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.
What does He call those who accept Him?
How early does Paul say Timothy was instructed?
2. What attitude of rivalry was the Papacy, represented by the little horn, to assume toward the Most High?
While drinking the wine, what gods did they honor?
How does Paul describe this dedication of the covenant?
What do the works of God declare?
What did Christ say would be the experience of His people in this world?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle