Bel 1:9

9 But if ye can certify me that Bel devoureth them, then Daniel shall die; for he hath spoken blasphemy against Bel." And Daniel said unto the king, "Let it be according to thy word."

Bel 1:9 In-Context

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.

8 So the king was wroth, and called for his priests and said unto them, "If ye tell me not who this is that devoureth these expenses, ye shall die.

9 But if ye can certify me that Bel devoureth them, then Daniel shall die; for he hath spoken blasphemy against Bel." And Daniel said unto the king, "Let it be according to thy word."

10 Now the priests of Bel were threescore and ten, besides their wives and children. And the king went with Daniel into the temple of Bel.

11 So Bel's priests said, "Lo, we go out; but thou, O king, set out the meat and make ready the wine, and shut the door fast and seal it with thine own signet.