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The last king of Babylon who saw the handwriting on the wall
Historically Verified
Ancient Babylonian records name him as the son of King Nabonidus and co-ruler of Babylon, confirming the Bible's account. The tablets are at the British Museum in London.
open_in_newRegent of Babylon during Nebuchadnezzar's dynasty. He hosted a feast using sacred vessels from Jerusalem's temple, and a mysterious hand wrote on the wall. Daniel interpreted the message — "MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN" — meaning God had numbered, weighed, and divided his kingdom. That night Babylon fell to the Persians (Daniel 5).