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Daniel obtaining some respite finds the dream. So he told me and made known to me the interpretation of these things: 17 These great beasts, which are four in number, are four kings who will arise from the earth. The saints should expect to suffer because of their faith, especially as the last days for the kingdoms of men draw near. Lion - Babylon. He will keep continual pressure on the saints of the Highest One to try to break and destroy and annihilate them. The final outcome is Gods people under the Son of Man, Jesus Christ, will receive the kingdom. 1:17) that Daniel had understanding in dreams; and here we have an early and eminent instance of it, which soon made him famous in the court of Babylon, as Joseph by the same means came to be so in the court of Egypt. Alexandra, the daughter of a rich British aristocrat, caught his attention. And the dragon gave him his power and his throne and great authority. 9:1; 12:1, AV, RV), and the book of Daniel insists here and in subsequent chapters (8:27; 10:1, 10, 11, 15, 18) on the anxiety and psychological turmoil involved in receiving, even at Gods hand, understanding of the future course of history. Joyce C. Baldwin, Daniel: An Introduction and Commentary (Downers Grove: Inter-Varsity Press, 1978), p. 143. - As for these four children, God gave them knewledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.Or, as the words might be more accurately rendered, "these lads, the four of them" (Ezekiel 1:8-10).This indicates that somehow they were separated off into a quaternion. By far, this first beast is the best of a bad bunch. What is it that these men are testifying against You? 63 But Jesus kept silent. Unfortunately, the king did not heed the dreams warning, and his kingdom was taken away for a time. While most prophecies in the Bible reveal events which will take place after the death of the recipient of the prophecy, the prophecy is revealed for impact upon those to whom it was revealed. Prophecy is always practical and relevant to the person(s) receiving it. 8 While I was contemplating the horns, behold, another horn, a little one, came up among them, and three of the first horns were pulled out by the roots before it; and behold, this horn possessed eyes like the eyes of a man, and a mouth uttering great boasts. Arioch then explained the matter to Daniel. Chapter 7 - In the first vision Daniel sees the same kingdoms, but this time he sees them as beasts. From Daniel 2:4b to the end of chapter 7, the original text was written in Aramaic (the language of Babylon in that day). (2) Chapters 7 and 8, while written in different languages, are written during the reign of Belshazzar and somehow linked by the author in Daniel 8:1. As for me, Daniel, my thoughts were greatly alarming me and my face grew pale, but I kept the matter to myself. (Daniel 7:1528, NASB95)[1], THE FOUR BEASTS REVEALED (Daniel 7:15-18). In Daniel's dream the Medo-Persian empire and it king Cyrus was represented by the bear. (5) Above all, the prophecy in this chapter means precisely what God says it means in this text, nothing more and nothing less. When God granted Daniel the wisdom to interpret the king's dream, it launched Daniel's long career as a political leader, trusted adviser, and well-known prophet. a. Nebuchadnezzar's Dream ( Daniel 2:1-16) Say: Some time later, the King had a dream. I kept looking until its wings were plucked, and it was lifted up from the ground and made to stand on two feet like a man; a human mind also was given to it. Hearing this, Nebuchadnezzar affirms that Daniel's god is "the God of gods and Lord of kings and revealer of mysteries". A Vision of Judgment (Daniel 7:9-12) 2. The scene of the four beasts arising from the sea, which Daniel saw in his night vision, is strikingly similar to the account found in the 13th chapter of Revelation: 1 And he stood on the sand of the seashore, and I saw a beast coming up out of the sea, having ten horns and seven heads, and on his horns were ten diadems, and on his heads were blasphemous names. Because of this we can have a greater understanding of this dream than Daniel did. With the death of Nebuchadnezzar comes a change in the peoples attitudes, especially their leaders toward Judaism. Agreeing with God that they are sinners but believing that Jesus Christ death paid the penalty for their sin, that He was buried, and rose from the dead three days later triumphant over sin, Satan, and death forever. For the remainder of Nebuchadnezzars life, it seems that religion in the kingdom of Babylon was at least favorable to the worship of the God of the Jews. Daniel still dreaming said he approached one of those standing there. God grants this king success and his saints suffering, but only for an appointed time. Both sets of kingdoms are brought to a sudden end and are replaced by an eternal kingdom. The ten horns are of interest to him, but most of all that final horn which arose, surpassing and replacing three others and speaking boastfully. He has shown King Nebuchadnezzar what will happen in days to come. This fourth beast has the distinction of ten horns. 16 At this, Daniel went in to the king and asked for time, so that he might interpret the dream for him." (2:14-16) Notice Daniel's calm in the face of the king's rush to judgment. The wicked will prosper and appear to get away with their opposition toward God and His saints. (5) While the process involves wicked kings and nations and the suffering of the saints, the culmination is the establishment of Gods eternal kingdom. The beast was lifted up and made to stand like a man. They believed that the Messiah would come to establish the kingdom, to bless the Jews and to condemn the Gentiles. The second scene portrays the establishment of the thrones on which the Ancient of Days and those holding court are to be seated to pronounce judgment. Neither is prophecy written to make us happy or to feel good. The expression is used in the Psalms in a more pregnant way, in reference to the coming Messiah. His followers too must be alert and ready for His return (24:44). The gap is not the prophets problem; it is ours. Prophecy is not a pep rally, which generates a great burst of short-term enthusiasm but does little to inspire faith and endurance in the midst of suffering. 31-35). At-A-Glance 1. Your dream and the visions that passed through your mind as you were lying in bed are these: The three and a half years referred to here in Daniel is the last half of the tribulation, also called the Great Tribulation and the Time of Jacobs Trouble. It is at this time that all human kingdoms will become subject to God and to the saints in the eternal kingdom, which the Son of Man will establish when He comes to the earth to judge and to rule. Centuries must therefore pass before the prophecies of Daniel are fulfilled. (9) The interpretation of Daniels vision comes in two parts, beginning with a general interpretation and then a more specific one based on Daniels questions. Daniel explained to the king that the statue represented four successive kingdoms based upon power and wealth, beginning with Babylon, while the stone and mountain signified a kingdom established by God that would never be destroyed nor given to other people. When they came in and stood before the king, 3 He not only speaks against the Most High, he oppresses the saints. Rome did conquer much of the known world, but it never conquered the whole world as this is describing. The third portion of the statue in Daniel 2 was the belly and thighs of bronze which represented the Greek empire. Through the ages, the saints have learned that they must wait for the promises of God to be fulfilled and that this may not happen in their lifetime (see Hebrews 11:13-16, 39-40). Daniels dream here in chapter 7 and Nebuchadnezzars dream in chapter 2 are one and the same dream with additional details added to Daniels dream. Bob is a pastor/teacher and elder at Community Bible Chapel in Richardson, Texas, and has contributed many of his Bible study series for use by the Foundation. Generally, it is agreed that this beast represents the Babylonian empire and king Nebuchadnezzar in particular. So the king spoke, and said, "Belteshazzar, do not let the dream or its interpretation trouble you." God is in no hurry to fulfill His promises, whether His promise of the eternal kingdom for all the saints or the promise of eternal destruction and judgment for sinners. The statue had a head of gold which corresponds to the first beast Daniel saw and described as a lion with the wings of an eagle. A night vision is given to king Nebuchadnezzar, apparently early in his reign as king of Babylon. Daniel's Dream is instantly appealing as you can reallyrelate to how Daniel is feeling. The fourth beast receives greater attention and is of the most interest to Daniel. This vision was an interactive vision, as Daniel was not only present in the vision but was able to approach one standing by to ask the meaning of what he saw. During the times of the Gentiles four empires, Daniel was told, would rise and rule over the land and people of Israel. 18 He urged them to plead for mercy from the God of heaven concerning this mystery, so . This kings boasting turns to blasphemy. We are told the Old Testament prophet could not see the distance between the first and the second coming of our Lord, just as one cannot see the distance between two mountains, when viewed from afar. Prophecy is necessary because Gods thoughts are not our thoughts, and His ways are not our ways. In fact, Daniel has trouble interpreting some of his own dreams. The entire empire was conquered between 334 and 330 B.C., just four years. He intends to make changes in time and in law. In Ezekiel, and even in Daniel (8:17), it is used in reference to a prophet. All of this is by divine design. A person should not take credit for what God does through him. When the Lord Jesus came to