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.
Upon what ground does God's work for sinners rest?
What is this change from death to life called?
What does the imputed righteousness of Christ enable God to do, and still be just?
Following one of His parables, what did Christ say?
8. After commending this church for their good works, what charge did the Lord bring against them?
By what figure does the Bible represent death?
What is one evidence that one has a knowledge of God?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle