¹² This was because an ^(A)extraordinary spirit, knowledge and insight, interpretation of dreams, explanation of enigmas, and ^[a]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.”

¹⁴ Now I have heard about you that ^[a]a spirit of the gods is in you, and that illumination, insight, and extraordinary wisdom have been found in you.

²³ At the ^(A)beginning of your supplications the word was issued, so I have come to tell you, for you are ^[a](B)highly esteemed; so understand the message and gain ^(C)understanding in what has appeared.