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Main Divisions in the Book of Daniel

Daniel is divided into two sections of six chapters each. Daniel 1-6 are largely historical, explaining how Daniel came to be in the court of Nebuchadnezzar and of his rise to power. It tells of Nebuchadnezzar's dream of the image which Daniel interpreted to refer to the current kingdom and three world powers which would arise after it and of ...

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Summary of the Book of Lamentations

The book contains five poems that depict the condition of the forsaken city of Jerusalem which had been burnt to the ground and utterly demolished by the Babylonians on the ninth of Av in the Jewish calendar in 586 BC, in contrast to the magnificent splendor that it once possessed. The reason for God's chastisement on the people of Judah and o...

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Lamentations in the Picture Study Bible

Study Bible with information, images, and notes on many important subjects from the ancient world. Archaeological notes, geographical notes, ancient documents and manuscripts, cultural notes, theological notes, articles from scholars, information about ancient history, ancient customs, ancient temples, ancient monuments, and a close look at pe...

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Main Prophecies in The Book of Ezekiel

I. Israel's sin and impending judgment, uttered before the final captivity (Ezekiel 1-24). II. Prophecies against the nations of Am-mon, Moab, Edom, Philistia, Tyre, Sidon and Egypt (Ezekiel 25-32). III. Prophecies concerning the restoration of Israel, uttered after the destruction of Jerusalem at the hands of Nebuchadnezzar....

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Summary of the Book of Daniel

The prophet Daniel was actually taken captive during the Babylonian invasion on Jerusalem, the first attack in 607 BC. When Daniel came to Babylon he became a chief minister at Nebuchadnezzar's royal court. He became known as a man who could interpret dreams and visions. God did mighty miracles through Daniel that impressed King Nebuchadnezzar...

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The 5 Poems of the Book of Lamentations

The five lament poems are outlined here: Lamentations 1 - Jerusalem's desolation is lamented Lamentations 2 - God's wrath against the city of Jerusalem Lamentations 3 - God's faithfulness is acknowledged Lamentations 4 - God's faithfulness is viewed as chastisement Lamentations 5 - God's faithfulness is worthy of trust...

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Ezekiel in the Picture Study Bible

Study Bible with information, images, and notes on many important subjects from the ancient world. Archaeological notes, geographical notes, ancient documents and manuscripts, cultural notes, theological notes, articles from scholars, information about ancient history, ancient customs, ancient temples, ancient monuments, and a close look at pe...

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Hebrew Name and Meaning of The Book of Ezekiel

Hebrew Name - Yehezqel "God is strength"....

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Outline of the Book of Daniel

Quick Overview of Daniel. – –1-6 – – the prophetic ministry of Daniel from King Nebuchadnezzar and Babylon to King Cyrus and Persia– – 7-12– – the visions of Daniel during the reigns of Belshazzar of Babylon, Darius and Cyrus of Persia....

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Decoding Daniel: Insights into Messianic Prophecy from the Book of Daniel

The enigmatic Book of Daniel is a treasure trove of apocalyptic visions and cryptic messages. But nestled amongst the fiery furnaces and fantastical beasts lie intriguing hints about a coming Messiah. This post delves into the world of Daniel, exploring two key passages that have fueled messianic interpretations for centuries. The Son of Man: In Da...

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