Daniel

KWBC

Teacher Michael Caadan | Book of Daniel | SY 2024-2025

Week 1 September 18, 2024
The discussion specifically focuses on the Book of Daniel and its context
within the Old Testament. The speakers reference various verses from
Isaiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel to explore themes of wisdom, understanding, and
the prophetic nature of the Bible. They discuss the historical background of
the Babylonian kingdom's dominance over the Jews, the prophecy of the
wise man of Tyre, and the division of the Old Testament into three parts: the
Law, the Prophets, and the Writings. The conversation also touches on the
significance of the Babylonian moon god and the captivity of Daniel and his
companions in Babylon.

Action Items

 Read Daniel chapter 1 verse 1 again.

 Explain the meaning of vessels in 2 Chronicles 36:7.
 Discuss the original languages used in different Bible versions.

Brother Michael initiates the meeting with a prayer, asking for wisdom and
understanding in studying the book of wisdom. The prayer includes a
request for a humble heart to understand and apply the teachings. He
expressed gratitude and prays for the blessing of all students.

Introduction to the Book of Isaiah

Teacher instructs the group to open their Bibles to Isaiah chapter 39. The
focus is on verses 1-3, which provide background on the Book of Daniel.

Isaiah 39:1-3
King James Version
39 At that time Merodachbaladan, the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent
letters and a present to Hezekiah: for he had heard that he had been sick,
and was recovered.

Note: One of the signs that King Hezekiah was going to recover was the
sundial of Ahab. The sun will be set back 45 minutes. The Babylonians
became curious. If the sun will stop in the land of Israel, it meant it would
stop in their land too. So they visited Hezekiah in verse 2.

2 And Hezekiah was glad of them, and shewed them the house of his
precious things, the silver, and the gold, and the spices, and the precious
ointment, and all the house of his armour, and all that was found in his
treasures: there was nothing in his house, nor in all his dominion, that
Hezekiah shewed them not.

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Note: So King Hezekiah showed the visitors from Babylon out of sheer
excitement and overflow of emotion even the secrets of his kingdom.

God's Response to Hezekiah

Verses 3-6, detailing God’s promises that all in Hezekiah's house and
treasures will be taken away, and his sons will be eunuchs in the palace of
Babylon.

3 Then came Isaiah the prophet unto king Hezekiah, and said unto him,
What said these men? and from whence came they unto thee? And Hezekiah
said, They are come from a far country unto me, even from Babylon.
4 Then said he, What have they seen in thine house? And Hezekiah
answered, All that is in mine house have they seen: there is nothing among
my treasures that I have not shewed them.
5 Then said Isaiah to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the Lord of hosts:
6 Behold, the days come, that all that is in thine house, and that which thy
fathers have laid up in store until this day, shall be carried to Babylon:
nothing shall be left, saith the Lord.

Note: This shows the result of him showing everything that he had and God
was not pleased with what he did. This depicts what happened in Daniel
with the deportation of the Israelites. Although the main reason they were
led captive and caused King Nebuchadnezzar to destroy the whole of Israel
and took the people from Jerusalem was because the Israelites were a stiff-
necked people. They were carried away to Babylon.

The wisdom of Daniel

We are introduced to a new verse from Ezekiel chapter 28:1-3

Ezekiel 28:1-3
King James Version
28 The word of the Lord came again unto me, saying,

2 Son of man, say unto the prince of Tyrus, Thus saith the Lord God;
Because thine heart is lifted up, and thou hast said, I am a God, I sit in the
seat of God, in the midst of the seas; yet thou art a man, and not God,
though thou set thine heart as the heart of God:

3 Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide
from thee:

Note: Verse 3 Daniel was described the King of Tyre (Satan) as wiser than
Daniel.
The prince's heart is described as lifted up, and God calls him the wisest
man ever made.

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The discussion emphasizes the wisdom of the prince and its ultimate
corruption. This is where we find out that the wisest man is Daniel contrary
to the popular belief that Solomon was the wisest.

Jeremiah 52:30 discusses who were led captive and how many.

Jeremiah 52:30
King James Version
30 In the three and twentieth year of Nebuchadrezzar Nebuzaradan the
captain of the guard carried away captive of the Jews seven hundred forty
and five persons: all the persons were four thousand and six hundred.

Note: Among the number that were led captive only a few were named:
1. Daniel
2. Hananiah
3. Azariah
4. Mishael
5. Ezekiel

Biblical References and Prophets

Prophets Ezekiel and Daniel were contemporaries. Ezekiel was a bit older
because by the time king Nebuchadnezzar led Israel captive and took them
away to Babylon, Daniel was 12 yrs. old (according to David Hoffman). The
acid test on the authenticity of the Bible is its prophecies.

 Isaiah 42:9
 Isaiah 44:7-8
 Isaiah 45:21
 Isaiah 46:9-10
 Isaiah 48:3

These verses like Isaiah 41:22-23

22 Let them bring them forth, and shew us what shall happen: let them
shew the former things, what they be, that we may consider them, and
know the latter end of them; or declare us things for to come.

23 Shew the things that are to come hereafter, that we may know that ye
are gods: yea, do good, or do evil, that we may be dismayed, and behold
it together.

The surest proof of the authenticity of the Bible is its prophecies. No other
book is more prophetical than the books of revelation and Daniel.
Revelation is more prophetic in the New Testament whereas the Book of
Daniel is more prophetic in the Old Testament.

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Note: The teacher discusses the importance of Daniel as a major prophet
and the division of the Bible. One of the books that the Jews do not treat as
Prophecy is the book of Daniel. Why?

Luke 21:24
24 And they shall fall by the edge of the sword, and shall be led away captive
into all nations: and Jerusalem shall be trodden down of the Gentiles, until
the times of the Gentiles be fulfilled.

One of the reasons why they do not appreciate this book is because it does
not mention the reign of the Jews. Again and again, it discusses repeatedly
the reign of other Gentile Kingdoms. Daniel sites through the statue in the
dream of Nebuchadnezzar the various Gentile Empires:
1. Babylon
2. Persia
3. Greece
4. Rome

Teacher Michael explains the division of the Old Testament into three parts:
the Law, the Prophets, and the Writings.

The Old Testament Bible is divided into 3 Groups.

I. The Laws of the Torah: The Tanakh includes the first five books of
the Hebrew Bible: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and
Deuteronomy
II. The Prophets: The Nevi'im includes the major prophets (Isaiah,
Jeremiah and Ezekiel) and the Twelve Minor Prophets (Hosea, Joel,
Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah,
Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi)
III. The Writings: The Ketuvim The Eleven Books of the Writings
(Kesuvim)Psalms – Tehilim, Proverbs – Mishlei, Job – Iyov, Song of
Songs – Shir HaShirim, Ruth – Rus, Lamentations – Eicha,
Ecclesiastes – Koheles, Esther, Daniel – Doniel, Ezra/Nehemia,
Chronicles – Divrei Hayamim

Note: Putting Daniel under writings instead of the more important category
which is the Nevi’im (Prophets) is because they do not like Daniel’s
prophecies. They consider it less important, their scholars would date the
writings in 130 BC the time of the Maccabees (a book of the Apocrypha).
The real date is between 607 BC until 534 BC. King Nebuchadnezzar led
Israel captive in the 3rd year of the reign of Jehoiakim as depicted in Daniel
1:1.

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1 In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah came
Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon unto Jerusalem, and besieged it.

2 Chronicles 36:5
King James Version
5 Jehoiakim was twenty and five years old when he began to reign, and
he reigned eleven years in Jerusalem: and he did that which was evil in the
sight of the Lord his God.
6 Against him came up Nebuchadnezzar king of Babylon, and bound him in
fetters, to carry him to Babylon.
7 Nebuchadnezzar also carried of the vessels of the house of the Lord to
Babylon, and put them in his temple at Babylon.

Note: The exact date King Nebuchadnezzar besieged Israel is 606 BC. The
book of Daniel was written while in Babylon and referred to as Exile writing.

Biblical Languages and Translations

Book of Daniel has 12 chapters. There is an issue though for the various
languages used:

 Chapters 1 to Chapters 2:3 Hebrew

 Chapter 2:4 to Chapter 7:28 Aramaic
 Chapter 8 – 12 Hebrew

This means that God can inspire in different languages, we think that the
Bible is only interpreted either from Hebrew or Greek. We have a
misconception that anything beyond that is not the inspired word. We are
mistaken. The Bible has a mixture of writings in Aramaic or Syriac as well.
Several pastors who study the Bible think that if the bible is translated in a
different dialect, it no longer is inspired.

In Daniel 1:2 2 And the Lord gave Jehoiakim king of Judah into his hand,
with part of the vessels of the house of God: which he carried into the land
of Shinar to the house of his god; and he brought the vessels into the
treasure house of his god.

Note: The name of the god of Nebuchadnezzar is Bel, the Moon god of
Babylon. The name of the Muslim’s God is Allah (Allah is the Moon god). If
you notice the symbol of their temple is the crescent moon. This is where
the God of the Muslims originated.

Daniel's age and his service in the Babylonian court.

Daniel 1:3
King James Version

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3 And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the master of his eunuchs, that he
should bring certain of the children of Israel, and of the king's seed, and of
the princes;
How old was Daniel and his 3 friends when they were carried away to
Babylon? Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego (Hebrew names Hananiah,
Mishael, and Azariah) are figures from chapter 3 of the biblical Book of
Daniel.

