Daniel 5:16 meaning and explanation

But I have heard about you, that you are able to give interpretations and solve difficult problems. Therefore, if you can read this inscription and give me its interpretation, you will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around your neck, and you will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.”

Daniel 5:16, Berean Standard Bible

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King Belshazzar is speaking to Daniel, who has just been brought before him during the feast. The king repeats the offer he already made to Babylon's wise men: purple clothing, a gold chain, and third place in the kingdom for anyone who can read the writing on the wall.

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