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Daniel 5:29 Cross-References

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Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.

Daniel 5:29 (KJV)

Historical Context for Daniel 5:29

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Belshazzarthe king of Babylon, son of Nebuchadnezzar (DAN 5:1)
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Danielthe prophet of the book of Daniel (EZK 14:14)

Commentary on Daniel 5:29

Despite Daniel's stinging rebuke and pronouncement of doom, Belshazzar fulfills his promise: clothing Daniel in scarlet, putting gold chain around his neck, and proclaiming him third ruler. This shows the king's character—he keeps his word regarding rewards while ignoring the spiritual message. Perhaps he hoped honoring the prophet might avert judgment; perhaps he was simply following through mechanically on his promise. Either way, these honors prove empty: Belshazzar dies that very night (v.30), making Daniel's 'third ruler' position obsolete before dawn. This demonstrates worldly honors' tr...

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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