To what did Gabriel now direct Daniel's attention?
Answer
"At the beginning of thy supplications the commandment came forth, and I am come to show thee; for thou
art greatly beloved: therefore understand the matter, and consider the vision." Dan. 9:23.
NOTES - There is abundant evidence that the instruction in the ninth chapter of Daniel
supplements and interprets the vision of the eighth chapter. Note the following facts:1. Daniel did not understand the vision concerning the treading down of his people and the
sanctuary, and therefore searched the prophecies anew concerning the period of captivity.
How did the people respond to the preaching of John?
What inspired tribute is paid to the law of God?
Of what does God say the keeping or hallowing of the Sabbath is a sign?
13. At the instance of church bishops, what still further law was secured under Theodosius the Younger, in 425?
Why did the unjust judge answer the widow's prayer?
27. What wonderful promises are made to those who thus minister to the wants and distresses of others?
Why did not these ancient worthies receive the promise?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle