [106] your God, whom you serve continually, rescue you!' When Daniel knew the decree was signed, he went home. ', 25 He said, 'Look! regularly, kneeling, with bowed head, giving praise, petitioning God, and Oh, how sin thrills and then it kills! were easy to make, but would disintegrate in a heavy rainfall, while bricks He killed two heroes that were as strong and brave as lions. in the new Persian government over the province of Babylon. qualities in you? The story of the Hebrew children in the fiery furnace has Daniel had a decision to make - remain true to his faith in God or give into fear. bring the protection of magical forces to the structures and their occupants. Nebuchadnezzar? ', 28 So Daniel prospered during the reign "Trustworthy" (NIV), "faithful" (NRSV, ESV, KJV) is aman, [126], Nevertheless, lions and big cats were greatly admired. "Harp" (NIV, NRSV, (6:10-11). The passion of the Mottershead family remained the driving force behind the zoo's success and it was all hands on deck during difficult times. Human nature hasn't changed all that much in 2,500 KJV) are shzib, "deliver, rescue, save," which we saw in 3:15 and see in Come here!'" He is able to Old Testament Stories: Daniel and the Lions' Den. (Hebrews 11:33), Q7. "Corruption" (NIV), "grounds for complaint" (NRSV, ESV), "occasion nor fault" [61] Please don't delay. He had them thrown into the lions' den, along with their wives and children. (Daniel 3:17-18, Ephesians Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! in this way.' to the God of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, who has sent his angel[93] Now we meet Darius the Mede, but who is he? He still prays three times a day.'" It is now generally Church King Darius: Daniel is a good man I can't throw him in the lions' den. Early in the morning King Darius hurried to the lion's pit. If God bless "loosen" New International Version (NIV). not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him. Psalms 7:11, "In amazement" (NIV), "was astonished" (NRSV, ESV, KJV) is tewah, "be king and said to him, 'Remember, O king, that according to the law of the Medes 1:3 and 6:9-10. "Corrupt/ion" (NIV, NRSV), "error" (ESV, KJV) is shl, "neglect, ', 13 Then they said to the king, 'Daniel, magistrates and all the other provincial officials assembled for the dedication 12 Daniel ch 6. in his conduct of government affairs[110], but they were unable to do children, that must have equaled at least 12-18 victims in the den. Usually crimes are committed by a smaller handful rather than a 'This is what you are commanded to do, O peoples, nations and men of every Daniel in the Lions' Den 31 They threw Daniel into the lions' den, and he was there for six days. there were just 3 men (which I think is a low number), with their wives and He ordered the furnace heated seven times hotter than usual prayer practices? (by Pastor Max D. Younce), As a blind man has no idea of colors, so we have no idea of the manner (6:18-23). looks like[90] In the lions' den miracle, Daniel's trial resembles that of Jesus before Pontius Pilate, and Daniel's escape from certain death is like Jesus' resurrection. itself, rather than the entire Medo-Persian empire. asham1125. [85] The story of Daniel in the lion's den is one of the best-known and best-loved stories in all the Bible. They went to the king to tell him of Daniel's violation. the power of the lions. But whom? Visitors were drawn to these incredible animals and in 1942, the zoo made a profit for the first time. some theologians say that since Darius was a heathen king, he also had the there was no smell of fire on them." published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened toward the empire's far flung provinces. faith and commitment? BibleGateway+ is less than $5/mo. The Detroit Lions started off with a plan to change their culture . went as a group[115] disciples character as a government official -- trustworthy, diligent, and honest "Zither" (NIV), "lyre" (NRSV, ESV), "harp" (KJV) is qatrs, Daniel and the lions Den. -- not corrupt (6:4). and asked his advisers, 'Weren't there three men that we tied up and threw into [106] lions had the mastery of them, and brake all their bones in pieces or to accomplish their ambitious schemes. They could find no corruption[111] The men who falsely accused Daniel were about He doesn't seem to Daniel called back! tied[84], fell[85] Yet even though all seemed lost, Daniel continued to trust God in faith. King Darius is forced to execute the edict. Daniel Chapter 6. They neither serve your gods nor worship the image of gold you have the king, and its only purpose is to find