the earth, He often referred to Himself as the Son of Man, gradually making it clear that He was the Messiah who was God incarnate. Daniel himself had many dreams and visions, mostly related to future kingdoms of the world and the . That night his life and his kingdom came to an end. The kingdom of God will be established and the saints will possess it forever. We know that Jesus came the first time to die and that He will come again to subdue His enemies and establish His kingdom. So, this phrase refers to 3 years. Suffering is an inseparable part of the process which leads to glory. Who are these saints that the angel is speaking of? When the iniquity of the blasphemous horn reaches full bloom and his appointed time to rule is fulfilled, God will destroy him, casting his body into the fire. This description certainly fits the account of Nebuchadnezzars plunge from power and sanity in chapter 4. Here is the perseverance and the faith of the saints (Revelation 13:1-10). Are we supposed to discover their identity? The next three are waking visions seen in the presence of angels, followed by an appearance of the Messiah - the Son of Man - to interpret the vision for Daniel. Both the statue parts (made of different metals) and the beasts represent kings and kingdoms. Yet Gods covenant to David (2 Samuel 7:16; Psalm 89:14) stands and will ultimately be fulfilled. He surpasses those before him by speaking boastfully, then blaspheming, and finally seeking to overthrow Gods order. The seriousness of the prophetic truth personally affected Daniel, motivating godly fear and self-examination. Other biblical prophecies bear on the prophecies of Daniel, particularly preceding or contemporary prophecies. Daniel 2:26-49 As we consider what we have just learned from Daniels dream and as we look at Daniels response to his dream and the interpretation of it; this should indicate to us that the more we know about the future, the more our hearts should be moved to personal purity. The horn of the beast that made war against the saints was one of 10 kings who prevailed until the Ancient of days came and judged against him in favor of the saints. Prophecy reveals that which we would not and could not expect apart from divine revelation. requires it of the Chaldeans, by promises and threats. If you need one see me after the service and I will get you a copy. When the sin and oppression of evil men reaches a predetermined point, God will remove them and establish His promised eternal kingdom. (7) Who is the Ancient of Days? The final push of the times of the Gentiles will last for 3 years, then the end will come, the end of the times of the Gentiles., THE JUDGMENT AND THE FIFTH KINGDOM (Daniel 7:26-27). Rose withdraws the power from her chest, which takes the form of a ruby heart that then cracks as Unity dies peacefully in her sleep. It should be remembered that many narratives of scripture are related in a very condensed form, fuller details being added afterwards. 3:15; Zc. The Ancient of Days is a designation for God, not found elsewhere in the Bible. In the context of the coming of His kingdom and the suffering and trials which precede it, soberness is a vitally important quality which prophecy promotes: 1 Now as to the times and the epochs, brethren, you have no need of anything to be written to you. 7 And it was given to him to make war with the saints and to overcome them; and authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation was given to him. Remember he had seen the innumerable host of angels attending the Ancient of Days. The saints should also expect the wicked to prosper, for a season. But in the end, God will judge the wicked and establish His kingdom for His saints. No wonder His words stung and prompted them to act as they did. The subject of the vision in chapter 2 seems to be taken up again in chapter 7. We have talked about several times since starting this series about how studying Bible prophecy should influence you. In the Psalms and also in Daniel 7, the expression Son of Man begins to take on a more technical meaning, referring to the Messiah, who will sit on the throne of His father, David, to rule over men forever. 17 Then Daniel returned to his house and explained the matter to his friends Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah. In Daniels dream the Greek empire and Alexander the great were represented by the four-headed, four-winged leopard. Just what this means is unclear, but it suggests this arrogant king not only speaks against God, but, like Satan, he aspires to change the order God has established. A lawsuit could force the F.D.A. Our Lords first coming happened over a period of more than 30 years, and yet we view this as one coming. Daniel does not date this dream as he did the earlier dream (cf. The angel says the Antichrist will seek to make alterations in times and in law. So he told me and made known to me the interpretation of these things: These great beasts, which are four in number, are four kings who will arise from the earth. After this chapter, the book returns to the Hebrew language. Twice in chapter 7 Daniel speaks of his distress: As for me, Daniel, my spirit was distressed within me, and the visions in my mind kept alarming me (verse 15). The saints of the Highest One are given all the kingdoms of the earth for an everlasting kingdom. When his appointed time is over, God will destroy this king and his kingdom and establish His eternal kingdom on the earth. 3 And four great beasts were coming up from the sea, different from one another. 1. The identity of the kingdoms represented by the other body parts and metals was not revealed. According to our text, the prophecies of Daniel 7 will not be fulfilled for a considerable period of time. Da Dn). The three ribs in the bears mouth between its teeth most likely represent Babylon, Egypt, and Lydia, three empires conquered by the Medo-Persian empire. So they came and stood before the king. The fourth beast in Daniels dream relates to the fourth kingdom in Nebuchadnezzars dream, the Roman empire. Daniel went at once and obtained royal permission for more time, so that he could tell the king what the dream meant. Consequently, it is little wonder that in the events recorded in Daniel 5, Belshazzar was ignorant of Daniel and the abilities God had given him. Suffering and glory are a part of one work. The toasting of the gods of the Babylonians with the sacred temple vessels, recorded in chapter 5, may have been Belshazzars final act of blasphemy. 9 I kept looking until thrones were set up, And the Ancient of Days took His seat; His vesture was like white snow, And the hair of His head like pure wool. His vision in chapter 4 should have produced more distress than it did. His final offspring, so to speak, is the little horn which becomes the great blasphemer, whose life and kingdom is suddenly cut off by the Ancient of Days and the Son of Man. We are not told precisely what it is that troubles Daniel. Abraham had to believe and behave on the basis of Gods promises, rather than on the basis of his perception. 3 While they are saying, Peace and safety! then destruction will come upon them suddenly like birth pangs upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape. As the beast continues to boast, a second scene commences in Daniels vision, and for a period of time both scenes run simultaneously. (1) Daniel 7 is the last chapter written in Aramaic in the Book of Daniel. These horns are also kings, from whom kingdoms arise (verse 24). (6) None of the kings or the kingdoms are identified. The process of having a baby involves the pains of childbirth. Daniel 7 indicates in the clearest way that prior to the coming of the kingdom of God the saints will suffer at the hand of the final horn and even be overpowered by him. These are the things Daniel sees in the vision. If we go back to Daniel 2 and look at the statue in Nebuchadnezzars dream, we find that it too represented four kings and their kingdoms. How easily we turn from what is revealed to speculate about what has been concealed (see Deuteronomy 29:29). Prophecies are given so that we may look at history, especially events occurring in our own lifetime, from Gods perspective. But later on two came forward, 61 and said, This man stated, I am able to destroy the temple of God and to rebuild it in three days. 62 And the high priest stood up and said to Him, Do You make no answer? Both series of four kingdoms begin well and end badly. Salvation is likewise a process involving sufferingand then glory. The king knew that Daniel spoke the truth. He was at ease when he received the vision, and then he became fearful, and his mind alarmed him (4:4-5). 2 So the king summoned the magicians, enchanters, sorcerers and astrologers [1]to tell him what he had dreamed. The angel goes on to describe what the Antichrist will do: He will speak out against the Most High, he will be boastful and arrogant, he will deny that the Most High is God, he will deny that Jesus Christ is the Son of God. Daniels first inner turmoil occurs in chapter 7. This horn Daniel says was also waging war against the saints and overpowering them until the Ancient of Days came and judgment was passed in favor of the saints of the Highest One. Daniel's righteousness is legendary status Don't mistake Daniel as some conjurer of cheap tricks. Remember Daniel was in his 60s when he received this revelation. (7) No identification is made of the saints as Jews or Gentiles. There seems to be no Jewish nationalistic emphasis here, as there will be later.75. Just a few years later Alexander died, and his empire was divided into four parts and his four generals became the monarch of a quarter of the Greek empire. Prophecy provides men the opportunity to think and act in a way which pleases God, who determines the future and who reveals future events to men. We do not walk by sight, but by faith. First, the prophecies of Daniel are divinely inspired and revealed, and thus they are true and reliable. This was when his life took a sharp turn. 27 Daniel replied, "No wise man, enchanter, magician or diviner can explain to the king the mystery he has asked about, 28 but there is a God in heaven who reveals mysteries. What it does not destroy or consume with its teeth, it crushes under foot, much like a bull in a china shop. In his interpretation of the dream, Daniel told Nebuchadnezzar he was the head of gold. Chapter 2. These will continue to be separate nations in the confederation but will come under the little horns control and authority. Public sentiment was turning against this foreign religion, and the Babylonians, including Belshazzar, wanted a return to their old time religion the pagan worship of the gods of Babylon. This is describing an event that has never happened in the history of the world and is yet future. The precise meaning of the symbols of the raised side and the three ribs is illusive. The expression, son of man, is not new to Daniel nor to the Jews of his day. Not only was he greatly alarmed and physically sick, but he says he also kept the matter to himself. I approached one of those who were standing by and began asking him the exact meaning of all this. In his vision, Daniel observed the sea being stirred up into a raging storm by the four winds of heaven. This signifies that the events which follow have been ordained by God. He will rule over all nations forever. Humanly speaking, it was impossible for them to have a child. Things are not as they appear to be! Daniel urged them to pray for mercy from the God of heaven, . Ed, Issue 46, Winter 2023. I kept looking, and that horn was waging war with the saints and overpowering them until the Ancient of Days came and judgment was passed in favor of the saints of the Highest One, and the time arrived when the saints took possession of the kingdom. [1]New American Standard Bible : 1995 Update. Having related the dream, Daniel then interprets it: it concerns four successive kingdoms, beginning with Nebuchadnezzar, which will be replaced by the everlasting kingdom of the God of heaven. (11) What is the point of the vision? Hosted by Michael Barbaro and Sabrina . Chapter 2 contains a very significant prophecy, revealed by God to king Nebuchadnezzar. And everyone who has this hope fixed on Him purifies himself, just as He is pure. (1 John 3:13, NASB95)[5] The more we know about the future the more are hearts should be moved to practical preparation. The distance in time of the fulfillment of Daniel 7 said something very important to the captive Jews of Daniels day. (4) This is the first prophecy in the book revealed directly to Daniel. (Numbers 23:19). Then the kingdoms of the earth, the sovereignty, the dominion, the greatness of all the kingdoms under the whole heavens, in other words, the whole world will be given to the saints of the Highest One and the Highest One, Jesus Christ, will rule and it will be an everlasting kingdom, and all the dominions will serve and obey Him. A number of lessons from our text have broad application to our thinking and conduct as Christians. The message of this prophecy is really quite simple and may be summed up this way. A true account of what happened can only be gathered by reading Daniel 2:18; Daniel 2:28 by the side of this verse. An eleventh king then rises to power, different from the others, replacing three of the previous kings. The wrenching off of the wings and the transformation of the lion, making him stand on two legs and giving him the mind of a man was a picture of God humbling Nebuchadnezzar and then restoring him to his right mind, you can read about this in Daniel 4. I believe some in Babylon, like their king, came to a genuine faith in God. Episode 5 of "How I Met Your Father" Season 2 tested the friendships of everyone in the group. The words of verse 1 point to the relationship between the prophecy Daniel received and its historical setting and context. Jesus quoted the words of Daniel 7:13. 26 But the court will sit for judgment, and his dominion will be taken away, annihilated and destroyed forever. As Daniel watches, the wings are torn off the beast, and the creature stands erect like a man and a human mind is given to it. This is represented by the four heads on Daniels leopard beast. This designation refers to God the Father in a way that stresses His eternality, dignity, and power. When He came with His kingdom, they would be sure to recognize Him (24:27). 