What was the first beast like?

Answer

"The first was like a lion, and had eagle's wings: I beheld till the wings thereof were plucked, and it was
lifted up from the earth, and made stand upon the feet as a man, and a man's heart was given to it!' Dan. 7:
 


To whom does the \"seed\" in these promises refer?
For what purpose were these gifts bestowed upon the church?
What was in the ark, under the mercy-seat?
Under the new covenant, what does God promise to do?
How does David speak of Christ's coming?
When is the resurrection of the righteous to take place?
22. While many will be deceived by these wonders, and accept of the false christs that appear, what will those say who have maintained their love for the truth, and patiently waited for Christ's return?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle