King Darius appointed 120 local governors to serve throughout his kingdom. He placed three senior administrators above them, including Daniel. The governors had to report to these three men so that the king would suffer no loss.

English · Intermediate
Daniel in the Lions’ Den
Daniel continues to pray despite a royal decree and is protected in the lions’ den.
Read and listen in English.
Sample free · Full edition included in a 3-day trial or membership. No card required for the trial.
Already have an account? Log in
Intermediate sample in English
Scene 1Try the first scene with audio. No account needed.
Scene 1 · Intermediate
Darius plans to promote Daniel
Daniel showed such remarkable character that he stood out among both the other senior administrators and the local governors. The king even considered putting him in charge of the entire kingdom.
Continue with Daniel in the Lions’ Den
A 3-day trial or membership unlocks the full story and its available reading levels. No card required for the trial.
Continue readingOther editions in English
Read this story in another language
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a level for this story?
Open the reader, then choose a level in Reading options. Find a version you can follow comfortably, and return to the same story at a higher level when you are ready.
Can I hide the English translation?
Yes. In Reading options, you can show the English translation beside or below the story, or hide it.
Will it remember where I stopped?
Your account saves your reading and audio position. You need to be signed in with a working connection to save your progress.
Is this story free?
Read this story during your three-day full library trial or with membership. No card is required to start the trial, and there are no automatic charges.