It then recites how, at the end of the period fixed by the god of heaven for the duration of his malady, the chaldean monarch became sensible of his dependence. Daniel 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. This section deals exclusively with the times of the gentiles. Read daniel 4 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible concise. Daniel chapter 4 kjv king james version 27 wherefore, o king, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor. Advance your knowledge of scripture with this resource library of over 40 reference books, including commentaries and study bible notes. Home ecourses the book of daniel ecourse daniel chapter 4 lesson quiz daniel chapter 4 lesson please login to save you quiz you can move back and forth between the quiz and the lesson to perfect your selection of answers. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of daniel. Book of daniel chapter 4 bible study nebuchadnezzar and. Daniel chapter 12 explained discover the 66 books of the. Undoubtedly, it is the climax of nebuchadnezzars spiritual biography which began with his recognition of the excellence of daniel and his companions, continued with the interpretation of the dream of the image in chapter 2, and was. Moreover, the vision of the son of man is the centerpiece of ot revelation concerning the messiah. Daniel 4 esv nebuchadnezzar praises god king bible.
Understanding the book of daniel free bible booklets. As i was lying in bed, the images and visions that passed through my mind terrified me. Bible study on daniel chapter 4 nebuchadnezzars dream. When none of the kings magicians and seers are able to reveal the dream and its meaning, young daniel steps forward endued with gods wisdom. Daniel 4 commentary matthew henry commentary on the.
These chapters record six distinct events that took place over a 70year period from about 605 bc to 535 bc. It is not used in the hebrew scripture in the sense of to dye or tinge, except in the form of a noun tseba. This chapter continues the story of how the mighty ruler nebuchadnezzar came to capitulate to the god of the captives he brought back from judea. This is a longish chapter and it might be useful to read this summary of it to lead into your discussion. Daniel 4, the madness of nebuchadnezzar the fourth chapter of the bibles book of daniel tells how king nebuchadnezzar learns the lesson of gods sovereignty, who is able to bring low those who walk in pride. After he was recovered from his madness, he told to distant places, and wrote down for future ages, how god had justly humbled and graciously restored him. The beginning and end of this chapter lead us to hope, that nebuchadnezzar was a. A free bible version and commentary on the book of daniel in easyenglish. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel 4 and more.
In the second chapter of the book of daniel, we are transported to the second year of the reign of king nebuchadnezzar. The accuracy and reliability of his remarks concerning future events have caused many to question his authorship of this book. Most of us have read daniel s book and know that this king repeatedly got lost in the cares of life and again will turn from god. What we see of god, the part of the hand that writes in the book of the creatures, and in the book of the scriptures, should fill us with awful thoughts concerning that part which we do not see. Bible study on daniel chapters 1 to 6 introduction. An introduction to daniel chapter 1 in this first chapter of the book of daniel, one of the most intense prophetic books of the old testament, we are introduced to several new names, including four hebrew men who have been taken into exile in. Commentaries which would help in your study are the prophecy of daniel by edward j. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel 12. You see, it is the personal testimony of a man who at the time of writing was the most powerful person in the entire earth.
Nebuchadnezzar the king, to all peoples, nations and languages that dwell in all the earth. David guzik commentary on daniel 4 describes how nebuchadnezzar has another dream, prophesying the rise and fall of the king. Many questions are primarily to stimulate discussion and there are no right or wrong answers. Humbling and overthrow of the pagan king daniel 4 bible commentary produced by tow project 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. He began and ended the narrative with praise, and in between told why he converted to such worship of the true god. Daniel came into my presence and i told him the dream. The chapter centers around nebuchadnezzars troubling, yet prophetic, dream. The book of daniel records the actions, prophecies, and visions of the prophet daniel. This chapter was written by nebuchadnezzar himself. This was because they were wicked too see daniel chapter 5.
Daniel 4 commentary john gills exposition on the whole bible. Daniel 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary provides notes on all 66 books of the bible, and contain more than 7000 pages of. This chapter which occupies such a large portion of the book of daniel is more than a profound story of how god can bring a proud man low. God also said that he would punish the people in babylon 70 years later. The opposition between bestial and human life, set forth here, is a key to interpret the symbolism in the seventh chapter concerning the beasts. When a sinner comes to himself, he will promote the welfare of others, by. Chapter 1 starting in babylon the first 6 chapters tell of the life of daniel and his career in babylon, from. A commentary on the book of daniel by pastor galen l. This unique chapter is the testimony of a gentile king about how god changed.
