Now at that time michael, the great prince who stands guard over the sons of your people, will arise. Questions and answers for daniel chapters 112 new king james version daniel chapter 1 daniels capture. Many will roam about, this way and that, and wickedness will continue to increase. Although the entire book is traditionally ascribed to daniel the seer, chapters 16 are in the voice of an anonymous narrator, except for chapter 4 which is in the form of a letter from king nebuchadnezzar. It is a message of great conflict and this has been recorded for us in daniel chapters 11 and 12. Daniel 12 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Within the three chapters of daniel 1012, daniel 10 serves as prologue, chapter 11 as the report of the angelic vision, and chapter 12 as the epilogue. This final chapter of the book of daniel focuses on the end timethe time just before and after jesus christ. This chapter relates the beginning of daniels last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. The last three chapters of daniel 1012 form one final vision and the most complete revelation daniel received.
Chapter 12 forms the end in which we find the faithful remnant again. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Then i daniel looked, and, behold, there stood other two, the one on this side of. Daniel 12 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Let us listen and learn, and gain hope and comfort. Also, it was the only chapter in the bible that was sealed until the time of the end.
Understanding the book of daniel free bible booklets. The writer of this chapter is nebuchadnezzar himself. Read daniel 12 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Chapters 10, 11 and 12 in the book of daniel make up daniels final vision, describing a series of conflicts between the unnamed king of the north and king of. Daniel chapter 12 the time of the end pastor tom luitwieler 12272015. Daniel 12 is a continuation of the angels words to daniel. It also means the events of this chapter occur at a time very near that described in daniel 6, as daniel was rising to power and prominence and as his peers were arranging to bring about daniels. His way of life was the opposite of the principles on which the king had based his conduct. They focus in particular on the pressure two nations would place on israel, but the twelfth chapter of daniel assures that israel will be delivered in that final day. The story recounts how daniel and his companions are taken captive from judea and trained as oracles for the king of babylon. Comforts, and very precious ones, prescribed as cordials for the support of gods people in those times of trouble.
David guzik commentary on daniel 12 describes a time of future trouble destined for israel, and the resolution of resurrection. Daniel 12 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. Daniel sees the same vision and receives the meaning. But thou, 0 daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end. Bible teaching from the book of daniel chapter 11 verses 3140. The next verse that discusses the timing of daniel 12 is verse 7 below, which indicates that the power of the holy people will be broken after 3. They depict four distinct principalities of government, contemporary one with the. Chapters 10, 11 and 12 in the book of daniel make up daniels final vision, describing a series of conflicts between the unnamed king of the north and king of the south leading to the time of the end, when israel will be vindicated and the dead raised to shame or glory. Daniel chapter 10 spiritual war chapter 10 of the book of daniel forms an introduction to a prophetic vision, a vision which is further detailed in chapter 11. Daniel 12 new international version niv the end times. Chapters 10, 11 and 12 in the book of daniel make up daniel s final vision, describing a series of conflicts between the unnamed king of the north and king of the south leading to the time of the end, when israel will be vindicated and the dead raised to shame or glory.
It signifies 1260 prophetic days or years, beginning from the time when the power of the holy. Read daniel 12 commentary using wesleys explanatory notes. The book of daniel opens with daniel and his three friends in captivity in babylon. Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. In the book of daniel, chapters 10, 11, and 12 are a part of one revelation. Daniel, chapter 12 king james version christian answers. And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation, even to that time. There is a close relationship between the book of daniel and the revelations concerning the future in the new testament. The jews used to say, when elias comes he will tell us all things. These verses clearly reveal that michael is one of the many names of jesus. The end times according to daniel part three, chapters 1012. In the early 1800s, many honest and godly bible students around the world, independent of one another, begin to unravel the correct meaning of the book of daniel. Daniel was told to seal up his prophecy until the end of time.
Time of trouble, a sealed book, and the end daniel 12. After the prediction of the troubles of the jews under antiochus, prefiguring the troubles of the christian church under the antichristian power, we have here, i. And the prince of the eunuchs said unto daniel, i fear my lord the king, who hath appointed your meat and your drink. It is usual with the prophets, when they foretel the troubles of the church, to furnish it, at the same time, with proper supports and consolations.
Dec 31, 2015 daniel chapter 12 the time of the end pastor tom luitwieler 12 272015. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel 12 and more. To have your name written in the book means you are saved. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. These were men that had supported daniel with words and prayer 2. Daniel 12 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Chapter 10 is a prelude to the final vision in the book of daniel. The passage looks forward and onward to a higher and more important event than any that occurred in the times of antiochus.
Daniel remembered them, as we should also remember. The time would be long before all would be accomplished. Baruch is the senior lecturer at the zera avraham institute. How does one speak about hope when one is threatened from all sides in the instance of daniel 12 trapped by the violent actions of empires crushing the least of these, when there is a very real possibility that the faithful may not survive daniel 12. The latter which we have seen here in daniel 12 is a time of unspecified length the time of trouble for the wicked when the wrath of god is poured out re1409cff. What do the 1,290 and 1,335 days represent daniel 12. Daniel does not envisage the universal resurrection as later developed. In chapter 10, daniel tells of a revelation he received during the third year of king cyrus of persias reign. It takes the believer to the highwater mark of christian hopethe assurance of the resurrection of the dead. The book of daniel, bible prophecy, the antichrist, the abomination of desolation, daniel chapter 11, daniel chapter 12, the wrath of god, the prophet daniel, the great tribulation this is an edited recording of a class on daniel chapter 11.
