Daniel 1:10

New Living Translation

But he responded, “I am afraid of my lord the king, who has ordered that you eat this food and wine. If you become pale and thin compared to the other youths your age, I am afraid the king will have me beheaded.”

Cross References

Proverbs 29:25

Fearing people is a dangerous trap, but trusting the Lord means safety.

Daniel 1:11

Daniel spoke with the attendant who had been appointed by the chief of staff to look after Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah.

Daniel 1:9

Now God had given the chief of staff both respect and affection for Daniel.