The answer is: Belteshazzar

Daniel 1:7

In the Book of Daniel, we are usually focused on the heroic tales of Daniel and his three friends: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. It's intriguing to note that, although “Belteshazzar” is often confused as one of the friends, this actually refers to Daniel himself! Belteshazzar was given to Daniel by the Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar, much like how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego - originally named Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah - were renamed after the Babylonian gods.

Daniel’s courage and resolve to maintain his faith despite pressures to conform to the surrounding culture shine brightly throughout these narratives. It’s a prime example of the theme of resilience, echoing the stories of other Biblical figures who faced similar trials. You can think of Moses standing up to Pharaoh or Esther confronting the king on behalf of her people.

Interestingly, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were cast into a fiery furnace for refusing to worship a statue, and yet, they emerged unharmed. This has prompted architectural moments in worship spaces, like "fiery furnace" memorials that remind the faithful of steadfast faith. Their courage has inspired countless songs, stories, and sermons spanning centuries, vibrant with hope and resilience, urging believers to stand firm in their convictions, just as they did.