Daniel 2:16-23

16So Daniel went to see the king. He asked the king for more time. Then he would be able to tell the king what the dream meant.

17Then Daniel went to his home. He told his friends, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah what had happened.

18He told them that they should pray to God in heaven. They should pray that God would help them with this problem. They should ask God to keep them safe. Then they would not die with all the other wise men of Babylon.

19During the night, Daniel had a vision. God showed him the secret of the king's dream. Then Daniel praised the God of heaven.

20He said, ‘Praise God's great name for ever! He has great wisdom and great power.

21He makes things happen at the right time. He gives to some kings authority to rule. And he takes that authority away from other kings. He causes some people to become wise. He helps people to understand the things that they learn.

22He explains difficult problems and secret things. He knows about all things, even when they are in dark places. He himself lives in the light.

23My ancestors' God, I thank you and I praise you! You have made me wise and you have made me strong. We asked you to help us, and now you have shown me your answer. You have explained the king's problem to us. So I thank you.’