Book of daniel chapter 4 commentary on nebuchadnezzars dream of a tree video bible study part a. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1. We have no problem seeing people running to and fro. The aramaic section of daniel begins in chapter 2 with nebuchadnezzars dream of the colossus and ends at the end of. Daniel 4 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary provides notes on all 66 books of the bible, and contain more than 7,000 pages of material. Recognizing the value of consistent reflection upon the word of god in order to refocus one. Verses 118 the beginning and end of this chapter lead us to hope, that nebuchadnezzar. From chapter 2, verse 4, through chapter 7, daniel is in aramaic, the gentile and diplomatic language of daniel s day. Daniel served in the royal court of nebuchadnezzar and several rulers who followed nebuchadnezzar. Punished with insanity for his haughtiness, he sinks to the level of the beasts illustrating psalms 49. Nebuchadnezzar dreams of a great tree that shelters the whole world, but in his dream an angelic watcher appears and decrees that the tree must be cut down and that. The kings praise of yahweh opens and closes the chapter cf. Answers are provided for only some of the questions.
Book of daniel chapter 4 bible study nebuchadnezzar and the. Nebuchadnezzar, after having subdued all the neighboring countries, and greatly enriched and adorned his own, became so intoxicated with his prosperity, as to draw down upon himself a very remarkable judgment, of which this chapter gives a particular account, in the very words of the edict or proclamation which the. The book of daniel opens with daniel and his three friends in captivity in babylon. 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.
The penman of this chapter is nebuchadnezzar himself. It is not used in the hebrew scripture in the sense of to dye or tinge, except in the form of a noun. Daniel 4 english standard version esv nebuchadnezzar praises god. Daniel chapter 4 records a public decree of king nebuchadnezzar to all peoples, nations and languages. Daniel chapter 2 commentary verse by verse daniel bible. Concise presentation notes by charles dailey black underlined words match words in the bible text. There is little in history, secular or sacred, to corroborate this chapter. The events in the first chapter of this book happened about 605 years before christ was born. If this be the finger of god, what is his arm when made bare. Daniel 4 niv nebuchadnezzars dream of a tree bible. You will note that he starts by stating may your peace abound. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian.
This is his testimony and clearly, he had something important that he wanted to make known. This stirring fourth chapter of daniel was written by nebuchadnezzar himself and preserved and incorporated into the inspired volume. By the end of daniel 4, god nebuchadnezzar knew which god was the true god. Daniel 4, new international version niv the bible app. As the book opens, daniel along with 10,000 other jews had just been deported to babylon fron judea by nebuchadnezzar.
In this bible study, we will only be looking at the history portion of the book chapters 1 to 6. The interpretation of his dream by daniel, who showed him that it was a. Back in bible times, they did something interesting when they signed their letters. The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b. However, we have complete confidence that he not only wrote the book but that god used him powerfully to bring his message to his people about what is about to happen in our time. And when nebuchadnezzar knew it, he wasnt shy about telling people. Daniel 4 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. The remainder of the book correlates the nation israel with this program.
The most high god a commentary on the book of daniel. Apparently, some time had elapsed between the events of chapter 3 and those of chapter 4. The following chapters 4 6 not only show daniel and his friends exemplary faithfulness but also indicate various characteristics of the heathen world empires, which will find their culmination in the time of the end. Nebuchadnezzar is sending a message to the entire world, and not just to his people. Verses 118 the beginning and end of this chapter lead us to hope, that nebuchadnezzar was a monument of the power of divine grace, and of the riches of divine mercy. Daniel 4 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. Daniel 4 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on the. Doughty southside christian church june 2015 introduction. Daniel chapter 4 explained discover the 66 books of the. Blue letter bible offers several daily devotional readings in order to help you refocus on christ and the gospel of his peace and righteousness. Chapter 3 shows the idol worship, chapter 4 the human arrogance, chapter 5 the blasphemy and chapter 6 the deification of man. Daniel 1 commentary verse by verse commentary bible study. The prophecies found in the book of daniel are the key to unlocking all biblical prophecy. Daniel is the only prophet who mentions the prince of persia and the prince of greece.
Young and the volume on daniel in the commentary on the. The word occurs only in this chapter of daniel dan 4. Free bible commentaries on daniel and the revelation, ezra, amos, isaiah. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon.
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