KJV ORIGINAL
So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them ten days.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So the guard agreed to give them a shot and decided to test it out for ten days.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes you just need someone willing to let you prove what you're made of.
📚 Historical Context
During the Babylonian exile, Daniel and his three friends were taken from Jerusalem to serve in King Nebuchadnezzar's court, where they were offered the king's rich food and wine as part of their training. To remain faithful to Jewish dietary laws and avoid defilement, Daniel proposed a ten-day test where they would eat only vegetables and drink water instead. The chief official agreed to this arrangement to verify if they would maintain their health and appearance.
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