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.
What, therefore, must he the character of His Word?
How is Christ's second coming described in the Psalms?
How did the people respond to the preaching of John?
What specifications of \"the man of sin\" are thus fully met?
8. In what language did Christ briefly describe the experiences of His people previous to these calamities?
What famine will come at this time upon those who have rejected God's messages of mercy?
What is to be the reward of those whose works are good?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle