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 was God's object in making the earth?
What experience in the life of a noted prophet indicated the length of Christ's stay in the grave?
In making this home, what besides man was needed?
Against what are husbands cautioned?
What admonition is therefore given?
By what three distinct acts, then, was the Sabbath made?
What did the first Sunday law enacted in America, that of Virginia, in 1610, require?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle