To what did Gabriel now direct Daniel's attention?
Answer
"At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to show thee; for thou
art greatly beloved: therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision." Dan. 9:23.
NOTES - There is abundant evidence that the instruction in the ninth chapter of Daniel
supplements and interprets the vision of the eighth chapter. Note the following facts:1. Daniel did not understand the vision concerning the treading down of his people and the
sanctuary, and therefore searched the prophecies anew concerning the period of captivity.
In what prophecy are Christ's life, suffering, and death touchingly foretold?
What effect did this dream have upon Daniel?
While drinking the wine, what gods did they honor?
What other reason is given for keeping the Sabbath?
When we see all these things, what are we to know?
Why did Christ, in the parable, reprove the man who hid his talent?
What encouragement is given to heed this message?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle