Orders given for the destroying of all the wise men of babylon, and of daniel among the rest, with his fellows, dan. Bible study on daniel chapter 2 nebuchadnezzars dream. A large part of the book is written in aramaic chapters 2. Daniel remembered them, as we should also remember. Now if daniel in particular, the aramaic chapters 27 was wholly a product of. Verse 22 of job 12 tells us he reveals the deep things of darkness and brings deep shadows into the light. The dream which nearly became a nightmare daniel 2. Read this daniel chapter 2 commentary with verse by verse comments by jerry robinson. Daniel 2, 7, 9, 12 the coming of messiah the prince. He was seeking out all the wise men to kill them, on orders from the king. Then daniel went to his house, and made the decision known to hananiah, mishael, and azariah, his companions, that they might seek mercies from the god of heaven concerning this secret, so that daniel and his companions might not perish with the rest of the wise men of babylon. But, contrary to their assumption, the god capable of such a feat is not separate.
Book of daniel chapter 3 bible study when things get hot. The millennial reign of jesus christ chapter outline top. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Daniel 12 new international version niv daniels training in babylon.
Daniel read the prophecies of moses deuteronomy 28. We have the advantage of hindsight most of us have read daniels book and know that this king repeatedly got lost in the cares of life and again will turn from god. I would make no sense to say the things of the past or present were at. The image of gold is described as being sixty cubits 90 ft. The book of daniel chapter twelve by cooper p abrams iii. In the second chapter of the biblical book of daniel, a narrator tells of the. Daniel 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The subject of this chapter is a dream which nebuchadnezzar had dreamed, but had forgot. Daniel 2 new international version niv nebuchadnezzars dream. We saw in the first part of daniel chapter 2 that king nebuchadnezzar had a dream well, more. Belshazzar seems to have filled up the measure of his iniquity, by this act of gross impiety and dishonour done to the true god.
Daniels actions, described in chapter 2, may be the occasion when daniel discovered his godgiven ability to interpret dreams. In the hebrew bible the book of daniel does not belong to the prophets but to the writings hebr. Metaphor, narrative, interpretation, and reader in daniel 25 jstor. Peace and blessings, this is a chapter study on a ppt slide on daniel 2, a very important chapter in daniel and the entire bible. This dual prophecy is speaking both of the end of the age of pisces and the time of the end of the latter.
The book of daniel is an excellent prediction of the coming of the messiah and the triumph of his messianic kingdom 2. Daniel is a book talking about the end times for israel, as revelation is also, there will be a 7 year false peace treaty for israel i believe soon, the first 31 israel will go back to doing all they had done before, as they have everything they need, then the antichrist will take it away from them and go into the temple and proclaim he is god. Daniel 2 the second chapter of the book of daniel tells how daniel interpreted a dream of nebuchadnezzar ii, king of babylon. Chapter 8 focuses on the second persia and third greece kingdoms, but the emphasis is on the third kingdom little horn antiochus iv epiphanies, 175163 b. Discussion of the interpretative approaches to the book of daniel. Concise presentation notes by charles dailey black underlined words match words in the bible text. Daniel 2 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. The book of daniel chapter two nebuchadnezzar has a dream, challenging his wouldbe interpreters to first tell him the contents of the dream 1.
Chapter 2 covers history from babylon to rome, and provides the foundation for understanding the other apocalyptic sections in the book. Chapter 8 focuses on the second persia and third greece kingdoms, but the emphasis is on the third kingdom little horn. Tregelles, in his introduction to chapter 2 of daniel, observes, the book of daniel is that part of scripture which especially treats of the power of the world during the time of its committal into the hands of the gentiles, whilst the ancient people of god, the children of israel, are under chastisement on account of their sin. This chapter is a history, but it is the history of a prophecy, by a dream and the interpretation of it. This story is about belshazzar, a local king, who needed the same cure. Commentary on daniel chapters 1 6 matthew janzen serve yahweh in all circumstances daniel pt. Daniel 2, new king james version nkjv the bible app. This chapter might well be entitled the kings dream, that being the principal feature of it. Sep 25, 20 peace and blessings, this is a chapter study on a ppt slide on daniel 2, a very important chapter in daniel and the entire bible. The book of daniel, though its likely derived from some oral traditions and legends that had been floating around for a long time, was put together in its final form sometime around 165 bce, when the israelites were squabbling with the evil antiochus iv epiphanes, a leftover greek general jockeying for influence in the postalexander the great era. It was said that daniel had understanding in dreams. The book of daniel is a target of critics who doubt that the daniel described in the book actually wrote the book, especially in light of the books amazing prophecies.
