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Daniel 5:9 Β· KJV

"Then was king Belshazzar greatly troubled, and his countenance was changed in him, and his lords were astonied."

King James Version

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Passage Context

7The 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.
8Then came in all the king's wise men: but they could not read the writing, nor make known to the king the interpretation thereof.
9Then was king Belshazzar greatly troubled, and his countenance was changed in him, and his lords were astonied.
10Now the queen, by reason of the words of the king and his lords, came into the banquet house: and the queen spake and said, O king, live for ever: let not thy thoughts trouble thee, nor let thy countenance be changed:
11There is a man in thy kingdom, in whom is the spirit of the holy gods; and in the days of thy father light and understanding and wisdom, like the wisdom of the gods, was found in him; whom the king Nebuchadnezzar thy father, the king, I say, thy father, made master of the magicians, astrologers, Chaldeans, and soothsayers;

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Reflection Questions

1

When have you felt overwhelmed by your circumstances?

2

How do you cope with feelings of anxiety or fear?

3

What does it mean for you to face your fears?

Life Application

anxiety

Acknowledge your feelings and seek support from friends or family.

trust

Trust in God's plan even when circumstances seem dire.

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

Places in This Verse

Babylon(Hillah, Iraq today)

Babylon was a major city of ancient Mesopotamia, known for its impressive architecture and as a center of culture and power.

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