And i saw him come close unto the ram, and he was moved with choler against him, and smote the ram, and brake his two horns. This was just two years after daniels vision of four beasts and a little horn recorded in daniel 7. The book of daniel originated as a collection of folktales among the jewish. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. A study of the book of daniel church of christ in zion. Daniel 8 background information with maps and images. He wrote down the substance of his dream 2 daniel said. The goats large horn is then broken into four horns, followed by a little horn that brings desolation to the sanctuary and the host of heaven 114. Daniel 8 in the third year of the reign of king belshazzar. Golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. The prophecies found in the book of daniel are the key to unlocking all biblical prophecy. Daniel study book and audio cd set this bundle includes one copy of the.
Its first king, cyrus the great, was prophesied by name in the book of isaiah. The second section, daniel 812, describes visions which daniel received concerning the great world powers of the future and the kingdom of god. Daniel 8 new international version niv daniels vision of a ram and a goat. Daniel is commitment to remain undefiled is blessed by god, and he along with his friends are given wisdom that is acknowledged and rewarded by the. This is appropriate since the rest of the book is concerned with gods program for israel. For more information relevant to this passage of daniel nine, see the accompanying appendix pdf download that deals with the following topic. When correct and thorough bible study is applied, the identity of the antichrist little horn reveals papal rome is the only power that fully fits this symbolism papal rome took over control after pagan rome terminated. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor.
The greek translation of daniel contains additions not found in the hebrew and aramaic text. A similar bible study program in english is broadcast on numerous television. In chapter 8 of the bronze bow by elizabeth george speare, daniel makes it back to the cave with samsons help. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Daniel is commitment to remain undefiled is blessed by god, and he along with his friends are given wisdom that is acknowledged and rewarded by the king of babylon 821. In my vision at night i looked, and there before me were the four winds of heaven churning up the great sea. We saw in daniel chapter 7 that god gave daniel a vision of the four coming world empires. Below are some preliminary questions to assist in the study of this passage. Antiochus epiphanes is not the little horn of daniel 8. If you want to understand these prophecies fully and in an easy to follow format then this is it. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. The eighth chapter of daniel features an astounding vision of a male sheep and a. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings.
Historically, persia represented the higher horn since it was the dominant power of the medopersian empire. Interestingly, one horn grew higher than the other. The remainder of the book correlates the nation israel with this program. Bible teaching from the book of daniel chapter 8 verses 18. In the third year of the reign ofbelshazzar we now come once more to the hebrew, the chaldee part of the book being finished. Learn how god used alexander to prepare the world to receive the gospel, and see a clear model of the antichrist in the second of daniels four visions of the end times.
May 07, 2019 this is a video collection of sermons and bible studies on the prophecies found in the biblical book of daniel. The vision recorded in daniel 8 came to the prophet in the third year of the reign of king belshazzar of babylon 553554 b. The book of daniel chapter eight in the third year of king belshazzar 550 b. Daniel 8 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Book of daniel teaching part 1 click below for part 2. Daniels vision of the ram and the goat 8 thus the goat became very great, but at the height of his power, his large horn was broken off, and four prominent horns came up in its place, pointing toward the four winds of heaven. Daniel, as many other authors of the antiquity and the bible, writes of himself in the third person throughout the first part of the book.
This is a bible study about the the meaning of the 2300 days kjv mentioned in daniel 8. My business book of daniel bible study resource center. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel 12. Daniel 8 tells of daniels vision of a twohorned ram destroyed by a onehorned goat a. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel with an emphasis on practical application. We can turn and read the end of the book and be completely assured of the wonderful plan that god has to bring about the return and reign of the king of kings. The focus of daniel 8 is alexander the greats defeat of the persians, and the subsequent domination of israel by one of his successors.
Daniel chapter 8 explained discover the 66 books of the. Book of daniel summary the book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Unsealing daniels mysteries lesson 8 cleansed at last. Daniel 78 new international version niv daniels dream of four beasts. The vision of chapter 8 came two years after that of chapter 7. Even noted scholars hesitate to be dogmatic in their interpretation of this chapter. Daniel 78 niv daniels dream of four beasts bible gateway. This is a video collection of sermons and bible studies on the prophecies found in the biblical book of daniel. Note these general observations about our passage before we turn to a more detailed study.
In verse 20 the archangel gabriel tells daniel that the ram with two horns represents the kings of media and persia. This was just two years after daniel s vision of four beasts and a little horn recorded in daniel 7. Daniels vision in chapter 8 is similar to which earlier vision the prophet received. Its interesting that the visions of chapter 8 were given before the handwriting on the wall in chapter 5.
This is spite of the fact that daniel had a reputation for being able to understand and interpret all kinds of. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel. The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b. Unsealing daniels mysteries lesson 8 cleansed at last it is. This course is designed as an expository study of the book of daniel, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. As was the case with the previous vision, daniel didnt fully understand the significance of what he was seeing daniel 7. This section deals exclusively with the times of the gentiles. Study guide for daniel 8 by david guzik blue letter bible. Previous index next the book of daniel chapter one the book opens with the first deportation of jews to babylonian captivity 605 b. The chapter concludes with the distress of daniel on account of the fearful judgments with which his country should be visited in after ages, 27. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Notes chapter 1notes chapter 2notes chapter 3notes chapter 4notes chapter 5notes chapter 6notes chapter 7notes chapter 8.
While struggling in my study of this text, it occurred to me that christians today. Daniel himself has not the foggiest notion of the visions meaning, even after the angel gabriel has interpreted the vision for him. From chapter 2, verse 4, through chapter 7, daniel is in aramaic, the gentile and diplomatic language of daniels day. Third year of belshazzars reign approximately 553 b. Discussion on the book of daniel chapter 8 from the king james bible online. The book of daniel chapter one the book opens with the first deportation of jews to babylonian captivity 605 b. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical. Book of daniel chapter 8 bible study declaring the end from the.
May 1944 owning a camera is illegal, so theres only a quick shot of rosa and erika in front of the sewing. Daniel 8 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. It uses a unicode greek font and a and is printable. The prophet daniel had two years to think about the visions of the 4 beasts of chapter 7 compare 7. Introduction daniel chapter 8 is a preachers nightmare. 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. The prophet daniel explained the past and the future of israel and all gentile nations according to the plan and purposes of god and his revelations do so with such incredible accuracy that he has silenced many a biblical skeptic throughout history. Book of daniel chapter 8 bible study declaring the end. Chapter 8 is about the actions of the worldpowers at the endtime. Daniel bible study notes by email from john karmelich. Antiochus and antichrist in the ancient manuscripts, the book of daniel here. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1.
Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for everyday life. Find out what rosh asks of him and what happens when daniel and joel meet simon. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon. The book of daniel stands as a unique mix in the old testament, for while it begins with history, it makes a strong transition at chapter 7, where it contains visions of future events significant to the jews. Rest assured that god declares the end from the beginning and his word cannot fail. Book of daniel bible study chapter 8 gods declaration of the end.
Bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days. Daniel 8 daniels vision of a ram and a goat bible gateway. Shushan was a chief city of the medopersian empire. Jul 09, 20 book of daniel teaching part 1 click below for part 2. The scene here narrows from worldwide prophecies to those affecting the one covenantpeople in the five. Book of daniel chapter 8 bible study declaring the end from. You can study the bible using notes sent to you by email from john karmelich. Daniel 8 the eighth chapter of the book of daniel tells of daniels vision of a twohorned ram destroyed by a onehorned goat a possible allegory for the transition from the persian to the greek eras in the near east, followed by the history of the little horn, which is daniels codeword for. With this chapter the hebrew part of the book begins and continues to be the language of the remainder. God gives daniel a foresight of the destruction of other kingdoms, which in their day were as powerful as that of babylon. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download. Daniel 8 the eighth chapter of the book of daniel tells of daniel s vision of a twohorned ram destroyed by a onehorned goat a possible allegory for the transition from the persian to the greek eras in the near east, followed by the history of the little horn, which is daniel s codeword for the greek king antiochus epiphanes. Daniel 8 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Daniels vision of the 4 beasts in daniel chapter 7, and the vision of the ram and hegoat in chapter 8.