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Education in Bible TimesThe Watchtower Announcing Jehovah’s Kingdom—1992
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Moreover, they were provided with “a daily allowance from the delicacies of the king and from his drinking wine.” (Daniel 1:4, 5)
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Education in Bible TimesThe Watchtower Announcing Jehovah’s Kingdom—1992
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The royal food allowance also exposed them to violating the dietary restrictions imposed by the Law of Moses. How did they fare?
17 As spokesman for the four young Jewish nobles, Daniel made it clear right from the start that they would not eat or drink in violation of their conscience. (Daniel 1:8, 11-13) Jehovah blessed this firm stand and softened the heart of the Babylonian official in charge. (Daniel 1:9, 14-16)
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