What did these four beasts represent?
Answer
"These great beasts, which are four, are four kings, which shall arise out of the earth." Verse 17.
NOTE - The word "kings" here, as in Dan. 2: 44, denotes kingdoms, as explained in verses 23 and
24 of the seventh chapter, the two words being used interchangeably in this prophecy.
Under the symbol of the great image of the second chapter of Daniel, is given the mere political
outline of the rise and fall of earthly kingdoms, preceding the setting up of God's everlasting kingdom. In
the seventh chapter, earthly governments are represented as viewed in the light of heaven-under the
symbols of wild and ferocious beasts-the last, in particular, oppressing and persecuting the saints of the
Most High. Hence the change in the symbols used to represent these kingdoms.
In what language is the justice of God described?
What prophecy foretold of the disposal of Christ's garments at the crucifixion?
What is said of one who robs his father or his mother?
What was Messiah to do during the seventieth week?
What did God purpose to do with the people of that day?
7. Because Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath day, and told him to take up his bed and walk, what did the Jews do?
What scriptures show that Christ's coming will be a time of reward?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle