This verse is part of the story of Belshazzar's feast, where a mysterious hand appeared and wrote on the wall, foretelling the fall of Babylon. The inscription 'Mene, Mene, Tekel, Parsin' was interpreted by Daniel to mean that Belshazzar's kingdom was numbered, weighed, and divided, signifying its imminent downfall and division among the Medes and Persians. This event serves as a powerful reminder of God's sovereignty and judgment over earthly kingdoms, emphasizing the consequences of pride and disobedience. It showcases the importance of humility and reverence before God, as well as the certainty of divine justice.