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Daniel lifts his hands in prayer from an open window set in a rugged stone wall, his eyes raised heavenward in public devotion. The ancient doorway-like opening and Hebrew-style garments frame the moment as an Old Testament scene of steadfast worship. The subject recalls Daniel 6:10, when Daniel continued his disciplined prayers with his windows open toward Jerusalem despite the king’s decree. His raised hands also echo the language of the Psalms: blessing God and lifting hands in His name. The image speaks of covenant faithfulness, courageous prayer, and worship that remains visible even under pressure.