Daniel 5:29
Daniel 5:29 in Multiple Translations
Then Belshazzar gave the command, and they clothed Daniel in purple, placed a gold chain around his neck, and proclaimed him the third highest ruler in the kingdom.
Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with purple, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
Then, by the order of Belshazzar, they put a purple robe on Daniel, and a gold chain round his neck, and a public statement was made that he was to be a ruler of high authority in the kingdom.
Then Belshazzar gave the order and Daniel was clothed in purple and had a gold chain placed around his neck. He was proclaimed the third highest ruler in the kingdom.
Then at the commandement of Belshazzar they clothed Daniel with purple, and put a chaine of golde about his necke, and made a proclamation concerning him that he should be the third ruler in the kingdome.
Then hath Belshazzar said, and they have clothed Daniel with purple, and a bracelet of gold [is] on his neck, and they have proclaimed concerning him that he is the third ruler in the kingdom.
Then Belshazzar commanded, and they clothed Daniel with purple, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
Then by the king’s command Daniel was clothed with purple, and a chain of gold was put about his neck: and it was proclaimed of him that he had power as the third man in the kingdom.
Then Belshazzar did what he had promised. He put on me a purple robe like the one he himself wore. He put a gold chain around my neck. And he proclaimed that there would be only two others who would be more important than me in his kingdom.
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Daniel 5:29 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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בֵּ/אדַ֣יִן
אֲמַ֣ר
בֵּלְשַׁאצַּ֗ר
וְ/הַלְבִּ֤ישׁוּ
לְ/דָֽנִיֵּאל֙
אַרְגְּוָנָ֔/א
ו/המונכ/א
וְ/הַֽמְנִיכָ֥/א
דִֽי
דַהֲבָ֖/א
עַֽל
צַוְּארֵ֑/הּ
וְ/הַכְרִ֣זֽוּ
עֲל֔וֹ/הִי
דִּֽי
לֶהֱוֵ֥א
שַׁלִּ֛יט
תַּלְתָּ֖א
בְּ/מַלְכוּתָֽ/א
בֵּ/אדַ֣יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
then
Adj | Adv
אֲמַ֣ר
ʼămar
H560
to say
Adj
בֵּלְשַׁאצַּ֗ר
Bêlshaʼtstsar
H1113
Belshazzar
Adj
וְ/הַלְבִּ֤ישׁוּ
lᵉbash
H3848
to clothe
Adj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3mp
לְ/דָֽנִיֵּאל֙
Dânîyêʼl
H1841
Daniel
Adj | N-proper
אַרְגְּוָנָ֔/א
ʼargᵉvân
H711
purple
Adj | Art
ו/המונכ/א
hamnîyk
H2002
chain
Adj | N-ms | Art
וְ/הַֽמְנִיכָ֥/א
hamnîyk
H2002
chain
Adj | N-ms | Art
דִֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
דַהֲבָ֖/א
dᵉhab
H1722
gold
Adj | Art
עַֽל
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj
צַוְּארֵ֑/הּ
tsavvaʼr
H6676
neck
Adj | Suff
וְ/הַכְרִ֣זֽוּ
kᵉraz
H3745
to proclaim
Adj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3mp
עֲל֔וֹ/הִי
ʻal
H5922
since
Adj | Suff
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
that
Adj
לֶהֱוֵ֥א
hâvâʼ
H1934
to be
Adj
שַׁלִּ֛יט
shallîyṭ
H7990
ruling
Adj
תַּלְתָּ֖א
tᵉlath
H8531
third
Adj
בְּ/מַלְכוּתָֽ/א
malkûw
H4437
kingdom
Adj | N-fs | Art
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Hebrew Word Reference — Daniel 5:29
בֵּ/אדַ֣יִן
ʼĕdayin
H116
"then"
Adj | Adv
Then or at that time, referring to a specific point in the past or future, like in the story of creation when God said 'then' the earth was formed. It is used to show a sequence of events. The KJV translates it as 'then' or 'now'.
Definition: then, afterwards, thereupon, from that time Aramaic of az (אָז "then" H0227A)
Usage: Occurs in 53 OT verses. KJV: now, that time, then. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 4:16; Daniel 7:19.
אֲמַ֣ר
ʼămar
H560
"to say"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means to say or speak, often used when God commands or declares something, as seen in many KJV translations. It is used with great flexibility, including to command, declare, or tell. This word appears in various contexts, including Genesis and Exodus.
Definition: (P'al) to say, to speak, to command, to tell, to relate Aramaic of a.mar (אָמַר "to say" H0559)
Usage: Occurs in 65 OT verses. KJV: command, declare, say, speak, tell. See also: Ezra 5:3; Daniel 3:28; Jeremiah 10:11.
בֵּלְשַׁאצַּ֗ר
Bêlshaʼtstsar
H1113
"Belshazzar"
Adj
Belshazzar was a king of Babylon at the time of its fall, as told in Daniel 5. He was the son of Nebuchadnezzar and Daniel interpreted the writing on the wall for him. His name means Bel protect the king.
Definition: A man living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Dan.5.1; son of: Nebuchadnezzar (H5019) Aramaic of be.le.shats.tsar (בֵּֽלְאשַׁצַּר, בֵּלְשַׁאצַּר "Belshazzar" H1112) § Belshazzar = "Bel protect the king" king of Babylon at the time of its fall; he to whom Daniel interpreted the writing on the wall
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: Belshazzar. See also: Daniel 5:1; Daniel 5:22; Daniel 7:1.
וְ/הַלְבִּ֤ישׁוּ
lᵉbash
H3848
"to clothe"
Adj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3mp
To clothe means to wrap something around or put on a garment. This word is similar to H3847 and is used in the Bible to describe being clothed or dressing someone.
Definition: 1) to be clothed 1a) (P'al) to be clothed 1b) (Aphel) to clothe someone
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: clothe. See also: Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:16; Daniel 5:29.
לְ/דָֽנִיֵּאל֙
Dânîyêʼl
H1841
"Daniel"
Adj | N-proper
The prophet Daniel, also called Belteshazzar, lived during the Exile and Return, and his name means God is my judge.
Definition: A prophet living at the time of Exile and Return, first mentioned at Ezk.14.14; also called Belteshazzar at Dan.1.7; 2.26; 4.8,9,18,19; 5.12; 10.1; Aramaic of da.niy.yel (דָּנִיֵּאל, דָּנִאֵל "Daniel" H1840) § Daniel = "God is my judge" 1) the 4th of the greater prophets, taken as hostage in the first deportation to Babylon, because of the gift of God of the interpretation of dreams, he became the 2nd in command of the Babylon empire and lasted through the end of the Babylonian empire and into the Persian empire. His prophecies are the key to the understanding of end time events. Noted for his purity and holiness by contemporary prophet, Ezekiel 1a) also, 'Belteshazzar' (H01095 or H01096)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: Daniel. See also: Daniel 2:13; Daniel 5:29; Daniel 7:28.
אַרְגְּוָנָ֔/א
ʼargᵉvân
H711
"purple"
Adj | Art
In the Bible, this word describes a deep purple color, like the expensive dye used for royal robes in Esther 8:15. It signifies wealth and luxury, often associated with power and status. The color purple is mentioned in various contexts, including descriptions of rich fabrics.
Definition: purple, red-purple Aramaic of ar.ge.van (אַרְגְּוָן "purple" H0710)
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: purple. See also: Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:16; Daniel 5:29.
ו/המונכ/א
hamnîyk
H2002
"chain"
Adj | N-ms | Art
This Hebrew word refers to a necklace or chain, a type of jewelry. It is used in the KJV translation to describe a decorative item, possibly made of precious metals or stones.
Definition: necklace, chain
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: chain. See also: Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:16; Daniel 5:29.
וְ/הַֽמְנִיכָ֥/א
hamnîyk
H2002
"chain"
Adj | N-ms | Art
This Hebrew word refers to a necklace or chain, a type of jewelry. It is used in the KJV translation to describe a decorative item, possibly made of precious metals or stones.
Definition: necklace, chain
Usage: Occurs in 3 OT verses. KJV: chain. See also: Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:16; Daniel 5:29.
