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12 This man Daniel, whom King Nebuchadnezzar named Belteshazzar, has special abilities, knowledge, and wisdom; he is able to interpret dreams, explain riddles and solve problems no one else can. Why don’t you call for Daniel? He will tell you what the writing means.

13-14 With no other options, Belshazzar gave the order, and Daniel was brought before him.

Belshazzar (to Daniel): Are you that Daniel I’ve heard so much about, one of the exiles brought here from Judah by my predecessor, King Nebuchadnezzar? I have been told that you possess the spirit of the holy gods—that you have insight, understanding, and exceptional wisdom.

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12 He did this because Daniel, whom the king called Belteshazzar,(A) was found to have a keen mind and knowledge and understanding, and also the ability to interpret dreams, explain riddles(B) and solve difficult problems.(C) Call for Daniel, and he will tell you what the writing means.(D)

13 So Daniel was brought before the king, and the king said to him, “Are you Daniel, one of the exiles my father the king brought from Judah?(E) 14 I have heard that the spirit of the gods(F) is in you and that you have insight, intelligence and outstanding wisdom.(G)

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