This vision, found in chapters 11 and 12, will cover the history of the jews from daniel s day down until the fall of jerusalem in ad 70. The book of daniel, together with the book of revelation, marvelously unfolds future events as god has ordained them in the program of history. Daniel was a leader who went against public opinion. Home ecourses the book of daniel ecourse daniel chapter 11. Biblical resources, such as the expositors bible commentary, provide the historical explanations for this prophecy. Josephus, antiquities of the jews, book xi, chapter 8. The remainder of this prophecy is very difficult, and commentators differ much respecting it.
Book of daniel chapter 10 bible study commentary lifting. The angels are sent by god to render service to those who are his, yet a lot of this service, like the angels themselves, is. The year reign of jesus starts after armageddon so daniel 12 couldnt possibility follow daniel 11. Chapter 10 is a prelude to the final vision in the book of daniel. Daniel 11, new international version niv the bible app. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that. Some may question whether any more are needed, but there are good. Behold, there shall stand up yet three kings in persia daniel 11. 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.
Daniel 11 explained condensed commentary daniel11truth. The three madmen that this study will focus on are, of course, antiochus epiphanes, adolf hitler, and a third man who has not arrived on the scene yet. Judea was between their dominions, and affected by their contests. Overall, daniel 11 12 is a milder version of what happens during the appointed time of the end. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b. It is generally conceded that daniel 11 is difficult, if not incomprehensible.
Whether daniel was still in public office, we do not know for sure, yet daniel 1. Daniel chapter 11 explained discover the 66 books of the. Daniel 4 and daniel 5 are to be read in concert, chapter 4 introducing theme c of the chiasm, and chapter 5 reprising it see the big picture in the book of daniel for an explanation of the themes in and structure of daniel. Read daniel 11 commentary using commentary critical and explanatory on the. Homiletical commentary on the book of daniel, the preachers homiletic commentary grand rapids. The book of daniel verse by verse chapter 11 youtube. The most detailed prophecy in the bible life, hope. According to the expositors bible commentary, the third year of cyrus was.
The chaldee form of the word occurs only in daniel 4. Twelve years later antiochus joined with philip of macedon in an attack upon ptolemy v epiphanes, son of ptolemy iv. Reference seems to be made to the roman empire, the fourth monarchy, in its pagan, early christian, and papal states. Daniel 11 and in the first year of darius the bible. We saw last time that an angel was sent to daniel to bring him an important prophetic message, yet it took 21 days to reach daniel because of conflict in the angelic realm. The amazing prophecy of daniel 11 and how it defies sceptics. These persian kings are speaking of those who reigned after babylon was taken by cyrus. The prophecy of daniel 11 begins with the prediction that three more kings will arise in persia followed by a fourth who would stir up all against the realm of greece verse 2. The angel gabriel, in this chapter, performs his promise made to daniel in the foregoing. Behold, there shall stand up yet three kings in persia. Commentator joyce baldwin explains the mindset of late daters.
The time would be long before all would be accomplished. Instead of the temple being destroyed in daniel 89, it is only profaned in 11 12 by the setting up of an idol in the holy place 11. Just the same, its language is cryptic, almost like a code. Daniel 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. The angel gabriel, in this chapter, performs his promise made to daniel in the foregoing chapter, that he would show him what should befal his people in the latter days, according to that which was written in the scriptures of truth.
Daniel 11 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. A bible study series by mark finley golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. The topic of both is the humbling or overthrow of the pagan kingdom. The book of daniel lesson 10 chap 10, 11, 12 by walter c. Next, its clear from the first verse of daniel 12 that the timing backs up to the abomination and rapture because it mentions the unequalled distress, which matches matthew 24. On the hypothesis that these chapters refer to this period, it is surprising that. But it does give us a glimpse and remind us that we all are in a spiritual battle. Book of daniel chapter 11 bible study a tale of three madmen. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel. The king of the north please login to save you quiz you can move back and forth between the quiz and the lesson to perfect your selection of answers. Christ appeared to daniel in a glorious form, and it should engage us to think highly and honourably of him. Also, it was the only chapter in the bible that was sealed until the time of. Book of daniel bible study chapter 11 a tale of three madmen.
Introduction to daniel bible exposition commentary. David guzik commentary on daniel 11, which contains one of the most specifically fulfilled prophecies of the bible, including the rise of the antichrist. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel 11 and more. Follow along in this chapter by chapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex. In this article, i first of all want to go through. Suffering did not daunt daniel s purpose to live for god. Daniel is a book of prophecy that gives assurance to gods people about the future. The prophecy of daniel 11 includes amazing details about great empires.
Correct daniel 11 commentary with no gaps continuous timeline. Commentator joyce baldwin explains the mindset of latedaters. Berenice shall come to the king of the north, to make an agreement, but it shall not. The four visions that make up the final part of daniel s book chapters 712 fall into chronological order, just as the narratives of chapters 16 did. World history from darius to the time of the end article contributed by.
When he has gained power by his wealth, he will stir up everyone against the kingdom. From antiochus the account seems to pass to antichrist. Daniel 11 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. Daniel chapter 10 does not give us all the answers 11 about the unseen angelic realm. In the 11 th chapter of daniel is a most amazing prophecy and atheists and sceptics have left no stone unturned in a vain attempt to discredit it find this text a little difficult to read over our pattern.
Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. Daniel 11 ellicotts commentary for english readers bible hub. This chapter relates the beginning of daniels last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. Three more kings will arise in persia, and then a fourth, who will be far richer than all the others. Daniel the man is an example to all those who study him. The 11 th chapter of daniel contains a prophecy which has been fulfilled in incredible detail. This chapter gives a more particular explanation of those events which were predicted in the eighth chapter. This chapter relates the beginning of daniel s last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. David guzik commentary on daniel 11, which contains one of the most specifically fulfilled. Verses 2127 and in his place shall stand up a contemptible person, to whom they had not given the honor of the kingdom. Daniel 11 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this.
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