Daniel Chapter 4: King Nebuchadnezzar has
another dream, and Daniel interprets it. The dream reveals that Nebuchadnezzar
will be humbled and live like a wild animal for a period of time due to his
pride. The interpretation comes true, and Nebuchadnezzar experiences this
humbling transformation. Afterward, he acknowledges God's sovereignty and
power, praising Him.
Daniel Chapter 5: Belshazzar, Nebuchadnezzar's
successor, holds a great feast and uses the vessels from the Jerusalem temple
for his festivities. A mysterious hand appears and writes a message on the
wall, which Daniel interprets as a warning of Belshazzar's downfall. That very
night, Belshazzar is killed, and the Medes and Persians conquer Babylon.
Daniel Chapter 6: In this chapter, Daniel is
appointed as one of three high administrators in the kingdom of Darius, a
Medo-Persian ruler. Some officials scheme to have Daniel arrested by exploiting
his unwavering commitment to his faith. They trick Darius into issuing a decree
that forbids anyone from praying to any god other than the king for a period of
time. Daniel defies the decree, continues praying to God, and is thrown into a
den of lions. God miraculously saves Daniel, and Darius acknowledges God's
power.