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Upharsin

Prophecy • Old Testament
Upharsin was one of the Aramaic words written on the wall during Belshazzar’s feast. It conveyed the idea that the kingdom would be divided.
Biblical Usage
In Daniel, Upharsin formed part of the writing interpreted for Belshazzar and conveyed the division of the kingdom. Peres is the simpler form of the same word.
Scripture References
Daniel 5:25