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.
Why does God manifest such mercy and long-suffering toward men?
Instead of consenting to His release, what did Christ's accusers now demand?
How are the judgments upon Jerusalem again foretold?
How are those described who heed this warning?
What did God purpose to do with the people of that day?
How did Christ's death on the cross affect the whole sacrificial system?
To what length will this effort to enforce the worship of the image of the beast be carried?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle