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So the king had the priests put to death, and he gave Bel to Daniel, who destroyed the idol and tore down its temple.
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There was also a huge dragon which the Babylonians worshiped.
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One day the king said to Daniel, "You can't tell me that this god is not alive. So worship him!"
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"I worship the Lord," replied Daniel. "He is the only living God.
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And if Your Majesty will give me permission, I will kill this dragon of yours without using a sword or a club." "You have my permission," answered the king.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.