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He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty. <a href="/esv/daniel/3.htm">English Standard Version</a> If this be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/bsb/daniel/3.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> If the God whom we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king. <a href="/kjv/daniel/3.htm">King James Bible</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. <a href="/nkjv/daniel/3.htm">New King James Version</a> If that is the case, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and He will deliver us from your hand, O king. <a href="/nasb_/daniel/3.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will rescue us from your hand, O king. <a href="/nasb/daniel/3.htm">NASB 1995</a> &#8220If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/nasb77/daniel/3.htm">NASB 1977 </a> “If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/lsb/daniel/3.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to save us from the furnace of blazing fire; and He will save us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/amp/daniel/3.htm">Amplified Bible</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire, and He will rescue us from your hand, O king. <a href="/csb/daniel/3.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> If the God we serve exists, then he can rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire, and he can rescue us from the power of you, the king. <a href="/hcsb/daniel/3.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> If the God we serve exists, then He can rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire, and He can rescue us from the power of you, the king. <a href="/asv/daniel/3.htm">American Standard Version</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of thy hand, O king. <a href="/cev/daniel/3.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The God we worship can save us from you and your flaming furnace. <a href="/erv/daniel/3.htm">English Revised Version</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king. <a href="/gwt/daniel/3.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> If our God, whom we honor, can save us from a blazing furnace and from your power, he will, Your Majesty. <a href="/gnt/daniel/3.htm">Good News Translation</a> If the God whom we serve is able to save us from the blazing furnace and from your power, then he will. <a href="/isv/daniel/3.htm">International Standard Version</a> Your majesty, if it be his will, our God whom we serve can deliver us from the blazing fire furnace, and he will deliver us from you. <a href="/msb/daniel/3.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> If the God whom we serve exists, then He is able to deliver us from the blazing fiery furnace and from your hand, O king. <a href="/net/daniel/3.htm">NET Bible</a> If our God whom we are serving exists, he is able to rescue us from the furnace of blazing fire, and he will rescue us, O king, from your power as well. <a href="/nheb/daniel/3.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/wbt/daniel/3.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> If it is so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thy hand, O king. <a href="/web/daniel/3.htm">World English Bible</a> If it happens, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace; and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/daniel/3.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> Behold, it is; our God whom we are serving, is able to deliver us from a burning fiery furnace; and from your hand, O king, He delivers. <a href="/ylt/daniel/3.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> Lo, it is; our God whom we are serving, is able to deliver us from a burning fiery furnace; and from thy hand, O king, He doth deliver. <a href="/slt/daniel/3.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> If it is, our God whom we served will be able to deliver us from the furnace of flaming fire, and from thy hand, O king, he will deliver us.<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/daniel/3.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> For behold our God, whom we worship, is able to save us from the furnace of burning fire, and to deliver us out of thy hands, O king. <a href="/cpdv/daniel/3.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> For behold our God, whom we worship, is able to rescue us from the oven of burning fire and to free us from your hands, O king. <a href="/nabre/daniel/3.htm">New American Bible</a> If our God, whom we serve, can save us from the white-hot furnace and from your hands, O king, may he save us! <a href="/nrsvce/daniel/3.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> If our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the furnace of blazing fire and out of your hand, O king, let him deliver us.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/daniel/3.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> For there is our God whom we serve, he is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king. <a href="/hpbt/daniel/3.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a> Because our God whom we serve is able in power to save us from the burning furnace of fire, and he shall deliver us from your hands, oh King!<div class="vheading2">OT Translations</div><a href="/jps/daniel/3.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a> If our God whom we serve is able to deliver us, He will deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and out of thy hand, O king. <a href="/sep/daniel/3.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a> For our God whom we serve is in the heavens, able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will rescue us from thy hands, O king. <a href="/parallel/daniel/3-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/shUZJK-vYxI?start=1004" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/daniel/3.htm">Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego Accused</a> …16Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego replied to the king, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we have no need to answer you in this matter. 17<a href="/hebrew/2006.htm" title="2006: hên (Conj) -- If, whether. (Aramaic) corresponding to hen: lo! Also there(-fore), less, whether, but, if.">If</a> <a href="/hebrew/426.htm" title="426: ’ĕ·lā·ha·nā (N-msc:: 1cp) -- God, god. (Aramaic) corresponding to 'elowahh; God.">the God</a> <a href="/hebrew/1768.htm" title="1768: dî- (Pro-r) -- Who, which, that, because. ">whom</a> <a href="/hebrew/586.htm" title="586: ’ă·naḥ·nā (Pro-1cp) -- We. (Aramaic) or ganachnah (Aramaic); corresponding to 'anachnuw; we.">we</a> <a href="/hebrew/6399.htm" title="6399: p̄ā·lə·ḥîn (V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- To pay reverence to, serve. (Aramaic) corresponding to palach; to serve or worship.">serve</a> <a href="/hebrew/383.htm" title="383: ’î·ṯay (Adv) -- There is, are. (Aramaic) corresponding to yesh; properly, entity; used only as a particle of affirmation, there is.">exists,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3202.htm" title="3202: yā·ḵil (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be able. (Aramaic) or ykiyl (Aramaic); to yakol.">then He is able</a> <a href="/hebrew/7804.htm" title="7804: lə·šê·zā·ḇū·ṯa·nā (Prep-l:: V-Hifil-Inf:: 1cp) -- To deliver. (Aramaic) corresponding to azab; to leave, i.e. (causatively) free.">to deliver us</a> <a href="/hebrew/4481.htm" title="4481: min- (Prep) -- From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than. (Aramaic) corresponding to min.">from</a> <a href="/hebrew/3345.htm" title="3345: yā·qiḏ·tā (V-Qal-Prtcpl-fsd) -- To burn. (Aramaic) corresponding to yaqad.">the blazing</a> <a href="/hebrew/5135.htm" title="5135: nū·rā (N-csd) -- A fire. (Aramaic) from an unused root (corresponding to that of niyr) meaning to shine; fire.">fiery</a> <a href="/hebrew/861.htm" title="861: ’at·tūn (N-msc) -- A furnace. (Aramaic) probably from the corresponding to 'esh; probably a fire-place, i.e. Furnace.">furnace</a> <a href="/hebrew/4481.htm" title="4481: ū·min- (Conj-w:: Prep) -- From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than. (Aramaic) corresponding to min.">and from</a> <a href="/hebrew/3028.htm" title="3028: yə·ḏāḵ (N-fsc:: 2ms) -- Hand. (Aramaic) corresponding to yad.">your hand,</a> <a href="/hebrew/4430.htm" title="4430: mal·kā (N-msd) -- King. (Aramaic) corresponding to melek; a king.">O king.</a> <a href="/hebrew/7804.htm" title="7804: yə·šê·ziḇ (V-Hifil-Imperf-3ms) -- To deliver. (Aramaic) corresponding to azab; to leave, i.e. (causatively) free."></a> 18But even if He does not, let it be known to you, O king, that we will not serve your gods or worship the golden statue you have set up.”…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a> When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze. <a href="/psalms/91-15.htm">Psalm 91:15</a> When he calls out to Me, I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble. I will deliver him and honor him. <a href="/isaiah/41-10.htm">Isaiah 41:10</a> Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My righteous right hand. <a href="/2_timothy/4-17.htm">2 Timothy 4:17</a> But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message would be fully proclaimed, and all the Gentiles would hear it. So I was delivered from the mouth of the lion. <a href="/hebrews/11-34.htm">Hebrews 11:34</a> quenched the raging fire, and escaped the edge of the sword; who gained strength from weakness, became mighty in battle, and put foreign armies to flight. <a href="/exodus/14-13.htm">Exodus 14:13-14</a> But Moses told the people, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the LORD’s salvation, which He will accomplish for you today; for the Egyptians you see today, you will never see again. / The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” <a href="/2_corinthians/1-10.htm">2 Corinthians 1:10</a> He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us. In Him we have placed our hope that He will yet again deliver us, <a href="/psalms/34-7.htm">Psalm 34:7</a> The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear Him, and he delivers them. <a href="/acts/12-7.htm">Acts 12:7-11</a> Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He tapped Peter on the side and woke him up, saying, “Get up quickly.” And the chains fell off his wrists. / “Get dressed and put on your sandals,” said the angel. Peter did so, and the angel told him, “Wrap your cloak around you and follow me.” / So Peter followed him out, but he was unaware that what the angel was doing was real. He thought he was only seeing a vision. ... <a href="/romans/8-31.htm">Romans 8:31</a> What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? <a href="/isaiah/26-3.htm">Isaiah 26:3-4</a> You will keep in perfect peace the steadfast of mind, because he trusts in You. / Trust in the LORD forever, because GOD the LORD is the Rock eternal. <a href="/1_peter/4-12.htm">1 Peter 4:12-13</a> Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial that has come upon you, as though something strange were happening to you. / But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. <a href="/deuteronomy/31-6.htm">Deuteronomy 31:6</a> Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or terrified of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.” <a href="/matthew/10-28.htm">Matthew 10:28</a> Do not be afraid of those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Instead, fear the One who can destroy both soul and body in hell. <a href="/2_chronicles/32-7.htm">2 Chronicles 32:7-8</a> “Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged before the king of Assyria and the vast army with him, for there is a greater One with us than with him. / With him is only the arm of flesh, but with us is the LORD our God to help us and to fight our battles.” So the people were strengthened by the words of Hezekiah king of Judah.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of your hand, O king.our God.<a href="/daniel/4-35.htm">Daniel 4:35</a> And all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?<a href="/daniel/6-20.htm">Daniel 6:20-22,27</a> And when he came to the den, he cried with a lamentable voice unto Daniel: and the king spake and said to Daniel, O Daniel, servant of the living God, is thy God, whom thou servest continually, able to deliver thee from the lions? … <a href="/genesis/17-1.htm">Genesis 17:1</a> And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/daniel/2-47.htm">Able</a> <a href="/daniel/3-11.htm">Blazing</a> <a href="/daniel/3-15.htm">Burning</a> <a href="/ezekiel/37-23.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/daniel/3-15.htm">Fiery</a> <a href="/daniel/3-11.htm">Fire</a> <a href="/daniel/3-11.htm">Flaming</a> <a href="/daniel/3-15.htm">Furnace</a> <a href="/daniel/2-38.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/ezekiel/34-12.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/ezekiel/34-27.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/ezekiel/37-23.htm">Save</a> <a href="/daniel/3-14.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/daniel/3-14.htm">Serve</a> <a href="/daniel/3-14.htm">Serving</a> <a href="/daniel/3-11.htm">Thrown</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/daniel/3-29.htm">Able</a> <a href="/daniel/3-20.htm">Blazing</a> <a href="/daniel/3-20.htm">Burning</a> <a href="/daniel/3-29.htm">Deliver</a> <a href="/daniel/3-20.htm">Fiery</a> <a href="/daniel/3-20.htm">Fire</a> <a href="/daniel/3-20.htm">Flaming</a> <a href="/daniel/3-19.htm">Furnace</a> <a href="/daniel/4-35.htm">Hand</a> <a href="/daniel/6-14.htm">Rescue</a> <a href="/daniel/4-26.htm">Safe</a> <a href="/daniel/6-7.htm">Save</a> <a href="/daniel/3-18.htm">Servants</a> <a href="/daniel/3-18.htm">Serve</a> <a href="/daniel/3-18.htm">Serving</a> <a href="/daniel/3-21.htm">Thrown</a><div class="vheading2">Daniel 3</div>1. <a href="/daniel/3-1.htm">Nebuchadnezzar dedicates a golden image in Dura.</a> 3. <a href="/daniel/3-3.htm">They being threatened, make a good confession.</a> 8. <a href="/daniel/3-8.htm">Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego are accused for not worshipping the image.</a> 19. <a href="/daniel/3-19.htm">They are cast into the furnace,</a> 24. <a href="/daniel/3-24.htm">from which God delivers them.</a> 28. <a href="/daniel/3-28.htm">Nebuchadnezzar seeing the miracle blesses God, and advances them.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/daniel/3.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/daniel/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/daniel/3.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div>If the God whom we serve exists This phrase reflects the unwavering faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the existence and power of the God of Israel. In the context of Babylonian exile, where multiple deities were worshipped, their declaration stands as a testament to monotheism. The phrase echoes the Shema from <a href="/deuteronomy/6-4.htm">Deuteronomy 6:4</a>, affirming the belief in one true God. It also challenges the prevailing polytheistic culture, emphasizing the exclusivity and supremacy of Yahweh.then He is able to deliver us This statement underscores God's omnipotence and ability to intervene in human affairs. The confidence in divine deliverance is reminiscent of God's past acts of salvation, such as the Exodus from Egypt (<a href="/exodus/14-13.htm">Exodus 14:13-14</a>). It highlights the belief that God is not only a creator but also a sustainer and protector. This assurance of deliverance is a recurring theme in the Psalms, such as <a href="/psalms/34-17.htm">Psalm 34:17</a>, where the righteous are promised deliverance from troubles.from the blazing fiery furnace The fiery furnace symbolizes the severe trials and persecutions faced by believers. Historically, such furnaces were used for smelting metals, and their intense heat is a metaphor for extreme testing. This imagery is paralleled in <a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm">Isaiah 43:2</a>, where God promises to be with His people through fire and water. The furnace also foreshadows the ultimate trial of Jesus Christ, who endured suffering and death, yet emerged victorious.and from your hand, O king This phrase directly addresses King Nebuchadnezzar, acknowledging his earthly authority while simultaneously asserting God's higher power. It reflects the tension between divine sovereignty and human authority, a theme explored in <a href="/romans/13.htm">Romans 13:1-2</a>. The acknowledgment of the king's power is respectful yet firm, indicating that while they recognize his rule, their ultimate allegiance is to God. This mirrors the early Christian stance in <a href="/acts/5-29.htm">Acts 5:29</a>, where obedience to God takes precedence over human commands.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/s/shadrach,_meshach,_and_abednego.htm">Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego</a> These are the three Hebrew men who refused to bow down to King Nebuchadnezzar's golden image. They are known for their unwavering faith in God, even in the face of death. 2. <a href="/topical/k/king_nebuchadnezzar.htm">King Nebuchadnezzar</a> The Babylonian king who erected a massive golden statue and commanded all his subjects to worship it. His decree set the stage for the test of faith faced by Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_blazing_fiery_furnace.htm">The Blazing Fiery Furnace</a> This was the method of execution chosen by Nebuchadnezzar for those who refused to worship the golden image. It symbolizes the severe trials and persecutions faced by believers. 4. <a href="/topical/b/babylon.htm">Babylon</a> The empire where these events took place, representing a culture and government opposed to the worship of the one true God. 5. <a href="/topical/t/the_golden_image.htm">The Golden Image</a> A symbol of idolatry and the pressure to conform to societal norms that are contrary to God's commands.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/f/faith_in_god's_sovereignty.htm">Faith in God's Sovereignty</a> Trust in God's ability to deliver, regardless of the outcome, is a central theme. Our faith should not be contingent on our circumstances. <a href="/topical/c/courage_to_stand_firm.htm">Courage to Stand Firm</a> Like Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we are called to stand firm in our convictions, even when facing societal pressure or persecution. <a href="/topical/g/god's_presence_in_trials.htm">God's Presence in Trials</a> The presence of God in the midst of the fiery furnace reminds us that He is with us in our trials, providing comfort and strength. <a href="/topical/w/witness_to_the_world.htm">Witness to the World</a> The faith and courage of these men served as a powerful testimony to King Nebuchadnezzar and the Babylonian empire. Our faith can also be a witness to those around us. <a href="/topical/t/the_cost_of_discipleship.htm">The Cost of Discipleship</a> Following God may come with a cost, but the eternal rewards far outweigh any temporary suffering.