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Who became king after Nebuchadnezzar?
Who became king after Nebuchadnezzar?
King Belshazzar
Who did King Belshazzar have a great feast for?
Who did King Belshazzar have a great feast for?
A thousand of his lords
What utensils were used to drink the wine?
What utensils were used to drink the wine?
The gold and silver vessels taken from the temple in Jerusalem
Who drank the wine at the feast?
Who drank the wine at the feast?
What gods did the king praise during the feast?
What gods did the king praise during the feast?
Where did the man's hand write on the wall?
Where did the man's hand write on the wall?
How did King Belshazzar react upon seeing the hand writing on the wall?
How did King Belshazzar react upon seeing the hand writing on the wall?
Who did the king call to interpret the writing?
Who did the king call to interpret the writing?
What reward was promised for interpreting the writing on the wall?
What reward was promised for interpreting the writing on the wall?
Who advised King Belshazzar to call Daniel?
Who advised King Belshazzar to call Daniel?
What are the attributes of Daniel?
What are the attributes of Daniel?
What was the inscription on the wall?
What was the inscription on the wall?
What does MENE mean?
What does MENE mean?
What does TEKEL mean?
What does TEKEL mean?
What does PERES mean?
What does PERES mean?
What occurred during the seizure of Babylon?
What occurred during the seizure of Babylon?
Who took over Babylon?
Who took over Babylon?
What was Darius the Mede's age when he seized Babylon?
What was Darius the Mede's age when he seized Babylon?
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Study Notes
Overview of Daniel Chapter 5
- King Belshazzar succeeded Nebuchadnezzar and hosted a lavish feast for a thousand of his lords.
- During the feast, he used gold and silver vessels from the Jerusalem temple for drinking wine.
- Belshazzar and his guests included his lords, wives, and concubines, while they praised the gods of gold, silver, bronze, iron, wood, and stone.
The Mysterious Writing
- A disembodied hand appeared and wrote on the wall opposite the lampstand on the plaster, causing a panic in Belshazzar.
- King Belshazzar experienced a complete physical reaction, his demeanor changing and his knees knocking together due to fear.
Seeking Interpretation
- The king called upon astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers to interpret the mysterious writing but they could not provide an answer.
- As a solution, the queen advised Belshazzar to summon Daniel, known for his wisdom and ability to interpret dreams and solve riddles.
Attributes and Insights About Daniel
- Daniel was recognized for possessing an excellent spirit, profound knowledge, and exceptional understanding, including distinguishing enigmas and interpreting dreams.
- The inscription on the wall contained the words: MENE, MENE, TEKEL, and UPHARSIN.
Interpretation of the Writings
- MENE: Signifies that God has numbered Belshazzar's kingdom and brought it to an end.
- TEKEL: Suggests that Belshazzar has been weighed in the balance and found lacking.
- PERES: Indicates that the kingdom is divided and will be given to the Medes and Persians.
Consequences and Transition of Power
- That very night, King Belshazzar was killed as the Babylonian kingdom fell.
- Darius the Mede took control of Babylon, marking a significant historical change.
- Darius was 62 years old at the time he seized Babylon, reflecting a transition in leadership.
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