This seems to be either jupiter olympus, never introduced among the syrians till antiochus did it, or, as others rather suppose, mars, the god of war, whom antiochus ordered to be worshipped in his dominions. T he prophetic book of daniel must surely be one of the most extraordinary works of literature ever produced. Conclusion as with all scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our. This book offers a most fascinating study from several. Aug 31, 2019 this part of daniel 11 is a prophesy concerning antiochus iv epiphanes.
The book of daniel has sometimes been classified with the prophetic books of the old testament, a mistake owing largely to a failure to distinguish between the predominant characteristics of prophetic and apocalyptic writings. Golasso, wikisource, 2011 did jesus tell his followers to get involved in land disputes. Some theologians believe that because satan is called the god, little g of this world, and he is also called the prince of the powers of the air. In the first verse of daniels book, this struggle between the forces of good and the. In the book of daniel, we are introduced to the god that is to be revealed to the world by the antichrist. We ought to learn from daniels hindrance to prayer by satanic forces that we are subject to the same delays. This part of daniel 11 is a prophesy concerning antiochus iv epiphanes. Please call your local store at 18007656955 for availability. So there must be something about nebuchadnezzars message that god wants us to hear and heed.
While bible scholars debate issues like when it was written and whether it is historically accurate, the book of daniel consistently calls gods people of every generation to. In light of this it becomes clear that the book of daniel was compiled in order to teach the jews living in daniels day, as well as us today, what it means to live life knowing that only gods kingdom will ultimately prevail. Christian standard bible instead, he will honor a god of fortressesa god his fathers did not knowwith gold, silver, precious stones, and riches. He argues that the present calamity of israel in exile is due to their disobedience of this holy god. The book of daniel references a mysterious figure known as the god of forces. Starting from the fact that we do not have to worry only for our kids but for all the children of the world, the dalai lama talks about his way of being in the world, a sort of tibetan mindfulness i can say, and then he starts to speak with goleman about emotions, the famous. Secular writers have predicted the emergency of extreme evil. Daniel contrasts the holiness of god with the shame of israel. Daniel and his god fearing friends were forced to live in babylon, far from home and far from the land their lord had promised them. Daniels prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. The idea that michael was the advocate of the jews became so prevalent that, in spite of the rabbinical prohibition against appealing to angels as intermediaries between god and his people, michael came to occupy a certain place in the jewish liturgy. Michael is mentioned three times in the hebrew bible the old testament, all in the book of daniel.
The book of daniel is often read for its contribution to our understanding of endtimes events, but sometimes christians have been so obsessed with this that we have missed its main message. The book of daniel, together with the book of revelation, marvelously unfolds future events as god has ordained them in the program of. The book of daniel differs from the majority of hebrew prophecy. The book of daniel is included in the listing of major prophets. For more than half a century, in such books as the art of happiness and the dalai lamas little book of inner peace, the dalai lama has guided us along the path to compassion and taught us how to improve our inner lives. Themes in the book of daniel include heroism, remaining true to god in the midst. Themes in the book of daniel include heroism, remaining true to god in the midst of an adverse and idolatrous culture, and god s protection of his faithful ones through his angels. Neither shall he regard the god of his fathers, nor the desire of women, nor regard any god. The book of daniel verse by verse introduction youtube. You will read what the end of the world will be like, and how truth has withstood constant attack by earthly powers. Daniel belongs to the latter group, a type of writing that in many respects sharply contrasts prophetic literature. His religion and name bible studies at the moorings. As these prophesied events begin to unfold, god s people need to remember that daniel was also told.
Why was the angel of god stopped for 21 days from giving. Courageous living in turbulent times sermon series. But in his estate shall he honour the god of forces. The latter half of the book of daniel, however, is daniels visions, which gives us a way of thinking about what will be the future of israel after god triumphs over the forces of antiochus epiphanes. Unsealing daniels mysteries lesson 1 prophetic symbols. God is in control, no matter how things look, and his kingdom will one day fill the earth. In the book of daniel, god pulls back the curtain, letting us know that the forces of god and of the devil are battling it out, fighting for control of countries and kingdoms. Then i daniel looked, and, behold, there stood other two, the one on this side of the bank of the river, and the other on that side of the bank of the river. Christians are called to be bold and live in hope because the future is in gods hands. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Michael is mentioned three times in the book of daniel. Through gods wisdom, daniel is proven to be a trustworthy prophet, even capable of interpreting other peoples dreamsa gift only shared by joseph in genesis gn 41.
Oct 04, 2017 the book of daniel, together with the book of revelation, marvelously unfolds future events as god has ordained them in the program of history. If we keep praying, then god cannot say that we didnt come to him and ask multiple times. The latter half of the book of daniel, however, is daniel s visions, which gives us a way of thinking about what will be the future of israel after god triumphs over the forces of antiochus epiphanes. In more mundane language, it is an account of the activities and visions of daniel, a noble jew exiled at babylon, its message being that just as the god of israel saved daniel and his friends from. However, in the kjv, in verse 38 it is accurately translated as a plural while in verse 39 the exact. The lord let king jehoiakim of judah fall into his power, as well as some of the vessels of the house of god dan. This item is temporarily out of stock via the web site. The citizens of antioch traditionally worshiped zeus bottiaeus, but antiochus forced his people to abandon their former religion in favor of the roman cult of jupiter capitoli. As the executioners lowered daniel into the presence of the hungry beasts, the king reassured daniel that your god, whom you serve continually, he will deliver you daniel 6. The book of daniel verse by verse chapter 5 the writing. In chapter 11, an angel tells daniel concerning the beast.
