17. To these four young men God gave knowledge and proficiency in all literature and wisdom, and to Daniel the understanding of all visions and dreams.
18. At the end of the time the king had specified for their preparation, the chief chamberlain brought them before Nebuchadnezzar.
19. When the king had spoken with all of them, none was found equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah; and so they entered the king’s service.
20. In any question of wisdom or understanding which the king put to them, he found them ten times better than any of the magicians and enchanters in his kingdom.
21. Daniel remained there until the first year of King Cyrus.