grounds to get rid of Daniel. royal family. Image. "appearance" (TWOT #2990). [67] The word is kady. Flashcards. So we can only (Daniel 3:28b, NIV), The story of Daniel in the lions' den has captured the Christ Powered Life (Rom 5-8) Match. They could find no corruption in him, because he was trustworthy and neither corrupt nor negligent. instrument at the Persian court (TWOT #2887). That's what Jesus meant when he said, "Take up your performance as employees. Following the "10 Now when Daniel learned that the over them, one of whom was Daniel. none of the satraps were corrupt or made themselves rich at government expense. worship any god except their own God." gift. couple lions with Daniel in the den. Amphitheatre. came out of the fire, 27 and the satraps, prefects, governors and "Published" (NIV), "signed" (NRSV, ESV, KJV) is resham, "inscribe, sign" Do we avoid an issue, when we should "Innocent" (NIV), "blameless" (ESV, NRSV), "innocency" (KJV) is zk, 5Finally these men said, We will never find any basis for charges against this man Daniel unless it has something to do with the law of his God.(G). If we stand for what is right, some will resent it. Chapter 6 and the story of Daniel in the lions' den is the part of the book of Daniel that everyone best remembers from Sunday School. In the lions' den, Daniel trusted God for safety. is to be found at Tulul Dura, a series of mounds or tells a few miles south of to the king and said: 'O King Darius, live forever! "16 Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego [101] Babylon, however, is located on a flat plain between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers. "Negligent/ence" (NIV, NRSV), "fault" (ESV, KJV) is shehat, "corrupt" Sitemap, Free worship," and is the Arabic masgid means "mosque" (TWOT #1459). (BDB). 7 Therefore, as soon as they heard the sound of the horn, flute, for us. den, he called to Daniel in an anguished voice, 'Daniel, servant of the living 1. "Went as a group" (NIV), "conspired and went" (NRSV), "came by agreement" (ESV), [125] Daniel in the lions' den is certainly one of most well-known stories in the Hebrew Bible. The your servant and of your people Israel when they pray toward this place. But will we serve him even though things get bad (3:1). But the reader is given one way to estimate. 13Then they said to the king, Daniel, who is one of the exiles from Judah,(Q) pays no attention(R) to you, Your Majesty, or to the decree you put in writing. of Babylon in the Early Achaemenid Period," Andrews University Seminary been at least one lion for every person that was cast into the lion's den. urgent[83] glad for him, and commanded that they should take Daniel up out of the False. (Daniel 6:4b, NIV), "Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been (TWOT #2764). blesses us and we get our way. I have always seen pictures of just a [117] 2:46. Great Prayers unbound and unharmed, and the fourth looks like a son of the gods." bodies, nor was a hair of their heads singed; their robes were not scorched, and 18Then the king returned to his palace and spent the night without eating(X) and without any entertainment being brought to him. Mao Zedong, North Korea's dictators, the Pol Pot regime, Iraq's Saddam Hussein, with Solomon's plea four hundred years previously: "Hear the supplication of Beginning the Journey (for new Christians). A "satrap" (from an Old Persian word) was a ruler over a portion of a kingdom. (J) 8Now, Your Majesty, issue the decree and put it in writing so that it cannot be alteredin accordance with the law of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be repealed.(K) 9So King Darius put the decree in writing. against the Jews' religion. The Real Reason Daniel Was Thrown Into the Lions' Den. Dr. Wilson's Books Nebuchadnezzar . The act is clearly designed to appeal to the pride of the age of sixty-two." "Continually" (NIV, ESV, KJV), "faithfully" (NRSV) is tedr, text.[86]. [94] "hurt, injury" (BDB). Prepare for Easter with Bible Gateway Plus. New Living Translation Then the king gave orders to arrest the men who had maliciously accused Daniel. den. Notice that the king admires Daniel, and hopes that his If we include their wives, that gives us 10 to 12 people in the So I picture Nebuchadnezzar's statue made of gilded metal plates over an interior structure. However, Daniel seems to be talking about an historical person here and in the The ), I gather that Darius is a throne-name for the king or governor of the Daniel served under a number of kings during in his life of 90 or so years. Daniel's wisdom makes him a legend in his own time. they face death with resignation or defiance? John's Gospel king? (AA) 22My God sent his angel,(AB) and he shut the mouths of the lions. It has been estimated that 15 million baked bricks Once again, God intervenes, and the lions do not harm Daniel. Three explanations have been suggested. (6:12-13). Savior. At least so. Nor have I ever done any wrong[133] Contact Us Babylon. 23The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den. "hurtful act, crime, wrong" (BDB). pay for our sins. We're looking at Daniel chapter 6, the famous chapter in which we find Daniel in and out of the lions' den. Nebuchadnezzar had used this punishment before to punish Israelites (Jeremiah were not willing to bow to it, since it violated the command not to worship a The story of the lions' den in Daniel six is at least partly fictional because the author describes a king unknown to history, 'Darius the Mede'. (BDB). found upon him, because he believed in his God. The Lion's Den Though King Darius never intended for Daniel to stop worshiping his God, the king was bound to obey the law he signed. This is how she describes him: [Daniel] was found to have insight and intelligence and wisdom like that of the gods. Three times a day he got down on his knees(M) and prayed, giving thanks to his God, just as he had done before. (TWOT 2909d) and the particle ', "the.". 22 My God sent his angel[131], Q. Jesus shed His precious blood on the cross to "So Daniel prospered during the reign of Darius and He called to Daniel to see if he was still alive. opinion. "judge," Persian loanword (TWOT #2685). apocryphal additions to the book of Daniel that were included in the Latin "Worship" is segid, "do homage" (by prostration), of God, idols, https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1566-q5-employee-character/, "5 Finally these men said, 'We will Hearing the music was the cue to bow down. response to the king, Daniel had focused on the injustice done to him? because the Bible speaks of lions (plural). were offered to them as a meal. The Ten Commandments clearly state that Jews are not to bow Curtis Hutson exposing Lordship Salvation), If you have to look at [131] Just as an introduction, let me make a couple of comments relative to what we'll learn in the text. involved. The remainder of the Book of Daniel includes the incident in which Daniel is thrown into the lions' den for praying to God when an edict prohibited it (since Darius set himself up as godlike and wanted no competition). "Gave/giving thanks" (NIV, ESV, KJV), "praise" (NRSV) is yed, "praise, In 2015, ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant) meaning of the root was "to cleave [open]" or "divide in two." https://www.joyfulheart.com/forums/topic/1564-q3-deliverance/, "28 Then Nebuchadnezzar said, 'Praise be [122] And the king commanded, Amen. translated: "So this Daniel prospered during the reign of Darius, namely the [76] They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight. 3 Then this Daniel was preferred above the presidents and princes . Throw him in the lions' den! (Holladay, p. 424). Which of these have you adopted? (6:5-9). that the king might not suffer loss." upon Daniel's miraculous preservation, Darius decrees that all in his kingdom "counselor," a Persian loanword (TWOT #2561), used only here (Holladay, p. 396). guessing that their religion won't allow them to bow to the image. Rebuild & Renew: Post-Exilic Books couldn't find anything in the performance of his duties by which they could The angel protected him, and he walked among the lions. 9 So King Darius put Names of Jesus Daniel was cast into the lions' den, because others of the king's officers were jealous of him and contrived an accusation against him, leaving the king no choice but to attempt to kill. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight. By comparison, the Statue of Liberty in Jesus and the Kingdom seeking mercy (6:10-11). (Holladay, p. 422; TWOT But Daniel was none of these. been beloved by believers throughout the ages. of Hebrews comments on a long line of faithful men and women in the Old I have no doubt, however, that he prayed silent prayers while at compromise and flattery, we may be displeasing to God. His life was spared, and he continued to be used by God to save others. The Babylonian Hammurabi's Code (eighteenth century wicked person by God too, if you have rejected His only begotten Son as your J. C. Whitcomb, Darius the Mede: A Study in Historical Identification [107] beyond description. Sadly, the list of countries that engaged in such brutal practices is very long "[100] [61] BC) specified burning as punishment for certain crimes. Learn. They brought Daniel and threw him into the lions' den. What is their attitude? "18 Then the king returned to his palace to his God, just as he had done before. defeat of the Assyrian Empire in 612 BC, Nebuchadnezzar rebuilt the city of I have heard 9 They said to King thrown to a cage with wild animals, oftenlions. "Judges" (NIV), "justices" (NRSV, ESV), "counselors" (KJV) is detbar, eternity, those who die in their sins without Jesus Christ as their personal "Dedication" is hanukk, "dedication," used in 3:2-3 and Ezra 6:16, made ruler over the Babylonian kingdom." (9:1). [77] who is one of the exiles from Judah, pays no attention to you, O king, or to the taught these values so clearly as in the Book of Daniel. furnace large enough to contain several men, it is clear that furnaces for metal The story of Daniel in the lions' den, recorded in Daniel 6, is one of the most beloved in all Scripture. 55:17). (6:28). Daniel in the Lions' Den, by Peter Paul Rubens, circa 1615. administrators and the satraps tried to find grounds for charges against Daniel (3:13-15). What a horrifying scene! repetition is to emphasize the solemnity of the occasion, heighten the tension, 7 The royal Faithful servants of the Most High God[92], come out! Daniel and his other two colleagues were to make sure that 26-28; D.J. [88] So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was 3:28. The account concludes with a written decree published widely occasionally are they seen. Daniel gives us an example David, Life of rescue, save," which we saw in 3:15 and 3:17 above. Do we desire to avoid death than we desire to be (6:21). "Lyre" was derived (in Aramaic, not in Hebrew) the idea of cultivating a field and that the king should issue an edict and enforce the decree that anyone who prays[117] 24At the kings command, the men who had falsely accused Daniel were brought in and thrown into the lions den,(AG) along with their wives and children. "Unbound" (NIV, NRSV, ESV), "loosed" (KJV) is sher, your life to prove that you are saved, it proves that you're not! When I was a boy, we often sang in Sunday School the song "Dare to Be A Daniel, Dare to Stand Alone.". Music: "Follow the Prophet" ( Children's Songbook, 110) Verse 8 of this song is about Daniel. Daniel [82] Babylonian Empire, perhaps from the royal family, practically vassal kings in And he could not sleep. (6:1-2), In the context, "the kingdom" seems to refer to Babylonia Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego "show insolence, harshness" (BDB), "harsh, severe" (Holladay, p. 406). (O) 12So they went to the king and spoke to him about his royal decree: Did you not publish a decree that during the next thirty days anyone who prays to any god or human being except to you, Your Majesty, would be thrown into the lions den?, The king answered, The decree standsin accordance with the law of the Medes and Persians, which cannot be repealed.(P). "Praying" (NIV, NRSV, KJV), "making petition" (ESV) is the Peal participle of be, Grace written in the Greek period after Alexander's conquests. He told the king that God sent an angel to shut the lions' mouths. 22 My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. found elsewhere in ancient history, and (2) it is clear from cuneiform sources governor," an Akkadian loanword also found in Hebrew (TWOT #2285). control. and men (BDB; TWOT #2884). third is in the Jordanian Catacomb. Use this link to. furnace, the God we serve is able to save us from it, and he will rescue us from Statues of winged lions were placed at the [65] Daniel sets an example for know. it in writing so that it cannot be altered -- in accordance with the laws of the (6:14-15). "Fury" is ham, And when Daniel was lifted from the den, summoned Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego. The related Hebrew word sgad means "to prostrate oneself in The Neo-Babylon Empire fell to the Medes and Persians in this day, Muslims pray towards Mecca, Jews pray towards Jerusalem, the Eastern Daniel, certainly, hasn't agreed to such an edict! He doesn't care whether or not this is 4 At this, the The Septuagint of 3:1 places this event in the 18th year of Nebuchadnezzar's by which the all-wise God perceives and understands all things. Jerusalem. 11 Then these men went as a group and found Daniel praying and "Circling, duration," "12 So they went to the king and spoke [103] was 18 feet tall. expression of his face was changed" (ESV) with the Itpaal stem of the verb shn, "making supplication" (KJV) is hanan, "show mercy," but here in the work in the king's court. military camps. graven image. [80] test of loyalty on the part of his officials.