In this chapter, daniel says that belshazzar was king of babylon, that belshazzar was the last chaldean king, and that nebuchadnezzar was his father. What we would consider times of darkness is still light to the lord. Daniel 2 niv nebuchadnezzars dream in the bible gateway. A commentary on the book of daniel nebuchadnezzar s dream. After daniel explains the meaning of the dream to the king, nebuchadnezzar superbly. Daniel 2 bible commentary john gills exposition of the bible. Aramaic was a language made up of a number of languages spoken in the middle east. They courageously joined daniel in the matter of the vegetables 1. David guzik commentary on daniel 2, where nebuchadnezzar has a dream that troubles him, and god reveals the dream to daniel, who interprets it to the king. It is the vision that occupies the rest of the book. Let us show that we value our friends, and their prayers. The concept is enlarged upon in chapters 7 to 12 and fleshed out in further detail in the book of revelation. Now in the second year of nebuchadnezzars reign, nebuchadnezzar had dreams.
Nebuchadnezzar first ruled as subordinate to his father nabopolassar, to which time the first chapter refers daniel 1. The book of daniel claims to be written by daniel himself, and the fact that it is written mostly in the third person does not contradict that claim. Daniel 2 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Nebuchadnezzar the king, to all peoples, nations and languages that dwell in all the earth.
Chapter eight, for instance, has several parallels. The incident in chapter 2 may have occurred before the training of daniel and the others was completed. The narrative portion of daniels book, complemented by chapters 2 and 3 in the book of revelation, depict the kind of character and behavior god approves and disapproves. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. But, contrary to their assumption, the god capable of such a feat is not separate from. Nebuchadnezzar has a dream and struggles to understand it. The prophecy laid out in this chapter by daniel interpreting the.
In view of his pride as dealt with in chapter 4, this becomes a plausible explanation. The king saw a gigantic statue made of four metals, from its gold head to its feet of mingled iron and clay. Pdf the reception of daniel chapter 2 in the commentary. A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. Daniel 2 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Students of bible prophecy walk in the light and understanding of what god has revealed. I wonder if the message is given in the book of daniel as one of the earlier visions. God did reveal the meaning of the dream, and god is. Daniel 2 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Daniels previous episodes have been about nebuchadnezzar, the empire builder whom god had cut down to size. God is giving israel the sure hope that in the end they would be saved and gods promises to them fulfilled. Bible study commentary on daniel chapter 2 and the vision of the future gentile kingdoms of the earth. Weve all had troubling dreams, at one time or another. This book of daniel bible study is brought to you by true riches.
Daniel chapter 3 is a well known and well loved chapter in the bible. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. The book of daniel never claims that darius was the king of media but only that he was of median descent. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. All that is left is tell you the about the tribulation, jesus second coming, the antichrist and explain what it has to do with our life today. Answers are provided for only some of the questions. These were men that had supported daniel with words and prayer 2. Chapter 7 expands upon chapter 2, especially with regard to the second and third kingdoms. Next chapter of daniel the book of daniel, chapter 2 we hope that you find the content of the book of daniel, chapter 2 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. The shaded text is that part of the peshi ta which the author of the.
Many questions are primarily to stimulate discussion and there are no right or wrong answers. Chapter 2 of the syriac commentary on daniel ascribed to him is investigated in. This study guide consists of approximately 25 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of daniels story. Criswell, daniels critics in the fiery furnace preached 12896 reference daniel 2. The conclusion of the vision of the scriptures of truth. Impressed, the king promotes daniel, and in turn, his three friends 4649. At that time, the lord will take a stone cut without hands which is jesus christ and smite the image, in king. In fact, nabonidus was the last king and belshazzar was his son. In the days of the kings in the age covered by the images ten toes, god will set up his kingdom. Commentary critical and explanatory on the whole bible. A commentary on the book of daniel nebuchadnezzar s.
Daniel chapter 2 commentary verse by verse daniel bible study. Daniel 2 chapter study bible study of daniel chapter 2. Here begins the chaldee portion of daniel, which continues to the end of the seventh chapter. The god of heaven not given by thy own gods, nor acquired by thy own skill and prowess. In it the course, character, and crisis of the gentile power are treated. The great perplexity that nebuchadnezzar was put into by a dream which he had forgotten, and his command to the magicians to tell him what it was, which they could not pretend to do, dan. Dec 12, 2015 daniel chapter 11 part 2 antiochus epiphanes pastor tom luitwieler 1262015. The book of daniel contains the crucial foundational passages concerning israel and the coming of the messiah, jesus christ. Daniel 3, new living translation nlt the bible app.
This dual prophecy is speaking both of the end of the age of pisces and the time of the end of the latter days of israel a. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 3 daniel chapter 3. God reveals the dream to daniel 1423 who then interprets it for the king 2445. These he carried off to the temple of his god in babylonia and put in. Today we begin a new book of the bible, a book i am excited about studying, and one which i believe we can learn a great deal from. It is amazing what you learn when you actually study complete books of the bible. In these chapters you will find one of the most dominant prophecies. This is lesson 2 on daniel 11and all of chapter 12. The breast and arms of silver signified the empire of the medes and persians. In our age the pressure is on but god knows what lies in the darkness. Because of this realization and in accordance with gods instructions in the torah lev. A commentary on the book of daniel daniel chapter twelve. The head of gold signified the chaldean empire, then in being.
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