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Chapter 3 The Special features of Prophecy of Daniel

Chapter 3  The special features of the Prophecy of Daniel 9 He replied, “Go your way, Daniel because the words are rolled up and sealed until the time of the end. 10 Many will be purified, made spotless and refined, but the wicked will continue to be wicked. None of the wicked will understand, but those who are wise will understand.(Daniel.12:9,10) 1. Contents              The book contains several topics beginning from the creation of man till the end times. We can find revelations in the book about the history of the world like the rise and fall of the Babylonian empire, the rise of Medo-Persian empire, the Greek empire, the Roman empire, the governments of the end times, the rule of the Anti-Christ (the Great Tribulation), etc. There are prophecies on the future of Israel, atoning sacrifice of the Messiah, resurrection of the saints, judgment and eternal kingdom of Christ. 2.Similarities with the Book of Revelation ...

Chapter 2 - The noble qualities of Daniel

Chapter 2   The noble qualities of Daniel  Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake: some to everlasting life, others to shame and everlasting contempt. Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever.(Daniel 12:2,3) The noble qualities of Daniel  Daniel was a prince and a noble man. He proved his nobility through his actions. Those who accept Jesus Christ as their Lord are given the privilege to become sons of the Most High God. Children of God must remember that they are kings and priests and live a holy and noble life Daniel and his friends were very particular about keeping their identity and holiness. Although he was brought there as a slave, he decided in his heart not to defile himself with the food and drinks available in the palace and proceeded to act accordingly without fear of repercussions. Will you fearlessly stand...

Chapter 1 - Historical background and Inspiration of God

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                            Historical background and Inspiration of God All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work.(2Tim.3:16-17) Historical background This book of prophecy was written by Daniel, the beloved man of God, during the period between B.C. 606 and 535. Daniel and a few other members of the royal family along with Jehoiakim, king of Judah were taken to Babylon as captives in B.C. 606. In B.C. 536 after 70 years, the Jewish people were granted permission by the Persian king Cyrus to return to Jerusalem and build their Temple. Daniel died in Babylon after two more years. He got most of his vision from God and wrote the book while he was in the palace of Babylon.  He also got a few visions in the palace of Shushan in Elam province. Babylon  ...