Daniel read the prophecies of moses deuteronomy 28. An excellent introductory book for the general reader is how to study bible prophecy for yourself by tim lahaye harvest house, 1990. The book of daniel hadavar messianic ministrieshadavar. The prophetic book of daniel was written for our time.
If the rules are not understood, bible students will not agree on the meaning of the prophecies in daniel and revelation. The most profound book ever written on the topic is the interpretation of prophecy by paul lee tan assurance publishers, 1974. The second was by darius 1 hystapes of persia about 519 b. Daniel s prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. The context of this passage is where daniel considers the prophecy in jeremiah jeremiah 25.
Golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. Nevertheless, jehovah revealed to daniel information that would make it possible to pinpoint the time when jesus would be anointed, or appointed, as the messiah, or christ. The prophecy of daniel 11 begins with the prediction that three more kings will arise in persia followed by a fourth who would stir up all against the realm of greece verse 2. Books and sermons dealing with daniel revelation amazing. Jesus the prophet moses, significance of types of christ.
The old persian empire encompassed the areas of presentday iraq, iran, syria, kuwait, afghanistan and pakistan and also presentday turkey, palestine. All the book of daniel constantly reminds us that god honors those who honor him. The book of daniel is followed by the prophet hosea, the first of the prophets in the book of the twelve. The event prophecy of the rise of 5 kingdoms in daniel 2 and the time prophecy of the arrival of the messiah in daniel 9 are two examples. Jesus centered bible study exodus, judges, nehemiah, ruth. The bible prophet, daniel, outlines in vivid detail world events now unfolding before our eyes. Noahs funky little stories are designed for messianic families who want to expand their childrens awareness using. The days of the church age are rapidly drawing to a close and the shadows of the endtimes are approaching.
Liberal theologians have relentlessly attacked daniel because of the miracles in the book and the prophecies. It reveals to us the future events of the return of jesus the messiah to the. Provides both a topical index and a scripture index. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. The first was by cyrus, the king of persia, in 538 b. But endtimes prophecy is not just a christian thing. In the bible, the prophecy of seventy weeks chapter 9 of the book of daniel is a prophecy given to daniel by the angel gabriel in response to daniel s prayer for god to act on behalf of his people and city i. The lord your god will raise up for you a prophet like me from. It presents a downtoearth, easy to read, verse by verse commentary on the entire book of daniel, showing how daniel fits together with the book of revelation like a hand in a glove. Daniel 2 new international version niv nebuchadnezzars dream. The book of daniel contains the crucial foundational passages concerning israel and the coming of the messiah. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries.
Bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days. Their stories chapters 16 are vivid and exciting, and the visions of the rest of the book chapters 712 are very significant. The prophetic seal on the book of daniel is unsealing right before our very eyes. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. Daniel was an amazing man of god and this is one awesome book. I stood there for a moment, still in a state of shock. This book contains fascinating details of the events which will precede jesus return. End of days bible study of the prophet daniel by h. In the septuagint, the vulgate, and many other ancient and modern translations of the bible, it comprises both its proto and its deuterocanonical parts, both of which have an equal right to be considered as inspired, and to be included in a treatment of the book of daniel. Book of daniel bible study with verse by verse commentary and understanding daniel bible prophecy and the little horn antichrist power. Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation.
Its prophecies speak with increased meaning to this generation. Book of daniel chapter 9 bible study daniels 70 weeks part 2. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. A bible study series by mark finley golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. Daniels life was impacted by the revelations god gave him of the future and ours will be too as we study this important part of scripture. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for everyday life.
Join beth in a faithbuilding study of prophecy and learn how to live with integrity in todays selfabsorbed society. Aug 03, 2017 this introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. How daniels prophecy foretells the messiahs arrival the prophet daniel lived more than 500 years before the birth of jesus. Each verse and each sentence is dissected to unveil great prophesies which are coming to fruition today. In the hebrew bible, and in most recent protestant versions, the book of daniel is limited to its protocanonical portions. Students of bible prophecy walk in the light and understanding of what god has revealed. The book of daniel introduction to the book of daniel in the bible. Bible history online offers a messianic prophecy audio series with commentary. It has fantastic stories and truths specific to our christian life as well as detailed prophecies relevant for our current age. The book of revelation refers to some passages in daniel. Daniel 2, 7, 9, 12 the coming of messiah the prince. This is spite of the fact that daniel had a reputation for being able to understand and interpret all kinds of. A study of the book of daniel the church of christ in. While the book has some things in it which may be difficult to understand, at the.
Unlock mysteries about god and his plan for you and our world. The book of daniel is an excellent prediction of the coming of the messiah and the triumph of his messianic kingdom 2. Even noted scholars hesitate to be dogmatic in their interpretation of this chapter. After fortyone years of intense study, research, teaching, and writing, this messianic prophecy bible is now available.
Introduction daniel chapter 8 is a preachers nightmare. Daniel bible prophecy bible prophecy really can be understood. Daniel 9 new international version niv daniels prayer. The book of daniel is a study, a commentary of the book of daniel in the bible. In these chapters you will find one of the most dominant prophecies. Daniel study book and audio cd set this bundle includes one copy of the. You know, for religious fanatics and other societal oddballs. Texts that were universally recognized as predicting a single, clearly defined future messianic event at the time they were written. Ideal for individual study, oneonone discipleship, group discussions, quarterly classes or family devotions. Written by renald showers, this is the best commentary in print on the book of daniel.
The book of daniel stands as a unique mix in the old testament, for while it begins with history, it makes a strong transition at chapter 7, where it contains visions of future events significant to the jews. No, he replied, just dont quote the book of daniel. The book of daniel contains the crucial foundational passages concerning israel and the coming of the messiah, jesus christ. Daniel 9 is probably one of the most pivotal chapters in the entire bible for understanding endtime prophecy. Daniels prophecy of 70 weeks foretells the messiahs arrival. Book of daniel bible study chapter commentary 9 part 2 daniels 70 weeks. You should know and understand that from the issuing of the word to restore and to rebuild jerusalem until messiah. The scepter shall not depart from judah, nor the rulers staff from between his feet, until shiloh comes, and to him shall be the obedience of the peoples. This study on daniel will not only help you discover gods blueprint for the future but also mentor you toward personal holiness and give you strength for living. Daniel and revelation prophecies lesson study guides. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history bookit tells the present and future just as clearly.
Lives of integrity, words of prophecy bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this indepth womens bible study. I want to show you the very first messianic prophecy in the bible. There were four decrees given in regards to rebuilding jerusalem. Daniel s prophecy is one of the most interesting books in the bible. The book of daniel, particularly, is the subject of many such sensational writers on prophecy. Daniel s 70 sevens prophecy encompasses the chronological framework for the history of the jews from now until eternity. An analytical outline of all the messianic prophecies of the bible concerning both the first and second advents of the messiah. Tu bshvat is not only associated with the giving of the priestly tithe, this special day is mentioned in the mishnah regarding social tikkun olam the repairing or perfecting of the world. It would be worthwhile and advisable to read the page on bible prophecy symbols first to gain a comprehensive understanding of the many bible symbols before beginning.
Strictly speaking, the book does not belong to the prophetic writings but rather to a distinctive type of literature known as apocalyptic, of which it is an early specimen. The first six chapters are chiefly historical, and the remainder prophetical. Introduction one of the authenticating proofs for the inspiration of the bible, which at the same time authenticate the claims of jesus christ as the son of god and the only savior of the world, are the many fulfilled prophecies which find their fulfillment in the person and life of christ, jesus of nazareth. Messianic bible reaching israel and the nations for yeshua. We saw in the last study that daniel had been reading the prophecies of jeremiah when he saw that israel would be in exile for 70 years.
Events at the end of the french revolution helped bible scholars realize the prophecy of daniel 9. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history book it tells the present and future just as clearly. The messianic time table according to daniel the prophet. Daniel knows that the seventy years is coming to an end soon since it is 539 b. But this translation is not totally accurate and has caused some confusion about the meaning of the passage. Each verse and each sentence is dissected to unveil great prophesies.
Bible prophecy 11 prophecies of jesus and the end times. It cannot be overemphasized how relevant this book is to our current generation. It reveals to us the future events of the return of jesus the messiah to the earth and the establishment of his kingdom. In this book, the prophet daniel gives us a panorama of the history of the world. The book of daniel is one of the most important old testament books to study because it shows gods power to work among nations and to reveal in advance events which will happen. We have in the holy scripture, an array of prophecies which extend over hundreds. The following pages are a scripture by scripture bible commentary on each chapter of the book of daniel and many historical quotes are given to reinforce the truth. David reagan interviews a panel of bible prophecy experts on televisions christ in prophecy. Prophecy study requires rules that provide the foundation to provide the correct interpretation of the prophecy. Biblical resources, such as the expositors bible commentary, provide the historical explanations for this prophecy. Then, i resumed by asking the congregation to turn to genesis 3. But before i could read it, the pastor interrupted me again. No book of the bible has been attacked more viciously than the book. Daniel 2 niv nebuchadnezzars dream in the bible gateway.
The book of daniel verse by verse chapter 1 daniel s training in babylon duration. Know god better through his messages in the books of daniel and revelation. When they came in and stood before the king, 3 he said to them, i have had a dream. 25 and he shall speak great words against the most high, and shall wear out.
Many people think that biblical prophecies about the end of the world and the battle of armageddon are a christian thing. You should know and understand that from the issuing of the word to restore and to rebuild jerusalem until messiah the leader. This book takes its name not from the author, who is actually unknown, but from its hero, who was allegedly among the first jews deported to babylon, where he lived at least until 538 b. The book of daniel is a very important one, and it has therefore been the object of special attack by satan in the same way that the book of isaiah has been. This series has been recently rewritten and is now complete. With more than 4,200 pages, this new bible provides the reader with a simple and concise ability to understand how jesus fulfilled every prophecy of. Jesus centered bible study exodus, judges, nehemiah. Summary of the book of daniel the story of the bible. How daniels prophecy foretells the messiahs arrival. Tom constables expository notes on daniel this is also available in the net. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b.
In fact, one of jesus favorite expressions about himself came from daniel. These texts can be used a proof that the bible is inspired. Daniels prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. In addition, the captivating prophecy, imagery, and symbolism make the book of daniel one of the most read of hebrew scripture, our old testament of the bible. The same prophet can at times experience different levels of prophecy, ruach hakodesh, or both. The prophet daniel lived more than 500 years before the birth of jesus. Recommended books on bible prophecy prophecy lamb and. Daniel himself has not the foggiest notion of the visions meaning, even after the angel gabriel has interpreted the vision for him.
They claim that this book was written for the purpose of encouraging jews who were revolting against the tyranny of antiochus epiphanes iv, who was a savage greek tyrant, intent on suppressing israel. Gabriels prophecy to daniel began with the words, seventy sevens are decreed upon thy people and upon thy holy city many english versions have translated the phrase to read seventy weeks. An introduction to the book of daniel an argument of the book of daniel selected bibliography of the book of daniel j. A study of the book of daniel church of christ in zion. The angel gabriel specifically told daniel to seal up these prophecies until the time of the end. The widely held view that the book of daniel is largely fictional rests mainly on the modern philosophical assumption that longrange predictive prophecy is impossible. Gods blueprint for bible prophecy daniel 9780736908023 by kay arthur. Messianic prophecy is the study of ancient jewish old testament prophecies and predictions regarding the messiah or anointed one. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. The book of daniel is unsealing middle east and prophecy. The book of daniel provides a framework for understanding apocalyptic prophecy in the bible. Daniel also noticed that at the end of that time it was important for the israelites to seek god and confess their s. Daniel 9 niv daniels prayer in the first year bible. Bible prophecy will come to life as you study these beautifully illustrated, easytofollow guides.
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