Daniel 3
The Fiery Furnace in Biblical Art
The fiery furnace gives artists a drama of empire, refusal, flame, and unexpected deliverance.
Bible and Art Context
Key depicts Nebuchadnezzar casting Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego into the furnace. The painting holds together royal power and the courage of those who will not bow.
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Nebuchadnezzar Casting Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego into the Fiery Furnace
Adriaen Thomasz. Key, 16th century, Oil on panel
Key concentrates on the moment of casting into the furnace, underscoring the cost of refusing idolatry.
Source: Wikimedia CommonsQuestions about Fiery Furnace in Art
Where is the fiery furnace in the Bible?
The story is found in Daniel 3.
Who were thrown into the furnace?
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were cast into the furnace for refusing to worship the golden image.
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