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.
By whom were the heaven and the earth created?
What is said of the strength and wisdom of God?
When David confessed his sin, what did he say God did?
Who alone knows the exact day of Christ's coming?
What is Peter's testimony regarding it?
How long is Satan to be imprisoned on this earth?
For what purpose did Christ say God had anointed Him?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle