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Daniel 5:2 · KJV

"Belshazzar, whiles he tasted the wine, commanded to bring the golden and silver vessels which his father Nebuchadnezzar had taken out of the temple which was in Jerusalem; that the king, and his princes, his wives, and his concubines, might drink therein."

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Passage Context

1Belshazzar the king made a great feast to a thousand of his lords, and drank wine before the thousand.
2Belshazzar, whiles he tasted the wine, commanded to bring the golden and silver vessels which his father Nebuchadnezzar had taken out of the temple which was in Jerusalem; that the king, and his princes, his wives, and his concubines, might drink therein.
3Then they brought the golden vessels that were taken out of the temple of the house of God which was at Jerusalem; and the king, and his princes, his wives, and his concubines, drank in them.
4They drank wine, and praised the gods of gold, and of silver, of brass, of iron, of wood, and of stone.

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Reflection Questions

1

What do you value as sacred in your life?

2

How do you handle situations where you see disrespect towards sacred things?

3

When have you felt the consequences of your actions?

Life Application

respect

Evaluate how you treat what is sacred in your life, including relationships and commitments. Strive to honor them.

accountability

Recognize the importance of being accountable for your actions, especially in how they reflect your values.

People in This Verse

BelshazzarOT

The last king of Babylon, known for his arrogance and disregard for God. His actions lead to the fall of Babylon and divine judgment.

First appearance: Daniel 5:1

NebuchadnezzarOT

King of Babylon who led the siege against Jerusalem and was known for his military conquests.

First appearance: 2 Kings 24:1

Places in This Verse

Jerusalem(Jerusalem, Israel today)

The ancient capital of Israel, significant for its religious and cultural heritage, particularly as the site of the Temple.

Babylon(Babylon, Iraq today)

An ancient city known for its grandeur and as a center of learning and culture during the Babylonian Empire.

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