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Who was Arioch?
Who was Arioch?
The commander of the king's guard.
What happened to the king's wise men when they could not tell him his dream?
What happened to the king's wise men when they could not tell him his dream?
They were appointed to be executed.
What does verse 21 tell us about the government?
What does verse 21 tell us about the government?
The Lord chooses the people in charge and gives wisdom to the wise.
Who is Belteshazzar?
Who is Belteshazzar?
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What is the king's dream?
What is the king's dream?
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How could Daniel interpret the dream?
How could Daniel interpret the dream?
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What was the head of the statue made of?
What was the head of the statue made of?
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What materials were the chest and arms of the statue made of?
What materials were the chest and arms of the statue made of?
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What were the thighs of the statue made of?
What were the thighs of the statue made of?
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What material were the legs of the statue made of?
What material were the legs of the statue made of?
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What were the toes of the statue made of?
What were the toes of the statue made of?
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What did the wind and non-human hands represent in the king's dream?
What did the wind and non-human hands represent in the king's dream?
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What three things happened to Daniel because he told the king his dream?
What three things happened to Daniel because he told the king his dream?
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How big was the image that the king set up?
How big was the image that the king set up?
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Who came forward to accuse the Jews of not bowing down?
Who came forward to accuse the Jews of not bowing down?
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Did the three Jews believe that God would definitely save them from the furnace?
Did the three Jews believe that God would definitely save them from the furnace?
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How do you know that the furnace is really hot?
How do you know that the furnace is really hot?
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What evidence was there that the Jews were not harmed by the fire at all?
What evidence was there that the Jews were not harmed by the fire at all?
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Name several types of Babylon officials that were summoned to the dedication service of the image of gold.
Name several types of Babylon officials that were summoned to the dedication service of the image of gold.
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Who did Nebuchadnezzar see in the fire in addition to the three Jews?
Who did Nebuchadnezzar see in the fire in addition to the three Jews?
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What would happen to anyone who spoke out against Jehovah?
What would happen to anyone who spoke out against Jehovah?
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Who was king of Judah when Nebuchadnezzar got control of Jerusalem?
Who was king of Judah when Nebuchadnezzar got control of Jerusalem?
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What was Ashpenaz ordered to bring to Babylon?
What was Ashpenaz ordered to bring to Babylon?
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How long were these young men supposed to be trained for?
How long were these young men supposed to be trained for?
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What was Daniel's Babylonian name?
What was Daniel's Babylonian name?
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What was Hananiah's Babylonian name?
What was Hananiah's Babylonian name?
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What was Mishael's Babylonian name?
What was Mishael's Babylonian name?
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What was Azariah's Babylonian name?
What was Azariah's Babylonian name?
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What did Daniel not want to eat?
What did Daniel not want to eat?
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What did Daniel want to eat?
What did Daniel want to eat?
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Why would Daniel not want to eat the royal food?
Why would Daniel not want to eat the royal food?
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How long would Daniel remain in Babylon?
How long would Daniel remain in Babylon?
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How much healthier were the four Jews than Nebuchadnezzar's other advisors?
How much healthier were the four Jews than Nebuchadnezzar's other advisors?
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What special abilities did God give to Daniel?
What special abilities did God give to Daniel?
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Who was Cyrus?
Who was Cyrus?
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Who wrote most of chapter 4?
Who wrote most of chapter 4?
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Who is like a tree?
Who is like a tree?
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Who is going to live like a wild animal?
Who is going to live like a wild animal?
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Who is going to acknowledge that God rules the world?
Who is going to acknowledge that God rules the world?
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How long after receiving the dream was it fulfilled?
How long after receiving the dream was it fulfilled?
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Who was the holy messenger from heaven?
Who was the holy messenger from heaven?
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What did the stump and roots remaining mean?
What did the stump and roots remaining mean?
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What lesson did the king learn from this experience?
What lesson did the king learn from this experience?
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Who was the king of Babylon?
Who was the king of Babylon?
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What does Mene mean?
What does Mene mean?
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What does Tekel mean?
What does Tekel mean?
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What does Parsin mean?
What does Parsin mean?
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What three rewards did the king give to Daniel?
What three rewards did the king give to Daniel?
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What happened to the king the very night he gave gifts to Daniel?
What happened to the king the very night he gave gifts to Daniel?
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Why does the Bible call Nebuchadnezzar the father?
Why does the Bible call Nebuchadnezzar the father?
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Why was the king scared in verse 6?
Why was the king scared in verse 6?
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What things did Daniel accuse the king of doing?
What things did Daniel accuse the king of doing?
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Who took over the kingdom as the king of Babylon?
Who took over the kingdom as the king of Babylon?
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Study Notes
Key Characters and Events
- Arioc: Commander of the king's guard tasked with executing wise men.
- Nebuchadnezzar's Dream: A giant statue representing kingdoms, ultimately destroyed, symbolizing God's power.
- Daniel: Saved the wise men and interpreted the king's dream through divine insight.
The King's Dream Interpretation
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Dream Elements:
- Head: Pure gold (Babylon).
- Chest: Silver (Medes and Persians).
- Thighs: Bronze (Greece).
- Legs: Iron (Rome).
- Toes: Iron and clay (a final kingdom ruled by the Antichrist).
- Destruction of the Statue: By an unseen force, interpreted as God.
Daniel's Rise to Power
- Daniel's Promotion: After revealing the dream and interpretation, he was elevated in status and placed in charge of the wise men.
- Special Abilities: God granted Daniel the ability to interpret visions and dreams.
The Fiery Furnace Incident
- Three Jews: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused to bow to the golden statue, believing God would save them.
- Evidence of Divine Protection: They emerged unharmed from the furnace, with no smell of smoke or burn marks.
- Accusation: Astrologers reported the refusal to bow, leading to the trial.
Royal Decisions and Consequences
- King Jehoiakim: The king of Judah during Nebuchadnezzar's conquest of Jerusalem.
- Ashpenaz's Task: To recruit royal and noble Israelite youths for training in Babylon.
- Training Duration: Intended for three years.
Dietary Choices and Health
- Daniel's Refusal: He opted not to eat royal food and wine, adhering to Jewish dietary laws.
- Alternative Diet: Consisted of vegetables and water, resulting in the Jews being ten times healthier than their peers after a 10-day trial.
Nebuchadnezzar's Humbling Experience
- Nebuchadnezzar's Transformation: Experienced a period of living like a wild animal, recognizing God's sovereignty.
- Seven-Year Tribulation: The time frame linked to his punishment and eventual restoration.
The Handwriting on the Wall
- Belshazzar's Feast: A feast where mysterious writing appeared, interpreted by Daniel.
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Meanings of the Words:
- Mene: Days of the reign are numbered.
- Tekel: Weighed and found wanting.
- Parsin: Kingdom divided and given to Medes and Persians.
- Belshazzar's Fate: He was slain the night Daniel interpreted the writing.
Final Notes
- King Darius the Mede: Took over the Babylonian kingdom after Belshazzar’s reign.
- King's Acknowledgment: Nebuchadnezzar learned to honor the true God, emphasizing the just nature of divine rule.
- Daniel's Honors: He received wealth and status for interpreting dreams, showcasing God's favor.
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