Daniel in the Lions Den Orthodox Byzantine Icon Rock Slate Plaque

The story of Daniel in the Lions’ Den is one of the most beloved and faith-inspiring accounts in all of the Old Testament. Daniel was a Jewish exile who had risen to great prominence in the court of the Persian king Darius, serving with such integrity and wisdom that the king planned to set him over the entire kingdom. Jealous officials, unable to find any fault in Daniel, devised a trap: they convinced the king to issue a decree forbidding prayer to anyone but himself for thirty days. Daniel, knowing the decree had been signed, went home, opened his windows toward Jerusalem, and prayed to God three times a day — just as he had always done. He was arrested and thrown into the den of lions. The king, deeply distressed, spent the night fasting. At dawn he rushed to the den and called out anxiously: “Daniel, servant of the living God, has your God, whom you serve continually, been able to rescue you?” Daniel answered from the darkness: “My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions.” Daniel was lifted out unharmed, and the king issued a decree throughout his empire that all people must fear and reverence the God of Daniel.

"My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt me, because I was found innocent in his sight." — Daniel 6:22

This dramatic and faith-filled scene is faithfully rendered in the Byzantine Orthodox icon tradition, printed on genuine natural rock slate. The reverent iconographic style and rich, timeless artistry capture Daniel’s miraculous deliverance with devotional beauty, while the natural texture of the slate adds an authentic, earthy quality that makes every piece truly one of a kind.

Product Details:

• Material: Natural rock slate
• Dimensions: Approximately 5.5–6 inches
• Includes a stand for easy tabletop or shelf display
• Durable, long-lasting construction
• Ready to display upon arrival

A powerful and encouraging gift for anyone facing persecution, injustice, or a trial of faith. Perfect for prayer corners, home altars, offices, or as a meaningful present for baptisms, confirmations, or any occasion celebrating God’s faithfulness and miraculous protection.