Daniel 5:25
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
And this is the writing - Had the words been written in the Chaldean character, every wise man there, every one that could read the alphabet of his own language, could have read and interpreted them. Let it be observed, - 1. That the character which we now call Hebrew is the Chaldean character. 2. That the true Hebrew character is that which we call the Samaritan. 3. Daniel could easily read this, for it was the character used by the Jews previously to the Babylonish captivity. 4. It appears that it was simply on account of the strangeness of the character that the Chaldeans could not read it. I shall set down the words in both characters, by which the least learned reader may see that it was quite possible that one might be well known, while the other might be unintelligible. In ancient times, no doubt, these letters differed more from each other than they appear to do now; for we know that the Samaritan on ancient coins, though radically the same, differs very much from that now used in printing. It should be observed, that each word stands for a short sentence; מנא mene signifies Numeration; תקל tekel, Weighing; and פרש peres, Division. And so the Arabic translates them mokeeson, measured; mewzonon, weighed; mokesoomon, divided. All the ancient Versions, except the Syriac, read the words simply Mene, Tekel, Phares, as they are explained in the following verses; without the repetition of Mene, and without the conjunction ו vau and plural termination, ין in, in Peres.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin--literally, "numbered, weighed, and dividers."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And this is the writing that was written,.... They are such and such letters, and so to be read, as follows: MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN; which are Chaldee words, and may be literally rendered, "he hath numbered, he hath numbered"; that is, God hath certainly, perfectly, and exactly numbered; "he hath weighed", God hath weighed thee, Belshazzar; "and they divide the kingdom"; that is, the Medes and Persians, as appears from the following interpretation:
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:25-28 Mene, Mene, Tekel, and Parsin: These Aramaic units of measure are used on a balance to weigh quantities of goods being bought and sold. Belshazzar knew the words, but Daniel explained what they meant in this context. The God of Israel measures kings and kingdoms in the balances of justice and righteousness (cp. 4:27).
Daniel 5:25
Daniel Interprets the Handwriting
24Therefore He sent the hand that wrote the inscription. 25Now this is the inscription that was written: MENE, MENE, TEKEL, PARSIN.
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4) Ministry From Spring Harvest - Chapter 6
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(Daniel) the Writing on the Wall
By David Guzik1.5K50:18BelshazzerDAN 5:25In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the story of Belshazzar and the writing on the wall from the book of Daniel in the Bible. Belshazzar, the king of the Chaldeans, throws a lavish party and mocks God by using the holy vessels from the temple for his own pleasure. Suddenly, a hand appears and writes a message on the wall, causing Belshazzar to become terrified. The preacher emphasizes the importance of glorifying God in all aspects of our lives, including our social gatherings, and warns against the spirit of the age that prioritizes worldly pleasures over God's glory.
(Daniel: The Man God Uses #5) Fragrance of Christ
By Ed Miller1.2K1:07:18ChristGEN 41:32PRO 2:4DAN 5:25MAT 18:3COL 2:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes three main points. Firstly, he states that life is like a party and should not be taken seriously. He argues that people should not be concerned with the soul or the concept of dying. Secondly, he highlights the disrespect shown towards God and His vessels by using them mockingly. The preacher believes that this reflects a mockery of God Himself. Lastly, he mentions the imminent threat of the enemy at the gate, referring to the story of Belshazzar's death in Daniel chapter 5. The preacher concludes by urging the audience to seek God and His guidance in their lives.
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Wine for Gospel wantons...
By Thomas Shepard0ISA 28:1JER 13:12LAM 3:15DAN 5:25MIC 7:4NAM 1:10JHN 14:16REV 3:17REV 17:4Thomas Shepard preaches on the consequences of spiritual drunkenness as described in Jeremiah 13:12-15, where God fills the inhabitants of the land with a spirit of drunkenness, leading to destruction and no mercy. The causes of this spiritual drunkenness include indulgence in sinful pleasures and corrupt counsel, resulting in staggering, blindness, rage, deep sleep, exposing of one's nakedness, and vomiting up corruption. This spirit of drunkenness is a forerunner of destruction when God fills people with delusions and they reject the truth, leading to division and misery. The preacher warns against spiritual drunkenness and urges to love the truth, seek counsel, and avoid deception.
Daniel 5:25
By Chuck Smith0JudgmentRighteousnessDAN 5:25Chuck Smith delivers a powerful sermon on Daniel 5:25, focusing on the fate of King Belshazzar, who was weighed in the balances and found wanting. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing our mortality and the need to live a life that glorifies God rather than indulging in worldly pleasures. Smith warns that our lives are being measured not just by our good deeds but against the righteousness of Jesus Christ, which is the only standard that can grant us entrance into heaven. He concludes with a sobering reminder that our days are numbered, urging listeners to reflect on what they are placing on the scales of their lives. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a sincere faith in Jesus as the means to attain true righteousness.
