They were to seek mercy from the God of Heaven concerning this mystery, so that Daniel and his companions would not be put to death with the rest of the wise men of Babylon.

Therefore, Your Majesty, let my advice be pleasing to you. Break away from your sins with righteousness and from your guilty deeds by showing mercy to the poor. Perhaps your prosperity will be extended.

I prayed to the Lord, my God, and I made confession. Please, Lord, you are the great God, who is to be feared, who keeps the covenant, and who shows mercy to those who love him and keep his commands.