Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Daniel 5:7 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Daniel 5:7 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Daniel chapter 5 verse 7 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The king cried aloud to bring in the astrologers, the Chaldeans, and the soothsayers. And the king spake, and said to the wise men of Babylon, Whosoever shall read this writing, and shew me the interpretation thereof, shall be clothed with scarlet, and have a chain of gold about his neck, and shall be the third ruler in the kingdom. aloud: Cald. with might scarlet: or, purple”
Daniel 5:7 (KJV)
Commentary on Daniel 5:7
Belshazzar immediately summons Babylon's wise men—astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers—offering extravagant rewards for interpretation: scarlet/purple clothing (royal colors), gold chain (symbol of high office), and position as 'third ruler' in the kingdom. The offer reveals desperation: the king will give nearly anything for understanding. 'Third ruler' reflects political reality—Nabonidus was first, Belshazzar (co-regent) second, so the highest available position was third. This echoes chapter 2 and 4's pattern: when confronted with divine revelation, human wisdom proves inadequate. The w...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Daniel 5:7
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“and they clothed Daniel with purple”
“that you can give interpretations”
“and gave him many great gifts”
“and put it on Joseph's hand”
“you shall receive of me gifts and rewards and great honor: therefore show me the dream and the interpretation of it.”
“of whom Daniel was one; that these satraps might give account to them”
“and I put bracelets on your hands”
“the stargazers”
“and the enchanters”
“and whatever you say to me I will do. Please come therefore”