12 This was because an (A)extraordinary spirit, knowledge and insight, interpretation of dreams, explanation of enigmas and solving of difficult problems were found in this Daniel, whom the king named (B)Belteshazzar. Let Daniel now be summoned and he will declare the interpretation.”

Daniel Interprets Handwriting on the Wall

13 Then Daniel was brought in before the king. The king spoke and said to Daniel, “Are you that Daniel who is one of the [a](C)exiles from Judah, whom my father the king (D)brought from Judah? 14 Now I have heard about you that [b]a spirit of the gods is in you, and that illumination, insight and extraordinary wisdom have been found in you.

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Footnotes

  1. Daniel 5:13 Lit sons of the exile
  2. Daniel 5:14 Or possibly the Spirit of God