Daniel 9:1-2
King James Version
9 In the first year of Darius the son of Ahasuerus, of the seed of the Medes,
which was made king over the realm of the Chaldeans;

2 In the first year of his reign I Daniel understood by books the number of
the years, whereof the word of the Lord came to Jeremiah the prophet, that
he would accomplish seventy years in the desolations of Jerusalem.

Note: Daniel stayed in Babylon for almost 76 years. When he came to

Babylon it was King Nebuchadnezzar replaced by his grandson Belshazzar.
Then 3rd King (Daniel 6) in the reign of Persian Empire we have King
Darius. Next is the 4th King was the King Cyrus during the time of Ezra,
Ruth and Nehemiah. He witnessed 4 generations of King’s reign. King
Nebuchadnezzar brought him to Babylon in 607 BC. He died in 534 BC
during the reign of King Cyrus. According to David Hoffman Daniel was
about 12 years old when he was carried away to Babylon. 76 was Daniel’s
approximate age when he passed. Most scholars placed the age of Daniel
and his 3 friends at 12-16 years when they were together. He was made a
eunuch at a young age to serve in Babylon all of his lifetime. He was not
able to marry.

Babylonian Influence and Religion

The attempt to change Daniel and instill the Babylonian will be discussed
further in the next lesson. It started with their diet.

Q&A

At what age do they become eunuchs?

This is usually before the boy reaches adolescence. Some are self-imposed.
But there are some eunuchs, which were so born from their mother's womb:
and there are some eunuchs, which were made eunuchs of men: and there
be eunuchs, which have made themselves eunuchs for the kingdom of
heaven's sake. Like the priests. Some have speculated that the Catholic
priests may have derived it from this concept. It is worth noting though that
celibacy is unbiblical.

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* 1 Corinthians 7:7-9
King James Version
7 For I would that all men were even as I myself. But every man hath his
proper gift of God, one after this manner, and another after that.
8 I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, it is good for them if they
abide even as I.
9 But if they cannot contain, let them marry: for it is better to marry than to
burn.
A eunuch is a castrated male. Usually the scrotum is removed, but
sometimes both scrotum and penis are removed.

Is Circumcision the start of being a eunuch?

Circumcision is a covenant.
According to Penzer (7) three varieties of eunuchs were recognized in
antiquity: 1) castrati, clean-cut, both penis and testicles were removed; 2)
spadones, testicles only were removed; and 3) thlibiae, testicles were
bruised and/or crushed.
Was Zedekiah a contemporary of Daniel?

There were 3 Parts of the Deportation of Israelites, Ezekiel was in a different

part as well as Zedekiah. To be discussed in the following lessons.

Tuesday, "Daniel" (Week 02) September 23, 2024

Daniel 1:3
King James Version
3 And the king spake unto Ashpenaz the master of his eunuchs, that he
should bring certain of the children of Israel, and of the king's seed, and of
the princes;
Timeline
Let us bring to mind the timeline of the book of Daniel. When did it happen?
They were taken captive by King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon at the time of
Jehoiakim 606 BC. He was the last son of King Josiah. His other name is
Eliakim. Focus shifts to the significance of Shinar, which is identified as old
Babylon, and its connection to the Antichrist and false prophet. In verse 2
The Land of Shinar is Babylon. In Genesis 11 Shinar is Old Babylon where
tower of Babel was erected. It is also in the land of Shinar where they will
erect the Beast, Anti-Christ and the false prophet. There will be a statue or
idol that will be erected there by the anti-Christ and a miracle will happen
one that the statue will speak.

Daniel 1:4
King James Version
4 Children in whom was no blemish, but well favoured, and skilful in all
wisdom, and cunning in knowledge, and understanding science, and such as

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had ability in them to stand in the king's palace, and whom they might teach
the learning and the tongue of the Chaldeans.
Requirements
In Babylon those Jews who were led captive will become eunuchs. They
were required to serve the king his entire lifetime and is not allowed to
marry. When Daniel and his friends were brought to Babylon, they were
required to serve in the king's court, adhering to strict dietary laws and
maintaining their faith. The qualifications required for the children of Israel
to serve in the king's court, emphasizing their physical perfection and
intelligence.

 No blemish
 Well favoured (healthy)
 Skillful in all wisdom and Cunning in knowledge
 Understanding science
These individuals, are outstanding in their physical perfection, intelligence,
and ability to manage complex tasks. There were questions. The king
appointed Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah and provided them with a
daily provision of food and wine for three years. At the end of three years
they will be undergoing a series of questions to pass. The Bible does not
enumerate what questions are to be asked.

Daniel 1:5
King James Version
5 And the king appointed them a daily provision of the king's meat, and of
the wine which he drank: so nourishing them three years, that at the end
thereof they might stand before the king.
Hebrew Names and their Meaning
We learn the names of those chosen Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah,
and their Hebrew meanings.

