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14 I have heard that you have the spirit of the gods within you and that you are filled with insight, understanding, and wisdom. 15 My wise men and enchanters have tried to read the words on the wall and tell me their meaning, but they cannot do it. 16 I am told that you can give interpretations and solve difficult problems. If you can read these words and tell me their meaning, you will be clothed in purple robes of royal honor, and you will have a gold chain placed around your neck. You will become the third highest ruler in the kingdom.”

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14 I have heard that the spirit of the gods(A) is in you and that you have insight, intelligence and outstanding wisdom.(B) 15 The wise men and enchanters were brought before me to read this writing and tell me what it means, but they could not explain it.(C) 16 Now I have heard that you are able to give interpretations and to solve difficult problems.(D) If you can read this writing and tell me what it means, you will be clothed in purple and have a gold chain placed around your neck,(E) and you will be made the third highest ruler in the kingdom.”(F)

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