Daniel Chapter 9 Quiz with Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who was the son of Xerxes the Persian king (Dan 9:1)?

Darius (correct)

Cyrus

Artaxerxes

Shalmaneser

Darius was from what group by descent (Dan 9:1)?

Arameans

Persians

Medes (correct)

Chaldeans

How did Daniel know that the desolation of Jerusalem would last seventy years (Dan 9:2)?

From the word of the Lord given to Jeremiah (correct)

From the Book of the Law

From the word of the Lord in a night vision

From the word of the Lord given to Ezekiel

What role in the kingdom did Darius son of Xerxes have (Dan 9:1)?

He was made ruler over the Babylonian kingdom Signup and view all the answers

When Daniel realized the seventy years of Jerusalem's desolation were up, he pleaded to God in prayer with all of the following EXCEPT (Dan 9:3)

Anointed his head with oil Signup and view all the answers

How did Daniel address God in his prayer over the seventy years (Dan 9:4)?

As the one who keeps his covenant of love Signup and view all the answers

With whom does God keep his covenant of love (Dan 9:4)?

With those who love him and obey his commands Signup and view all the answers

When Daniel is confessing the sins of the nation in regard to the seventy years of exile he uses all of the following terms EXCEPT (Dan 9:5)

Fell short Signup and view all the answers

To whom does Daniel say Israel had not listened (Dan 9:6)?

God's servants the prophets Signup and view all the answers

Daniel says in his prayer of confession that the prophets had spoken to all of the following groups EXCEPT (Dan 9:6)

Priests Signup and view all the answers

Why does Daniel admit that the men of Judah were covered with shame (Dan 9:7)?

Because of their unfaithfulness Signup and view all the answers

Daniel lists all of the following as being covered with shame because of their sin EXCEPT (Dan 9:8)

Priests Signup and view all the answers

How does Daniel say God gave them his law (Dan 9:10)?

He gave it to them through the prophets Signup and view all the answers

In the face of Israel's sinning what attributes of God does Daniel highlight (Dan 9:9)?

His mercy and forgiveness Signup and view all the answers

What had all Israel done according to Daniel (Dan 9:11)?

Transgressed God's law Signup and view all the answers

Moses is identified by Daniel as ____________ (Dan 9:11)

Servant of God Signup and view all the answers

Because of Israel's sin what had been poured out on them (Dan 9:11)?

The curses written in the Law of Moses Signup and view all the answers

What has under the whole heaven been ever done like __________ (Dan 9:12)

What was done to Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

In bringing judgment on Jerusalem, Daniel acknowledges God is _______ (Dan 9:14)

Righteous Signup and view all the answers

What made a name for God that endures to this day (the day of Daniel) (Dan 9:15)?

He brought his people out of Egypt Signup and view all the answers

What was another name Daniel used to refer to Jerusalem when asking God to turn away His anger from that city (Dan 9:16)?

Your holy hill Signup and view all the answers

What did Daniel ask God to do for Jerusalem (Dan 9:16)?

Turn away his wrath Signup and view all the answers

What had the sin and iniquity of their fathers made Jerusalem (Dan 9:16)?

An object of scorn Signup and view all the answers

What did Daniel ask from God in his prayer of confession (Dan 9:17)?

That God hear the prayers of his servant Signup and view all the answers

Daniel prayed that God would look with favor on ________ (Dan 9:17)

His desolate sanctuary Signup and view all the answers

What does Daniel pray that God would open his eyes and see (Dan 9:18)?

The desolation of the city that bears his name Signup and view all the answers

Daniel said they were not making requests to God on the basis of their righteousness but on the basis of __________ (Dan 9:18)?

His great mercy Signup and view all the answers

What did Daniel say bore the name of God (Dan 9:19)?

His people and his city Signup and view all the answers

Who appeared to Daniel at the time of the evening sacrifice (Dan 9:21)?

Gabriel Signup and view all the answers

When did Gabriel say the message was dispatched from heaven (Dan 9:23)?

When he began to pray Signup and view all the answers

Gabriel told Daniel how many sevens were decreed for your people and your holy city (Dan 9:24)?

Seventy Signup and view all the answers

All of the following will happen as decreed for the holy city (Dan 9:24)?

To offer holy sacrifices Signup and view all the answers

When will the seven 'sevens' and sixty-two 'sevens' begin (Dan 9:25)?

From the issuing of the decree to rebuild Jerusalem Signup and view all the answers

When will the seven 'sevens' and sixty-two 'sevens' end (Dan 9:25)?

The Anointed One comes Signup and view all the answers

All of the following will happen after the sixty-two 'sevens' EXCEPT (Dan 9:26)

The Spirit of the Most High will come Signup and view all the answers

What will continue to the end (Dan 9:26)?

War Signup and view all the answers

How long will the one who sets up the abomination that causes desolation confirm a covenant (Dan 9:27)?

One 'seven' Signup and view all the answers

The 'covenant' maker do all of the following in the middle of one 'seven' EXCEPT (Dan 9:27)?

Destroy the walls of the holy city Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Darius the Persian King

Darius, son of Xerxes, ruled over the Babylonian kingdom.
He was of Mede descent, distinguishing him from other Persian rulers.

Daniel's Understanding of Exile

Daniel recognized through Jeremiah's prophecy that Jerusalem's desolation would last seventy years.
He engaged in fervent prayer, reflecting a deep devotion and acknowledgment of past sins.

Daniel's Approach to God

Daniel addressed God as the one who keeps His covenant of love, reinforcing the relationship between God and His followers.
He emphasized that God's covenant is with those who love and obey Him.

Confession and Acknowledgment of Sins

While confessing, Daniel described the nation's sins using terms like wicked, rebelled, and sinned, but did not use "fell short."
He stated that Israel did not listen to God's prophets, indicating a disregard for divine guidance.

Role of Prophets and God’s Attributes

Daniel highlighted God's mercy and forgiveness amidst Israel's transgressions.
He believed that the consequences of their sins included the curses laid out in the Law of Moses.

Prayer for Jerusalem

Daniel recognized Jerusalem's shame due to the iniquity of its people and sought God's favor for the city.
He asked for God's attention and mercy, not based on their righteousness but solely on His great mercy.

Importance of the Holy City

Daniel referred to Jerusalem as "Your holy hill," symbolizing its significance in the eyes of God.
He acknowledged that the city had become an object of scorn due to the sins of its past inhabitants.

Revelation from Gabriel

Gabriel appeared to Daniel during the evening sacrifice, conveying God's messages regarding the future of the people and the holy city.
The decree to restore and rebuild Jerusalem would mark the beginning of a prophetic timeline involving seventy sevens.

Prophetic Timeline

Seventy sevens were decreed for the people and the holy city, setting forth events leading to the coming of the Anointed One.
The timeline would commence from the issuing of the decree to rebuild Jerusalem.

End Times Significance

The Anointed One would be cut off after the sixty-two sevens, suggesting a significant event in redemptive history.
A covenant will be confirmed for one seven, during which the abomination that causes desolation will be established.

Themes of War and Judgment

War will continue until the end, illustrating ongoing conflict in the world.
Key prophetic events emphasize the seriousness of Jerusalem's fate and Israel's spiritual condition.

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Test your knowledge on Daniel Chapter 9 with this interactive flashcard quiz. Engage with multiple-choice questions that cover key figures and events, including Darius and the prophecy of Jerusalem's desolation. Perfect for students of biblical studies or anyone interested in scripture.

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