2 Peter 3:8-9, But do not let this one fact escape your notice, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years like one day. His declaration, which resulted from the deliverance of the three Hebrews, made it unlawful to hinder the worship of the Jews; his decree recorded at the end of chapter 4 went much further. The inter-relationship between the prophecies of chapters 2 and 7 is demonstrated on the following page: Deterioration: Gold to iron mixed with clay, Deterioration: Nearly human to blaspheming beast. From an eternal perspective, the coming of Christ and His kingdom is but one coming. The only human things mentioned of the fourth beast are his eyes and his mouth. Even the fate of this fourth beast is different than his three predecessors, as his life and his kingdom seem to end at the same moment. The beasts emerge out of chaos and confusion; the heavenly court is calm and dignified. What is its message to Daniel, to the Jews, and to us? Daniel was terrified or alarmed by the scenes he had seen in his mind and desired to understand what they meant. a. The first recorded vision comes to Daniel in the form of a night vision, like those of Nebuchadnezzar (2:1; 4:5) during the first year of the reign of Belshazzar. Verse 2. He will persecute and oppress the saints of the Highest One, the angel says that he will wear them down; the idea comes from the concept of wearing out a garment until it is threadbare. Consider the birth of a child, remembering that Gods deliverance and salvation is likened to birth. Daniel explains that each of these metals represents a kingdom that would rule the world, and the stone is God . At this time the kingdom of God is established. He was chosen by God to speak to the Jews in Babylon and to show them God's future plans. Then the time had arrived for the saints to take possession of the kingdom. It devoured and crushed, and trampled down the remainder with its feet; and it was different from all the beasts that were before it, and it had ten horns. While most of those in this kingdom may not have had a true conversion, at least they tolerated the Jewish faith as the religion of the state. Chapter 7 moves from the historical accounts of Daniel and his three friends to the prophetic revelations received by Daniel in the last half of the Book.76 The following chart may help us visualize the relationship of Daniels prophecies to the historical setting in which they were revealed: The first prophetic revelation is found in Daniel 2. Should we be troubled as well? It is significant for us to note Daniels reaction to this revelation from God. The boastful beast becomes even more aggressive, waging war with the saints and even overpowering them. Please stand in honor of the reading of Gods Word and follow along as I read verses 15-28. The Old Testament prophet did not see the gap because he viewed the coming of Christ as God does. Daniel 2:1). 75 Everything in chapter 7 is on a world-wide scale, the empires of the beasts, the judgment, and the nations that worship and serve the one like mortal man. Daniel (Daniel 2; 4): As He had done for Joseph, God placed Daniel in a position of power and influence by allowing him to interpret a foreign ruler's dream. In the Old Testament, the expression son of man was used most frequently in reference to men, who were merely (as opposed to God) human. They will serve and obey Him forever. 3 And I saw one of his heads as if it had been slain, and his fatal wound was healed. Those of Daniel, Nebuchadnezzar, and Darius all agree with the prophecy of Daniel 7. Thus he said: The fourth beast will be a fourth kingdom on the earth, which will be different from all the other kingdoms and will devour the whole earth and tread it down and crush it. This morning we want to look at verses 15-28 and the interpretation of Daniels dream. And the whole earth was amazed and followed after the beast; 4 and they worshiped the dragon, because he gave his authority to the beast; and they worshiped the beast, saying, Who is like the beast, and who is able to wage war with him? 5 And there was given to him a mouth speaking arrogant words and blasphemies; and authority to act for forty-two months was given to him. In Daniels dream the Roman empire was represented by such a terrible beast that Daniel could name no animal which fit its description. When the court sits for judgment, his dominion is taken from him and he is destroyed forever. Child-bearing is a process which involves suffering and glory. King Nebuchadnezzar died apparently nine years before Belshazzar came to power. With iron-like teeth, horns (some with eyes), and feet, it is utterly destructive. Daniel was given several prophetic dreams & visions; and in the seventh chapter of his writings, he records his dream of the Four Beasts, and the interpretation thereof given by an angel.This vision demonstrates the succession of kingdoms and is the very framework of all prophesy regarding the violent opposition against the Kingdom of God - waged by the Kingdom of Satan, who is allowed to . Therefore, gird your minds for action, keep sober in spirit, fix your hope completely on the grace to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ (1 Peter 1:13). We should not spend a disproportionate amount of time and energy trying to fill in the blanks God has left. Of all this or consume with its teeth, it is agreed that this beast represents the empire... 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