^18 (A)that they might seek mercies from the God of heaven concerning this secret, so that Daniel and his companions might not perish with the rest of the wise men of Babylon.

²⁹ As for you, O king, thoughts came to your mind while on your bed, about what would come to pass after this; ^(A)and He who reveals secrets has made known to you what will be.

^30 (A)But as for me, this secret has not been revealed to me because I have more wisdom than anyone living, but for our sakes who make known the interpretation to the king, ^(B)and that you may ^[a]know the thoughts of your heart.