Bel and the Dragon 1:7

Then Daniel smiled, and said, O king, be not deceived: for this is but clay within, and brass without, and did never eat or drink any thing.

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Overview of Bel and the Dragon 1:7

Summary

Prophet reveals idol's lifeless material composition

Place

Babylon

Event

Daniel exposes idol deception

Estimated Time Period

c. 539 BC