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 what means is sin made known?
Upon whom is God's fury to be poured?
What petition was made to the emperor by a church convention of bishops in AD 401?
What warning has Christ given that we might not be taken by surprise by this great event?
What endearing title is given the sixth church?
What was first seen on the opening of the sixth seal ?
What protection has God promised His people during the seven last plagues?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle