2006-06-12 12:43:12 · 12 answers · asked by RACHEL 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Quotations
and where did it come from?
2006-06-12 12:45:56 · update #1
Means that fate has already been decided. Dates from the Biblical story of Belshazzar of Babylon, who gave a banquet in which writing appeared on the wall, prophesying that the Medes and the Persians would overthrow his empire.
2006-06-12 12:50:02 · answer #1 · answered by TheOnlyBeldin 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
The quotation, " The handwriting on the wall" is a Bible quotation that is located in the book of Daniel chapter 5. After reading this chapter we find that the only way to understand it is through a relationship with the one who sent it (God ) or with someone who is connected to God. As you notice from the study of the book of Daniel there were many great men that tried to discover the meaning. But, Daniel was the only one able to give the true meaning. If we look at the character of Daniel we will find that he is a man who is committed to his God and prayer. The true answer to this question and all questions lies within the heart of every individual. When a person develops a sincere relationship with God he will reveal the answers that are already lying dormant (within the individual) to the heart. It will be clear and it will seem as if the answer has always been known. The Bible states in Romans 8:10 that the word is nigh thee even in thy mouth that is the word of faith that we preach. That, if you believe in your heart and confess with your mouth you shall be saved. The writing on the wall implies that there is a clear banner, and it is on every individual heart. It is the individuals job to look within to find the answers.
2006-06-13 07:33:24 · answer #2 · answered by sincerely 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A sign of impending disaster or danger. The origin
Origin
From the Bible, Daniel 5:5/6:
In the same hour came forth fingers of a man's hand, and wrote over against the candlestick upon the plaister of the wall of the king's palace: and the king saw the part of the hand that wrote.
Then the king's countenance was changed, and his thoughts troubled him, so that the joints of his loins were loosed, and his knees smote one against another.
2006-06-12 12:48:28 · answer #3 · answered by bigjimmyguy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means "it should be very clear to you" Ex: Boyfriend cheating on you leaves plenty of "clues" so to speak so the writing is on the wall. It's obvious if you choose not to be blind to it. Don't know where it came from
2006-06-12 12:48:22 · answer #4 · answered by jackass 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The "WRITINGS ON THE WALL" were--MENE, MENE, TEKEL, UPHARSIN--MENE, MENE, meaning numbered, numbered. Repeated for the sake of emphasis--God has numbered your kingdom, and it is finished (v 25-26); TEKEL, meaning weighed; You are weighed in the balances and found wanting (v 25,27)UPHARSIN or PHARSIN is the plural of PERES meaning division-thy kingdom is split up and given to the Medes and Persians (v 25, 28)--The book of Daniel 5th chapter--it was supernaturally given, and supernaturally interpreted by Daniel--- in other words,--King, you done messed up now!!! (smile)--The king did not humble himself in his heart-exalted himself against God-desecrated sanctified vessels of the house of God-praised idol gods, and refused to glorify the true God who gives life to all (v 23 of ch. 5).
2006-06-12 16:14:45 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means that letters were written somewhere on a wall so read'em
2006-06-12 12:44:51 · answer #6 · answered by kkds14 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It means that its as plain as the nose on your face
2006-06-13 05:49:05 · answer #7 · answered by SHEILA G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it means, loud and clear which any one can understand and do not need any explanation
2006-06-13 16:00:30 · answer #8 · answered by stone 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the truth is out for all to see!
2006-06-12 12:47:27 · answer #9 · answered by golferwhoworks 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i believe it alludes to ones fore sights or the lack there of !
2006-06-13 13:24:50 · answer #10 · answered by barefootlady53 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