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.
What was offered Christ at His crucifixion?
What event does he speak of as immediately following these times of refreshing?
What was done with the blood of the goat upon which the Lord's lot fell?
By what comparison is it shown that the heavenly sanctuary will he cleansed?
What reason is assigned for the fall of Babylon?
What does it mean when used with reference to law?
Upon what condition does Christ say we shall receive?
Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle