Daniel in the Lion's Den

Instructions

Let's look at some of the vocabulary used in the East-to-Read Version of the Bible.

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Accuse


To charge with, or declare to have committed, a crime or offense - Webster 1913

Captive


A prisoner taken by force or stratagem, esp., by an enemy, in war; one kept in bondage or in the power of another. - Webster 1913

Innocent


Morally free from guilt; guiltless; not tainted with sin; pure; upright. - Webster 1913

Medes


Someone who lived in the ancient kingdom or region of Media

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Persian


Someone who lived in the ancient empire of Persia

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Satrap


The governor of a province in ancient Persia.  Each area below was a province in Persia around the time of Darius.

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Seal


A seal is made by using a signet, which was often worn on a ring.  A signet was a special series of pictures and symbols.  No two people had the same one.  The owner could use the signet to press into something softer, like wax, to create a seal.  Messages could we sealed in this manner to make sure no one opened them without permission and also to show who the letter was from.


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Supervisor

One who supervises; an overseer; an inspector; a superintendent - Webster 1913