A lavish feast hosted by King Belshazzar quickly descends into chaos as he defiles sacred vessels from the Jerusalem temple. In a moment of blasphemy, he and his guests drink wine and praise their idols. Suddenly, a mysterious hand appears, writing a cryptic message on the wall, sending the king into a panic. Unable to decipher the writing, Belshazzar summons Daniel, who had previously interpreted dreams for Nebuchadnezzar. Daniel boldly confronts the king, recounting the history of Nebuchadnezzar's pride and downfall, and then interprets the message: 'Mene, Mene, Tekel, Parsin.' This ominous proclamation signifies that God has numbered Belshazzar's days, weighed his actions, and declared the kingdom to be divided and given to the Medes and Persians. The chapter culminates in the fulfillment of this prophecy as Belshazzar is slain that very night. This powerful narrative underscores themes of divine judgment, accountability, and the fleeting nature of earthly power, reminding readers of the importance of reverence for God.
Daniel Chapter 5
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