I have just learned by
chance that the merchant Joram has had an interview with the king in
behalf of thee and thy friends. If I can be of any service to
Belteshazzar, I am at his pleasure."
"In one hour, then, I will call on thee again, and thou shalt accompany
me into the presence of the king," and Daniel departed.
Daniel found his companions sunk into calm slumber, from which they were
not then awakened. He partook of a slight repast, bowed once more in
adoration before God, and returned to seek Arioch, the captain of the
guard.
They were soon on their way to the palace. Arioch first entered.
"O king, live forever! Belteshazzar is without, desiring to see thee;
and--"
"No more from thee at this time," interrupted the king. "Retire, and send
the young man hither."
The officer, well used to the manner of his sovereign, bowed low and
retired.
"Belteshazzar," said Arioch, "thou are admitted; and may the gods give
thee success."
With a firm step, and a calm look, and with full confidence in the God of
Israel, the Hebrew youth once more marched into the presence of the King
of Chaldea.
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