Daniel 1

The Babylonian Invasion
1. They attacked Jerusalem in 605 BC (1)
2. God delivered Judah into Babylonian hands (2)
3. The Babylonians took articles from the temple (2)
4. The Babylonians took some of the royalty & nobility (3)
5. Ashpenaz was to turn them into Babylonians (4)

The Babylonian Assimilation
1. They were taught Babylonian language (4)
2. They were taught Babylonian culture (5)
3. They were probably castrated (3)
4. They were given Babylonian names (7)
5. The training was to last three years (5)

“But Daniel resolved not to defile himself”

Daniel’s Decision
1. He refused to defile himself w/food & whine (8)
2. His refusal seems to have affected others (11)
3. His refusal seems to have pleased God (17)
4. His refusal made him a healthier human being (15)
5. His refusal resulted in increased blessing (19)

Daniel’s Influence
1. He made his boss look good (18)
2. He was equipped for future service (17)
3. He impressed the king (19)
4. He served the king (19)
5. He showed pagan magic to be foolish (20)