And the king appointed them a daily provision of the king’s meat, and of the wine which he drank: so nourishing them three years, that at the end thereof they might stand before the king.
The king set up a meal plan for them, royal food and wine, the same stuff he was eating. This went on for three years to get them ready to work directly for him.
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📚 Historical Context
In the 6th century BC, during the Babylonian exile, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon had conquered Jerusalem and taken young Jewish captives, including Daniel and his friends, to serve in his court. These youths were selected for their intelligence and physical attractiveness to be trained in Babylonian language, literature, and customs over three years. The king's provision of daily meals from his own table was intended to ensure they were physically and mentally prepared to advise and serve him effectively.
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