Daniel 12 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation, even to that time. Daniel focused on the end of all these judgments, and was wondering when it will end. The last study focused on the prophecies concerning a coming world leader and a time in history that you probably dont want to be around in. Daniel 12 is the crowning chapter of this prophecy, as well as its conclusion.
However, albert barnes in barnes notes on the old testament feels that a break can be made after 12. Israel will be saved and everything predicted in this book will come to pass. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Daniel 12 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Worldchanging inventions like penicillin, the atomic bomb, heart transplants, travel to the moon, and the internet have seemingly arrived almost together. Then they showed alexander the book of daniel and on reading part of it he. The real action of this commentary centers not in the task of answering questions about the historical setting, literary unity, language, and authorship of the book of daniel but in the chapterbychapter discussion and theological assessment of.
Daniel 12 commentary john gills exposition on the whole. There will be a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then. Daniel chapter 12 the time of the end pastor tom luitwieler 12272015. The reason why i thoroughly enjoyed this book stems from the authors aim stated on page four. Chapter 2 covers history from babylon to rome, and provides the foundation for understanding the other apocalyptic sections in the book. Daniel 12 kjv and at that time shall michael stand bible gateway.
Verses 14 it is usual with the prophets, when they foretel the grievances of the church, to furnish it at the same time with proper antidotes, a remedy for every malady. Daniel 12 bible commentary wesleys explanatory notes. The freeways are full of cars carrying people to different places. The conclusion of the vision of the scriptures of truth. But at that time your peopleeveryone whose name is found written in the book will be delivered. This chapter concludes the angels explanation of daniels visions. Chapter 7 expands upon chapter 2, especially with regard to the second and third kingdoms. David guzik commentary on daniel 12 describes a time of future trouble destined for israel, and the resolution of resurrection. However fine studies by gleason archer expositors bible commentary, ed. 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. Practically all of the critics limit the application to the last days of antiochus, supposing that daniel was totally mistaken about the resurrection which he mentioned, there being no resurrection whatever that marked the closing of the antiochus persecution. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 12 how to shine like the stars. It says in context here that from the abolition of the daily sacrifice and the erection of the abomination.
A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. Now at that time michael, the great prince who stands guard over the sons of your people, will arise. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. 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.
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. Chapter 12 concludes the literary unit of chapters 1012, which has one unified message. Worship is a dominant theme in the book of daniel and lies at its very center. That is because it appears the first four verses still cover the interfacing of the angel and daniel. The passage states that from the time that the daily sacrifice is taken away, and the abomination of desolation is set up, there shall be one thousand two hundred and ninety days. I agree with s r miller who notes that in spite of the chapter division. Ken van zyl i am a retired south african educationist living in brazil. The end of the tribulation and the coming millennial reign of christ chapter outline top.
Strengthened by his riches, he shall stir up all kingdoms, even that of greece. Its whats called a popular commentary, which deals more with practical. Daniel 12 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. This final chapter of daniel is interpreted in various ways by different schools of scholars. While the book of daniel does not mention antiochus iv by name, chapter 11, verses 2145 reads like a chronicle of his reign. Daniel 12 new international version niv the end times. But at that time your peopleeveryone whose name is found written in the bookwill be delivered. Whitcomb, they all follow a similar script and are all similarly useful for study, instruction, and even general reading i am currently reading the daniel commentary just for. Daniel 12, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. Blessed is he that waiteth he who implicitly depends on god, expecting, as his truth cannot fail, that these predictions shall be accomplished in due time. Sep 16, 2012 the devilish puppet master of the wordfaith movement justin peters selected scriptures duration.
The devilish puppet master of the wordfaith movement justin peters selected scriptures duration. Nimrod is recorded as the founder of babel, which refers to babylon, which was established shortly after the flood. Hosea chapter 1 1 and at that time shall michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people. Thank you for your question about the 1290 versus the 35 days in daniel chapter twelve. A commentary on the book of daniel daniel chapter twelve. This is an excellent commentary on the book of daniel. This study guide consists of approximately 25 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of daniels story. All that is left is tell you the about the tribulation, jesus second coming, the antichrist and explain what it has to do with our life today. 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. Let us listen and learn, and gain hope and comfort. Daniel does not envisage the universal resurrection as later developed. Daniel 12 niv the end times at that time bible gateway. Michael signifies, who is like god, and his name, with the title of the great prince, points out the divine saviour. In context with daniel 10, we see the heavenly hosts of god intervening on the behalf of the saints, in this case israel.
What is the significance of 1,335 days mentioned in daniel. Daniel 12 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never has been since there was a nation till that time. God of history, daniel, and nebuchadnezzar chapter 2. Wiersbe comments that this verse is not a reference to automobiles and jet planes or the advancement of education. Comforts, and very precious ones, prescribed as cordials for the support of gods people in those times of trouble.
The daniel everyday bible commentary series is very nicely done. Daniel 12, new international version niv the bible app. However, if chapters 16 and 712 appear, at first glance, to be very different stories, they are, in fact, one storythe story of gods providential care. This is a description of the great tribulation christ echoes in matthew 24. Daniel 12 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Our chapter furnishes us with details preparatory to the prophetic revelations made in daniel 11 and daniel 12. However, if chapters 16 and 712 appear, at first glance, to be very different stories, they are, in fact, one storythe story of gods providential care for gods peopletold from two different perspectives. The end times at that time michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. But thou, 0 daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end. Then he said to me, do not fear, daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your god, your words were heard. At that time michael shall stand up, the great prince who stands watch over the sons of your people. Michael stands to watch over the children of israel from the very beginning of the tribulation.
It takes the believer to the highwater mark of christian hopethe assurance of the resurrection of the dead. What is the meaning of the 1290 days versus the 35 days. Michael, the great prince who stands up for israel chapter outline top. Because our fathers angered the god of heaven ezra 5.
Chapter 12 concludes the literary unit of chapters 10 12, which has one unified message. Multitudes who sleep in the dust of the earth will awake. Daniel is the only prophet who mentions the prince of persia and the prince of greece. They depict four distinct principalities of government, contemporary one with the. Daniel 7 this chapter presents a vision of four beasts arising from the sea. What is the meaning of the 1290 days versus the 35 days in daniel 12. Mr luginbill, could you please tell me why the difference in days mentioned in daniel 12.
Daniel 12 commentary commentary critical and explanatory. So now the meaning of the book of daniel is becoming clearer to us. And there will be a time of distress such as never occurred since there was a nation until that time. Dec 31, 2015 daniel chapter 12 the time of the end pastor tom luitwieler 12 272015. Book of daniel chapter 12 bible study shine like the stars.
The political resurrection of the jews under the maccabees is the startingpoint of transition to the literal resurrection about to follow the destruction of antichrist by christs coming in glory. Although the moody bible series is written by several authors, with the daniel book written by john c. In the book of daniel, chapters 10, 11, and 12 are a part of one revelation. After daniel explains the meaning of the dream to the king, nebuchadnezzar.
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