Definition

1. Noun:
   • An Apocryphal book consisting of text added to the Book of Daniel: "Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Children" is the title of a specific deuterocanonical or apocryphal text. It is an addition to the biblical Book of Daniel found in some ancient versions, notably the Greek Septuagint. The text contains the prayers and hymns uttered by Azariah (Abednego) and his companions, Hananiah (Shadrach) and Mishael (Meshach), while they were in the fiery furnace.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The "Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Children" is included in the Catholic and Orthodox Old Testaments.
  • Scholars study the "Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Children" to understand the development of the Daniel tradition.

Advanced Usage

• As a textual unit: The title is often used to refer to this specific passage as a singular literary work within biblical studies.
  • The liturgical use of the "Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Children" has a long history in Christian worship.

Variants and Related Words

• The Song of the Three Holy Children: This is an alternative, commonly used title for the same text.
• Additions to Daniel: This is a broader categorical term that includes the "Prayer of Azariah and Song of the Three Children" along with the "Story of Susanna" and "Bel and the Dragon."

Synonyms

• Apocryphal addition to Daniel: A descriptive synonym highlighting its non-canonical status in some traditions and its location.
• Deuterocanonical text: A term used in traditions that include it in the canon, emphasizing its secondary or debated canonical status.

Related Phrases

• Not applicable: As a proper noun referring to a specific text, it does not form standard phrasal verbs or idioms. It is used as a fixed title.

Related Idioms

• Not applicable: There are no common idioms derived from this specific book title.

Noun

1. an Apocryphal book consisting of text added to the Book of Daniel