Daniel and Belshazzar
By C.I. Scofield0DAN 5:25C.I. Scofield delves into the story of Belshazzar in Daniel 5:17-30, highlighting the unheeded lesson of history as Daniel recounts the downfall of Belshazzar's father that went ignored, leading to Belshazzar's own irreversible sentence. The heart of the lesson lies in understanding God's disciplinary dealings with Nebuchadnezzar, the first of the Gentile World-Kings, emphasizing that the most high God rules in the kingdom of men and appoints leaders as He wills, a lesson often forgotten by Gentile civilizations throughout history.
Belshazzar's Feast and the Fall of Babylon
By Arno Clemens Gaebelein0GEN 19:4DAN 5:23DAN 5:25REV 3:17REV 17:16Arno Clemens Gaebelein delves into the historical account of Belshazzar's feast and the divine judgment that followed, showcasing the defiance and blasphemy against God that led to the fall of Babylon. Drawing parallels to the present day, he warns of the impending judgment on apostate Christendom, highlighting the moral and doctrinal declension, the rejection of Christ, and the rise of a great ecclesiastical system symbolized by Babylon. Gaebelein emphasizes the importance of heeding God's call to separation from evil and honoring Christ in our hearts and lives amidst increasing corruption and apostasy.
Found Wanting
By R.A. Torrey0JudgmentRedemptionDAN 5:25R.A. Torrey's sermon 'Found Wanting' emphasizes the dire consequences of living without reverence for God, illustrated through the story of Belshazzar's feast in Daniel 5. He highlights how Belshazzar was weighed in God's balances and found wanting due to his pride and idolatry, urging listeners to reflect on their own lives and how they measure up against God's commandments. Torrey stresses that true worth is not determined by public opinion or self-assessment, but by God's standards, which are outlined in the Ten Commandments. He concludes with the hope that through Jesus Christ, who fulfilled the law, individuals can find redemption and not be found wanting. The sermon serves as a call to repentance and acceptance of Christ as the only means to be weighed favorably in God's eyes.
Belshazzar's Feast and the Fall of Babylon
By John F. Walvoord0PSA 2:1ISA 13:17ISA 21:2JER 51:33JER 51:57DAN 5:251TH 5:1John F. Walvoord preaches on the downfall of Belshazzar and the fall of Babylon as prophesied in the book of Daniel. The sermon highlights the divine judgment on the wicked world, illustrating how human pride and security are defenseless against God's judgment. The narrative serves as a warning that the honors and security of this world are short-lived and futile compared to God's ultimate authority and wisdom.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
And this is the writing - Had the words been written in the Chaldean character, every wise man there, every one that could read the alphabet of his own language, could have read and interpreted them. Let it be observed, - 1. That the character which we now call Hebrew is the Chaldean character. 2. That the true Hebrew character is that which we call the Samaritan. 3. Daniel could easily read this, for it was the character used by the Jews previously to the Babylonish captivity. 4. It appears that it was simply on account of the strangeness of the character that the Chaldeans could not read it. I shall set down the words in both characters, by which the least learned reader may see that it was quite possible that one might be well known, while the other might be unintelligible. In ancient times, no doubt, these letters differed more from each other than they appear to do now; for we know that the Samaritan on ancient coins, though radically the same, differs very much from that now used in printing. It should be observed, that each word stands for a short sentence; מנא mene signifies Numeration; תקל tekel, Weighing; and פרש peres, Division. And so the Arabic translates them mokeeson, measured; mewzonon, weighed; mokesoomon, divided. All the ancient Versions, except the Syriac, read the words simply Mene, Tekel, Phares, as they are explained in the following verses; without the repetition of Mene, and without the conjunction ו vau and plural termination, ין in, in Peres.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Mene, Mene, Tekel, Upharsin--literally, "numbered, weighed, and dividers."
John Gill Bible Commentary
And this is the writing that was written,.... They are such and such letters, and so to be read, as follows: MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN; which are Chaldee words, and may be literally rendered, "he hath numbered, he hath numbered"; that is, God hath certainly, perfectly, and exactly numbered; "he hath weighed", God hath weighed thee, Belshazzar; "and they divide the kingdom"; that is, the Medes and Persians, as appears from the following interpretation:
Tyndale Open Study Notes
5:25-28 Mene, Mene, Tekel, and Parsin: These Aramaic units of measure are used on a balance to weigh quantities of goods being bought and sold. Belshazzar knew the words, but Daniel explained what they meant in this context. The God of Israel measures kings and kingdoms in the balances of justice and righteousness (cp. 4:27).