דִֽי
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
דַהֲבָ֖/א
dᵉhab
H1722
"gold"
Adj | Art
In the Bible, this word means gold, a valuable metal. It is often used to describe items made of gold, such as jewelry or decorations.
Definition: gold Aramaic of za.hav (זָהָב "gold" H2091)
Usage: Occurs in 23 OT verses. KJV: gold(-en). See also: Ezra 5:14; Daniel 3:7; Daniel 5:29.
עַֽל
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj
Similar to H5921, this word means on, above, or because of something. It is often used to describe a reason or a direction, like in Genesis 18:5 where Abraham is asked to walk before God.
Definition: 1) upon, over, on account of, above, to, against 1a) upon, over, on account of, regarding, concerning, on behalf of 1b) over (with verbs of ruling) 1c) above, beyond (in comparison) 1d) to, against (of direction)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: about, against, concerning, for, (there-) fore, from, in, [idiom] more, of, (there-, up-) on, (in-) to, [phrase] why with. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 4:2; Daniel 7:28.
צַוְּארֵ֑/הּ
tsavvaʼr
H6676
"neck"
Adj | Suff
In the Bible, this word refers to the back of the neck, where burdens are carried, as seen in Genesis 27:16. It symbolizes strength and endurance. God often calls people to carry His burden.
Definition: neck Aramaic of tsav.var (צַוָּאר "neck" H6677A)
Usage: Occurs in 4 OT verses. KJV: neck. See also: Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:29; Hosea 10:11.
וְ/הַכְרִ֣זֽוּ
kᵉraz
H3745
"to proclaim"
Adj | V-Hiphil-Perf-3mp
To proclaim means to announce or declare something publicly, like a herald sharing news. This word is used in the Bible to describe the act of sharing important messages with others, often in a loud or formal way.
Definition: (Aphel) to herald, proclaim, make proclamation
Usage: Occurs in 1 OT verses. KJV: make a proclamation. See also: Daniel 5:29.
עֲל֔וֹ/הִי
ʻal
H5922
"since"
Adj | Suff
Similar to H5921, this word means on, above, or because of something. It is often used to describe a reason or a direction, like in Genesis 18:5 where Abraham is asked to walk before God.
Definition: 1) upon, over, on account of, above, to, against 1a) upon, over, on account of, regarding, concerning, on behalf of 1b) over (with verbs of ruling) 1c) above, beyond (in comparison) 1d) to, against (of direction)
Usage: Occurs in 86 OT verses. KJV: about, against, concerning, for, (there-) fore, from, in, [idiom] more, of, (there-, up-) on, (in-) to, [phrase] why with. See also: Ezra 4:8; Daniel 4:2; Daniel 7:28.
דִּֽי
dîy
H1768
"that"
Adj
This word is used as a relative conjunction, like 'that' or 'which', to connect ideas in sentences. It appears in Genesis and Exodus to describe relationships between people and things. The KJV translates it as 'that' or 'which'.
Definition: part of relation 1) who, which, that mark of genitive 2) that of, which belongs to, that conj 3) that, because
Usage: Occurs in 186 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] as, but, for(-asmuch [phrase]), [phrase] now, of, seeing, than, that, therefore, until, [phrase] what (-soever), when, which, whom, whose. See also: Ezra 4:9; Daniel 3:7; Jeremiah 10:11.
לֶהֱוֵ֥א
hâvâʼ
H1934
"to be"
Adj
Similar to H1933, this word means 'to be' or 'to exist', but with a broader range of applications, as seen in Daniel and Ezra. It can describe something coming to pass or becoming known.
Definition: 1) to come to pass, become, be 1a) (P'al) 1a1) to come to pass 1a2) to come into being, arise, become, come to be 1a2a) to let become known (with participle of knowing) 1a3) to be
Usage: Occurs in 54 OT verses. KJV: be, become, [phrase] behold, [phrase] came (to pass), [phrase] cease, [phrase] cleave, [phrase] consider, [phrase] do, [phrase] give, [phrase] have, [phrase] judge, [phrase] keep, [phrase] labour, [phrase] mingle (self), [phrase] put, [phrase] see, [phrase] seek, [phrase] set, [phrase] slay, [phrase] take heed, tremble, [phrase] walk, [phrase] would. See also: Ezra 4:12; Daniel 4:1; Daniel 7:23.
שַׁלִּ֛יט
shallîyṭ
H7990
"ruling"
Adj
In the Bible, this Hebrew word means having authority or being a ruler. It describes someone with mastery or power, like a captain or leader. This concept appears in various books, including the historical accounts of Israel's kings.
Definition: 1) having mastery, having authority, ruling 1a) having or exercising mastery, ruling 1b) ruler (subst) 1c) having authority 1c1) it is authorised
Usage: Occurs in 10 OT verses. KJV: captain, be lawful, rule(-r). See also: Ezra 4:20; Daniel 4:22; Daniel 5:29.
תַּלְתָּ֖א
tᵉlath
H8531
"third"
Adj
In Hebrew, this word means 'third' or 'one of three', like a third part of something. It appears in books like Genesis and Daniel, and is also used in Aramaic texts. It helps describe order or sequence.
Definition: third, one of three, a third part Aramaic of she.li.shi (שְׁלִישִׁי "third" H7992)
Usage: Occurs in 2 OT verses. KJV: third. See also: Daniel 5:16; Daniel 5:29.
בְּ/מַלְכוּתָֽ/א
malkûw
H4437
"kingdom"
Adj | N-fs | Art
A kingdom refers to the territory or area ruled by a king, like King David's kingdom in Israel. It can also mean the reign or period of time a king is in power. The word is used in the Bible to describe royal authority and dominion.
Definition: 1) royalty, reign, kingdom 1a) royalty, kingship, kingly authority 1b) kingdom 1c) realm (of territory) 1d) reign (of time)
Usage: Occurs in 43 OT verses. KJV: kingdom, kingly, realm, reign. See also: Ezra 4:24; Daniel 5:7; Daniel 7:27.
Study Notes — Daniel 5:29
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- Context
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- Daniel 5:29 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Daniel 5:29
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 5:29
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
- Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
- Cambridge Bible on Daniel 5:29
- Barnes' Notes on Daniel 5:29
- Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
- Sermons on Daniel 5:29
Context — Daniel Interprets the Handwriting
27TEKEL means that you have been weighed on the scales and found deficient.
28PERES means that your kingdom has been divided and given over to the Medes and Persians.”
29Then Belshazzar gave the command, and they clothed Daniel in purple, placed a gold chain around his neck, and proclaimed him the third highest ruler in the kingdom.
30That very night Belshazzar king of the Chaldeans was slain, 31and Darius the Mede received the kingdom at the age of sixty-two.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Daniel 5:16 | But I have heard about you, that you are able to give interpretations and solve difficult problems. Therefore, if you can read this inscription and give me its interpretation, you will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around your neck, and you will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.” |
| 2 | Daniel 5:7 | The king called out for the enchanters, astrologers, and diviners to be brought in, and he said to these wise men of Babylon, “Whoever reads this inscription and tells me its interpretation will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around his neck, and he will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.” |
Daniel 5:29 Summary
In this verse, we see Belshazzar promoting Daniel to a high position in the kingdom as a reward for interpreting the handwriting on the wall. This act shows that God can use anyone to accomplish His purposes, regardless of their background or position, as seen in Daniel 5:29. We can learn from Daniel's experience that God is a God of promotion and exaltation, and that He can lift us up and give us new opportunities, as referenced in Psalm 75:6-7. By trusting in God and remaining faithful, we can, like Daniel, experience His blessings and promotion in our lives, as seen in Jeremiah 29:11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Belshazzar promote Daniel to the third highest ruler in the kingdom?
Belshazzar promoted Daniel as a reward for interpreting the handwriting on the wall, which was a miracle that demonstrated Daniel's connection to the one true God, as seen in Daniel 5:27-28, and this act was a fulfillment of the prophecy in Daniel 4:17, where God gives rulership to whom He wishes.
What is the significance of the purple clothing and gold chain given to Daniel?
