Darius the Mede

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Takes Babylon539 BC

Darius the Mede receives the kingdom at age 62.

Organizes Kingdom539 BC

Darius appoints 120 satraps and three administrators, including Daniel.

Trickedc. 538 BC

Administrators trick Darius into signing a decree against prayer.

Daniel in Lions' Denc. 538 BC

Darius reluctantly throws Daniel to the lions but hopes for his deliverance.

God Vindicatedc. 538 BC

Daniel survives; Darius praises Daniel's God and punishes the conspirators.

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