Meshach

Meshach is a biblical figure mentioned in the Book of Daniel. He is one of three young Jewish men, along with Shadrach and Abednego, who were taken into Babylonian captivity. These three men were chosen by Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, to be educated in the king's service. They were to be taught the Babylonian language and literature.

The story most famously associated with Meshach, Shadrach, and Abednego involves their refusal to worship a golden idol that King Nebuchadnezzar had erected. The king had commanded all his subjects to bow down and worship this idol. However, the three men, who were devoted to the God of Israel, refused. This act of defiance led to Nebuchadnezzar becoming enraged and ordering them to be thrown into a fiery furnace.

According to the biblical account, the furnace was heated seven times hotter than usual. Despite this extreme measure, Meshach, Shadrach, and Abednego were miraculously preserved. They were seen walking unharmed in the midst of the flames, and an angelic figure was observed with them. When Nebuchadnezzar looked into the furnace, he was astonished to see them alive and unscathed. This event led the king to acknowledge the power of the God of Israel and to issue a decree that no one should speak against Him. Meshach's story is often interpreted as a testament to faith, courage, and divine deliverance.