This Septuagint (LXX) material is extraordinary. The Prayer of Azariah rivals Daniel 9 for theological depth. The Song of the Three Young Men is one of the most magnificent hymns in ancient literature, used in Christian worship for nearly two thousand years. And together, they fundamentally reshape how you experience the furnace story.
Without the additions, the furnace is a gap between crisis and miracle. With them, the furnace is a cathedral.
Let’s step inside.
These are magnificent. When I first read them years ago, I read them as prayers separate from the context in the Apocrypha included in the Oxford NRSV. They are even more beautiful and meaningful when inserted into Daniel. I will definitely keep an eye out for the book!
I love how they called on the fire to praise the Lord. 🔥🎶
This is awesome, is there a way to get all the parts so I can print them out please🙏🏻
Yes!
When it's finished I'll be compiling the entire series into a book.
These are magnificent. When I first read them years ago, I read them as prayers separate from the context in the Apocrypha included in the Oxford NRSV. They are even more beautiful and meaningful when inserted into Daniel. I will definitely keep an eye out for the book!
The miracle of worship…. So powerful Kevin. I will keep an eye out for the book. This article was both convicting and encouraging.
I'm so grateful that you found it helpful!
God bless.