The concept of greatness is often defined by power, prestige, and possessions, but God looks at humility, singularity, and consistency as the true qualities of greatness. A prophet named Daniel, who was considered a military or political loser, was great in God's estimation due to his humility, singularity, and consistency. The Medo-Persian Empire, led by Cyrus the Great, was also great, but its greatness was short-lived and empty.
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