The Book of Daniel (2)

Nebuchadnezzar now made a huge image of gold. Assembling all the officials of his realm before it, he instructed them to prostrate themselves and worship at the first sound of the music. Anyone refusing would be cast into that very image converted into a fiery furnace. The king was informed that Daniel and his three friends had disobeyed. Sent for they are given one more opportunity to comply. They assure the king however that they will not worship him. The king in a fit of anger orders them...