While nebuchadnezzar might be inclined to ascribe his victory to himself, daniel puts god into the equation. The bible teaches that the estate of the antichrist, i. The book of revelation explains the book of daniel. In the first verse of daniel s book, this struggle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is introduced. If you would like to know god s program for the future, it is essential that you understand this book of daniel. These are often subdivided into major prophets and minor prophets. Daniel code middle east dilemma revealed and decoded in the.
Further evidence of the book s date is in the fact that daniel is excluded from the hebrew bibles canon of the prophets, which was closed around 200 bc, and the wisdom of sirach, a work dating from around 180 bc, draws on almost every book of the old testament except daniel, leading scholars to suppose that its author was unaware of it. Then michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for i had been left. In the two passages of daniel posted below, please check the red highlighted words in your hebrew isa program, bdb, or whatever hebrew analyzer you use, and you will find that both are exactly the same identical hebrew word maoz in tense and hebrew accent markings. However, in the kjv, in verse 38 it is accurately translated as a plural while in. Daniel code middle east dilemma revealed and decoded in. Daniel appeals to gods historical compassion in bringing israel out of egypt. The text tells us the beast does not regard any god yet it also tells us he will honor the god of forces. The book of daniel lays the basis for the book of revelation. Later in the book, daniel prophesied of terrible trials still to come in the promised land daniel 11.
The book of revelation reveals the steps that will occur prior to christs return to establish the kingdom of god on earth. Hence, keep praying, and praying, about matters that you want god s help with. Daniel 11 reveals important information about the coming world ruler called the antichrist. Jan 08, 2020 the lord let king jehoiakim of judah fall into his power, as well as some of the vessels of the house of god dan. The god of forces this seems to be jupiter olympius, never introduced among the syrians, till antiochus did it. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. God s people will need to endure until these times are fulfilled.
The fact that the term the god of forces is a precise scriptural description of the god of freemasonry is further confirmed by a closer examination of the associated scriptural passages. Though hes the secret wizard of oz behind the scenes, clicking the switches, god seems to hang back a little in this book. A bestselling classic in two volumes, god cares, contains research on the fascinating prophetic books of daniel and revelation. Hence, keep praying, and praying, about matters that you want gods help with. The spiritual events in daniel bring to focus gods people who suffer at the hands of opposing powers that work under the devil. Daniel s prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks dan 9. Worship is a dominant theme in the book of daniel and lies at its very center. He shall honor him with gold and silver, and with precious stones, and pleasant things. The book of daniel our english versions of the old testament have the books arranged in sections. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b. The middle east conflict has muslims king of the south fighting against the western powers king of the north and the god of forces. We need to keep in mind that all scripture, including this passage in the book of daniel, was inspired by god and is profitable for us to read 2 timothy 3.
In gods wisdom, daniel was brought to babylon to give counsel. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. Both he, and those angels who followed him into rebellion were cast down onto earth, where for a lo. As we have said above, the last clause of the preceding verse according to the lxx. Christian media research newsletter the god of forces.
Aug 31, 2017 the book of daniel, together with the book of revelation, marvelously unfolds future events as god has ordained them in the program of history. There is no realm that exists outside of gods domain. And at that time this time of the end your people shall be delivered, every one who is found written in the book daniel 12. Whatever the trial was, though, it was always the result of sin.
The great controversy between good and evil which began in heaven revelation 12. But knowledge of the future can be a very dangerous thing. The dalai lamas vision for our world goleman, daniel, dalai lama on. Daniel s vision by the tigris 12 do not be afraid, daniel, he said, for from the first day that you purposed to understand and to humble yourself before your god, your words were heard, and i have come in response to them. There was war in heaven, michael and his angels waging war with the dragon devil. The prophet daniel experiences a vision after having undergone a period of fasting. Its amazing panorama of world history ranges from the sixth century b. He indicates that this disaster is a fulfillment of the curse in deut. When he wins as he does a whole lot, its a comefrombehind victory. The book of daniel presents god, who is still in control of history and intervenes in human affairs to carry on his goodwill and pleasure. The book of daniel is a 2ndcentury bc biblical apocalypse combining a prophecy of history with an eschatology a portrayal of end times cosmic in scope and political in focus.
If you would like to know gods program for the future, it is essential that you understand this book of daniel. Chapters 16 refer to the trials of daniel and his three young companions, hananiah, mishael, and azariah, during the time of the great kings of the east. Daniel is one of the most controversial books of the bible, yet its message is clear and unmistakable. The book of daniel explainsdecodes the middle east dilemma wailing wall in jerusalem photo credit. While bible scholars debate issues like when it was written and whether it is historically accurate, the book of daniel consistently calls gods people of every generation to faithfulness. Now the king spoke and said to daniel, your god whom you serve. In the first verse of daniels book, this struggle between the forces of good and the forces of evil is introduced. Daniel, theology of bakers evangelical dictionary of. We ought to learn from daniel s hindrance to prayer by satanic forces that we are subject to the same delays. In a force for good, with the help of his longtime friend daniel goleman, the new york times bestselling author of emotional intelligence, the dalai lama.