Darius
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Darius was the name of several kings of Persia. It is possible that “Darius” was a title rather than a name.
- “Darius the Mede” was the king who was tricked into having the prophet Daniel thrown into a lion’s den as punishment for worshiping God.
- “Darius the Persian” helped facilitate the reconstruction of the temple in Jerusalem during the time of Ezra and Nehemiah.
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(See also: Persia, Babylon, Daniel, Ezra, Nehemiah)
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