Chapter 12 of daniel, has been identified as one of the most important old testament passages, that relates to the great tribulation, which takes place, just prior to christs second advent when he returns to set up his millennial kingdom on earth. At that time michael shall stand up, the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people. Daniel refuses to eat kings food, passes three year training course. Daniels vision concerned a great war that was coming. They courageously joined daniel in the matter of the vegetables 1. Chapter 12 1 and at that time shall michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people. The endtime spiritual warfare of daniel chapter 10, a consideration of daniel mourning three full weeks. But at that time your peopleeveryone whose name is found written in the book will be delivered. Daniel 12, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app.
Daniel 2 new international version niv nebuchadnezzars dream. The fair construction of the passage demands this interpretation, and if that refers to antiochus. Daniel chapter 11 kjv king james version daniel was told to seal it up. I said, meaning daniel, to the man clothed in linen mentioned daniel 10. This vision, found in chapters 11 and 12, will cover the history of the jews from daniels day down until the fall of jerusalem in ad 70. Daniel gains renown as an interpreter of dreams and receives a series of apocalyptic visions. Daniel 12 is the crowning chapter of this prophecy, as well as its conclusion.
Chapters and 14, which are not included in all versions of the book of daniel, are included in this summary. Read all of daniel 12 verse 1 1 and at that time shall michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people. The angel michael is often associated with spiritual battle daniel 10. Daniel 12 commentary john gills exposition on the whole. Daniel chapter 12 explained discover the 66 books of the. When at the end of the chapter the king commands the reception of his gifts, there is a quick reversal. What is the meaning of the handwriting on the wall. The visions of chapters 712 were added and chapter 1 translated into hebrew at the third stage when the. 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.
Book of daniel chapter 10 bible study commentary lifting the veil. Daniel 2 niv nebuchadnezzars dream in the bible gateway. Questions and answers for daniel chapters 112 new king. This chapter begins with an account of a time of exceeding great trouble to the people of god, who are comforted with the consideration of michael the great prince being on their side, and with a promise of deliverance, with the resurrection of the dead, and the glorious state of wise and good men upon that, daniel 12. Unsealing daniels mysteries lesson 10 without a doubt. Daniel would not accept honorific rewards from the king for doing his duty 5. He was not permitted to understand its greater impact, but with the knowledge we glean from the whole counsel of. All will be dealt with for at that time as the opening verse of chapter 12 declares god is going to resume his dealings with israel in his grace. So now the meaning of the book of daniel is becoming clearer to us. Daniel 7 this chapter presents a vision of four beasts arising from the sea. Daniel 12 niv the end times at that time bible gateway. The purpose of the book of daniel in the book of daniel the scriptures foretell how the lord will deal with the people of daniel the jews and the gentile nations.
Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Themes like the second coming of jesus, time of trouble, jesus our high priest, the book of daniel chapters 2, 7, 8, 9,11 and 12, the book of revelation, seal of god, the sabbath, mark of the beast, the resurrection, day of atonement, judgement of the living and the close of probation have always gained the interest of adventist christians. Daniels words inform us that the events of daniel 9 must have taken place at least 12 years after he received his second vision in chapter 8. Jesus is the lamb, the lion, the rock of ages, the lily of the valley, the rose of sharon, the door, the way, the truth and the life. This is a blessing pronounced upon the people of god who endure until the 1,335 days, that is, to the period beginning 1,335 days before christs coming. Two groups will arise from death constituting the many, meaning all as in. Hosea chapter 1 1 and at that time shall michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people.
The book of daniel lesson 10 chap 10, 11, 12 by walter c. The final chapter of his book gives a peep into the terrible time of tribulation, which jeremiah calls the time of jacobs trouble. And there will be a time of distress such as never occurred since there was a nation until that time. Daniel, the servant, is honored, while the one who judged the world. And at that time at the period referred to in the preceding chapter. Chapter twelve daniel 12 there will be, however, other antaganistic powers beside the kings of north and south and the false messiahking in jerusalem. Daniel was ordered to seal the book to the time of the end, v.
Worldchanging inventions like penicillin, the atomic bomb, heart transplants, travel to the moon, and the internet have seemingly arrived almost together. Daniel twelve is part of the fourth and final vision of the second half of daniel the first six chapters are court tales rather than apocalyptic visions that begins in chapter ten. Sometimes daniel had his dreams when he was asleep daniel 7. Book of daniel chapter 12 bible study second coming of jesus. Daniel 12 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. He and his friends serve the kingq according to daniel 1. There will be a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then. Remember, cyrus had conquered babylon in fulfillment of a prophecy god had given to isaiah over 100 years earlier isaiah 44. Daniel chapter 12 commentary northwest college of the bible. The angel told daniel that this part of his book was not going to be understood until the end of those great time prophecies written in the book. But thou, shut up the words, and seal the book by this was intimated, 1st, that the writing of truth see daniel 10. A commentary on the book of daniel daniel chapter twelve. Since no one knows the day of christs coming matthew 24. It is a message of war between nations and coming persecution for.
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