In honor to my king, who now laments the sad fate
of his unworthy president, let me also testify that in order to persuade
him to sign a decree which had never entered his heart, the most
deliberate falsehoods were poured into his ears, by those whose only
object was the overthrow of Daniel. After more than threescore years of
public service, I cheerfully submit to my fate, knowing well that
Jehovah, the God of Israel, in whom I trust, will direct this whole
matter to his own glory. Hereafter it will be known in Babylon, that it
was not the 'safety of the Union' that demanded the enactment of this
cruel law; but that it was conceived in envy, and brought forth in
malice, and thoughtlessly signed by our king, who considered all his
presidents to be men of benevolence, wisdom, and understanding. For
violating this law I ask no forgiveness. Sooner would I suffer a
thousand deaths than prove a traitor to the religion of my fathers.
Babylonians, I say no more! Accept my thanks for your tears! May Jehovah
continue to grant you great prosperity, when your friend Daniel shall
have passed away.
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