18 But even if he does not rescue us,[a] we want you as king to know that we will not serve(A) your gods(B) or worship the gold statue you set up.”

19 Then Nebuchadnezzar was filled with rage,(C) and the expression on his face changed toward Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. He gave orders to heat the furnace seven times more than was customary, 20 and he commanded some of the best soldiers in his army to tie up Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego and throw them into the furnace of blazing fire.

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  1. 3:18 Lit But if not

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