Daniel refusing to worship Bel 1565

"Daniel refusing to worship Bel" is a 1565 etching by Philips Galle depicting the biblical story of Daniel's refusal to worship the Babylonian idol Bel. The artwork, housed in the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, portrays a scene of tension and conflict. Daniel stands resolutely before King Cyrus, who sits on a throne adorned with pagan symbols. The inscription below identifies the scene and includes a reference to the Book of Daniel 10:25. The dramatic use of light and shadow, coupled with the detailed rendering of figures and architecture, creates a powerful and compelling visual narrative.