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_daniel_3.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Daniel 3</a> <a href="/q/how_does_daniel_3_compare_to_other_trials.htm">How does the dramatic rescue in Daniel 3 align with other biblical narratives where faithful individuals still suffer or are not saved miraculously?</a> <a href="/q/why_is_daniel_absent_in_daniel_3.htm">Why is Daniel, a prominent figure in the king's court, conspicuously absent in the events of Daniel 3?</a> <a href="/q/meaning_of_'though_he_slay_me,_yet_trust'.htm">What does "Though He slay me, yet will I trust" mean?</a> <a href="/q/what_defines_a_spirit_animal.htm">How does Azariah express faith and repentance in prayer?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/daniel/3.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) If it be so.--The meaning becomes clearer by omitting the word "so." The sentence will then stand as follows: "If our God is able to deliver us . . . then He will do so; but if He does not deliver us, be assured that we will not serve thy gods." The three holy children are quite content to leave the whole matter in the hands of Providence. They know that the law of obedience is the first law of all, and this they are resolved to keep. There is not the slightest ground for supposing that they expected a miraculous deliverance. Their language implies no more than faithful obedience. (See <a href="/isaiah/43-2.htm" title="When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you: when you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle on you.">Isaiah 43:2</a>.)Is able.--They did not question His power; they did not know whether He would will to exercise the use of it. (Comp. <a href="/genesis/19-22.htm" title="Haste you, escape thither; for I cannot do anything till you be come thither. Therefore the name of the city was called Zoar.">Genesis 19:22</a>.) <a href="/commentaries/daniel/3-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div>If הֵ֣ן (hên) Conjunction <a href="/hebrew/strongs_2006.htm">Strong's 2006: </a> Lo!, there, less, whether, but, if the God אֱלָהַ֙נָא֙ (’ĕ·lā·ha·nā) Noun - masculine singular construct | first person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_426.htm">Strong's 426: </a> God whom דִּֽי־ (dî-) Pronoun - relative <a href="/hebrew/strongs_1768.htm">Strong's 1768: </a> Who, which, that, because we אֲנַ֣חְנָא (’ă·naḥ·nā) Pronoun - first person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_586.htm">Strong's 586: </a> We serve פָֽלְחִ֔ין (p̄ā·lə·ḥîn) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_6399.htm">Strong's 6399: </a> To pay reverence to, serve exists, אִיתַ֗י (’î·ṯay) Adverb <a href="/hebrew/strongs_383.htm">Strong's 383: </a> Entity, as a, particle of affirmation, there is then He is able יָכִ֖ל (yā·ḵil) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3202.htm">Strong's 3202: </a> To be able to deliver us לְשֵׁיזָבוּתַ֑נָא (lə·šê·zā·ḇū·ṯa·nā) Preposition-l | Verb - Hifil - Infinitive construct | first person common plural <a href="/hebrew/strongs_7804.htm">Strong's 7804: </a> To leave, free from מִן־ (min-) Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4481.htm">Strong's 4481: </a> From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than the burning יָקִֽדְתָּ֛א (yā·qiḏ·tā) Verb - Qal - Participle - feminine singular determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3345.htm">Strong's 3345: </a> To burn fiery נוּרָ֧א (nū·rā) Noun - common singulard <a href="/hebrew/strongs_5135.htm">Strong's 5135: </a> A fire furnace אַתּ֨וּן (’at·tūn) Noun - masculine singular construct <a href="/hebrew/strongs_861.htm">Strong's 861: </a> A fire-place, furnace and from וּמִן־ (ū·min-) Conjunctive waw | Preposition <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4481.htm">Strong's 4481: </a> From, out of, by, by reason of, at, more than your hand, יְדָ֥ךְ (yə·ḏāḵ) Noun - feminine singular construct | second person masculine singular <a href="/hebrew/strongs_3028.htm">Strong's 3028: </a> A hand O king. מַלְכָּ֖א (mal·kā) Noun - masculine singular determinate <a href="/hebrew/strongs_4430.htm">Strong's 4430: </a> A king <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/daniel/3-17.htm">Daniel 3:17 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/daniel/3-17.htm">OT Prophets: Daniel 3:17 If it be so our God whom (Dan. 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