In 1511, leaders in Mecca believed coffee stimulated radical thinking and outlawed the drink. In 1524, the leaders overturned that order, and people could drink coffee again.
DANIEL
Daniel, Book of Daniel, Book of the Prophet Daniel
(noun) an Old Testament book that tells of the apocalyptic visions and the experiences of Daniel in the court of Nebuchadnezzar
Daniel
(noun) a wise and upright judge; “a Daniel come to judgment” -- Shakespeare
Daniel
(noun) (Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th century BC)
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Dan"i*el, n.
Definition: A Hebrew prophet distinguished for sagacity and ripeness of judgment in youth; hence, a sagacious and upright judge. A Daniel come to judgment. Shak.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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THEORETICAL
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