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The king killed them and handed Bel over to Daniel, who tore it and its temple down.
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Now there was a big snake that the Babylonians worshipped.
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The king said to Daniel,"You can''t say that this one isn''t a living god. So worship it!"
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Daniel said,"I will keep worshipping the Lord my God, because he is a living God. But, Your Majesty, just give me permission, and I''ll kill the snake without using a sword or stick!"