The purple clothing and gold chain were symbols of wealth, status, and power in the kingdom, as referenced in Esther 8:15, and by giving these to Daniel, Belshazzar was acknowledging Daniel's newfound position and authority in the kingdom, similar to how Mordecai was honored in Esther 6:11.
How does this verse relate to the fall of Babylon?
This verse marks the beginning of the end of Belshazzar's reign, as that very night he was slain, and the Medes and Persians took over the kingdom, fulfilling the prophecy spoken by Daniel in Daniel 5:28, which is similar to the prophecy against Tyre in Ezekiel 26:3-5, where God declares the downfall of a powerful nation.
What can we learn from Daniel's experience in this verse?
We can learn that God can use anyone, regardless of their background or position, to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Daniel 5:29, and that He is a God of promotion and exaltation, as referenced in Psalm 75:6-7, where He lifts up the humble and brings down the proud.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways that God has promoted or exalted you in your life, and how have you responded to these blessings?
- How can you, like Daniel, remain faithful and true to God even in the face of adversity or uncertainty, as seen in Daniel 6:10?
- What are some areas in your life where you need to trust God for promotion or exaltation, and how can you surrender these areas to Him, as seen in Psalm 37:5-7?
- What can you learn from Belshazzar's example about the dangers of pride and the importance of humility, as warned in Proverbs 16:18 and 1 Peter 5:6?
Gill's Exposition on Daniel 5:29
Then commanded Belshazzar,.... As soon as he had heard the writing read and interpreted; instead of being full of wrath, as might have been expected, he orders the reward promised to be given, to
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Daniel 5:29
Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
Though it were a sad unwelcome message to him, yet he would be as good as his word, and performed his promise; for his princes were witnesses to it, and the word of those kings was counted sacred; besides, it was a great thing that Daniel had unfolded, all were convinced of it as well as the king. Quest. But how comes Daniel to accept that now, which he seemed to refuse before, ? Answ. He refused before lest he should seem to prophesy for reward, which was dishonourable; now it is as it were forced upon him, for the king commanded it, and there is as much danger and crime with some in refusing a favour as boldness in begging.
Trapp's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
Daniel 5:29 Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel with scarlet, and [put] a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation concerning him, that he should be the third ruler in the kingdom.Ver. 29. Then commanded Belshazzar, and they clothed Daniel.] No nay, but they would do it; and he at length admitted it, partly that he might not seem to slight the king’ s courtesy and to be disaffected, and partly that thereby he might be the better known to the Persians for the comfort of God’ s poor people. And put a chain of gold about his neck, and made a proclamation, &c.] All this the king commanded to be done, out of an admiration of Daniel’ s divine wisdom, and that he might be dicti sui dominus, as good as his word; but not a word hear we of his repentance, such was his stupidity; nor doth Daniel exhort him to it, because he saw him to be past feeling, and knew that the decree was gone forth.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
Verse 29. Clothed Daniel with scarlet] ארגונא argevana, more probably with purple. The gold chain about the neck was an emblem of magisterial authority. It is often thus mentioned in Scripture.
Cambridge Bible on Daniel 5:29
29. Belshazzar fulfils the promise given in Daniel 5:16. The unconcern exhibited by the king at Daniel’s interpretation, especially in presence of what (as Daniel 5:30 shews) could hardly have been a distant or unsuspected danger, is scarcely consistent with historical probability. scarlet] purple, as Daniel 5:7; Daniel 5:16. that he should be ruler as one of three in the kingdom] See on Daniel 5:7.
Barnes' Notes on Daniel 5:29
Then commanded Belshazzar - In compliance with his promise, Daniel 5:16.
Whedon's Commentary on Daniel 5:29
29. And they clothed — Or, commanded to clothe. (Compare Daniel 5:17). Professor Kautzsch reads the famous phrase, third ruler in the kingdom, exactly as the A.V.
Sermons on Daniel 5:29
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The Glorying of Leaven by Carter Conlon | In this sermon, the preacher begins by recounting the story of Belshazzar and how he was blind to the truth and hardened to the gospel. The preacher then paraphrases Matthew chapte |