Devine Scripture

Daniel 1:8

Daniel chapter 1 · verse 8 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king’s dainties, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the king’s dainties, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

Context

v.7And the prince of the eunuchs gave names unto them: unto Daniel he gave the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abed-nego.

v.8This passage

v.9Now God made Daniel to find kindness and compassion in the sight of the prince of the eunuchs.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • Romans 14:15

    For if because of meat thy brother is grieved, thou walkest no longer in love. Destroy not with thy meat him for whom Christ died.

  • 1 Corinthians 10:28

    But if any man say unto you, This hath been offered in sacrifice, eat not, for his sake that showed it, and for conscience’ sake:

  • Acts 10:14

    But Peter said, Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten anything that is common and unclean.

  • 1 Corinthians 7:37

    But he that standeth stedfast in his heart, having no necessity, but hath power as touching his own will, and hath determined this in his own heart, to keep his own virgin daughter, shall do well.

  • 1 Corinthians 10:18

    Behold Israel after the flesh: have not they that eat the sacrifices communion with the altar?

  • Psalms 119:106

    I have sworn, and have confirmed it, That I will observe thy righteous ordinances.