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13 So the decree went out, and they began killing the wise men; and they sought Daniel and his companions, to kill them.
13 So the decree went out, and the wise men were about to be killed; and they sought Daniel and his companions, to kill them.
13 And because of the king's decree, men were sent to find and kill Daniel and his friends.
13 So the decree went forth that the wise men should be slain ; and they looked for Daniel and his friends to kill them.