Daniel 1:6
King James Version
6 Now among these were of the children of Judah, Daniel, Hananiah,
Mishael, and Azariah:
Their names will be changed. Let us discuss the names of Daniel, Hananiah,
Mishael, and Azariah, and their Hebrew meanings.

1. Daniel – God is my judge

2. Hananiah – Jehovah is gracious
3. Mishael – (another word for Michael) who is like God
4. Azariah – Jehovah is the keeper
According to David Hoffman their ages when they were led captive were 12
to 16 years old. They were intelligent because of the way their parents
reared them. A Hebrew child undergoes training from his youth.

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Deuteronomy 6:7
King James Version
7 And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of
them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way,
and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up.
Training of Hebrew Youth
You must have memorized the Pentateuch by the time you are 12 years old.
If you are a Hebrew child, you must have memorized the 5 books of Moses.
While they sit and while the mother does her normal chores, walking,
washing clothes and before they sleep, they teach their children the 5 books.
The Hebrew youth does not play mobile games and such. It emphasizes the
importance of training children in the ways of God.

Daniel 1:7
King James Version
7 Unto whom the prince of the eunuchs gave names: for he gave unto Daniel
the name of Belteshazzar; and to Hananiah, of Shadrach; and to Mishael, of
Meshach; and to Azariah, of Abednego.
Pagan Names and their Meaning
The names given to the prince of the eunuch by the king, including Bel and
Shachar, and their significance in Babylonian mythology.

1. Daniel was given the name Belteshazzar; Bel is my Keeper (Bel is

the Moon God of the Babylonians. Today it is the God of the
Muslims.)
2. Hananiah was given the name Shadrach; it means the decree of
the moon god.
3. Azariah was given the name Abednego; it means the servant of
Nebo.
4. Mishael was given the name Meshach; it means drawing out
The 1st way they were going to be reprogrammed or brainwashed was to
change their names. The 2nd thing that were to be changed is their diet.
Why is it of primary importance to change the name first? The most
important thing with God is the Name of God.

Deuteronomy 6:4
King James Version
4 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord:
God has integrity. You are a Christian. Your child goes to Public school.
What do they teach your child? They are being brainwashed by the teachers
when they teach them the Theory of Evolution. They teach your child that
they come from the species of monkeys. Today it is much worse. Your child

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constantly looks on their cellphone. If they constantly hold these gadgets,
even a child of 7 wear crop tops. Why do they wear such clothing? Firstly,
it may have been seen from their elder siblings and then they see it in the
videos they watch in their phones.

Daniel 1:8
King James Version
8 But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the
portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he
requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself.

Integrity of Daniel
This verse touches on the integrity of Daniel and his request to the prince of
the eunuch to avoid defiling himself. In verse 5 it mentions the king's
provision of food and wine, nourishing them 3 years. The diet that they
were to given, Daniel did not want to partake, why?

1. Jews were not allowed to eat pork.

2. The meat was first offered to idols.
Daniel refused to eat meat offered to idols. He requested for pulse
(legumes) and water to drink. Pulse is such seeds and grains as peas,
wheat, barley, and rye. Though eating pulse surely would have contributed
to the good health of the Jewish youths, they were also blessed by God for
adhering to His laws and thus became healthier than those who ate the
king's meat.

Daniel had conviction. Imagine today at your place of work. It is difficult to

have conviction and stand up for it when you are in the midst of your
colleagues who are unsaved. Slowly you may think it okay to hang around
with them. They do not even know you are a Christian and sooner or later
you succumb to drinking wine and alcohol with them.

Daniel was different. In verse 8 it mentions ‘Daniel purposed in his heart’ at

a young age he knew it was not right to partake of meat offered to idols.

Daniel 1:9-10
King James Version
9 Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of
the eunuchs.

10 And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king,
who hath appointed your meat and your drink: for why should he see your
face worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye
make me endanger my head to the king.
In verse 10, Melzar mentioned the short temperedness of King
Nebuchadnezzar.

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Daniel 1:10-11
King James Version
10 And the prince of the eunuchs said unto Daniel, I fear my lord the king,
who hath appointed your meat and your drink: for why should he see your
faces worse liking than the children which are of your sort? then shall ye
make me endanger my head to the king.
11 Then said Daniel to Melzar, whom the prince of the eunuchs had set over
Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah,
Daniel 1:12
King James Version
12 Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse
to eat, and water to drink.
The 10 day Training
Though the training period given to the eunuch for training were 3 years,
Daniel asked for a shorter duration. Daniel's asked for ten 10 days, he went
through fasting and prayer during the 10 days of testing. In biblical
numerology, 10 is the number of the Gentile. The Jews hates the Book of
Daniel because it is focused on the Gentiles. This is why they do not treat
Daniel as a prophet.

Daniel 1:13
King James Version
13 Then let our countenances be looked upon before thee, and the
countenance of the children that eat of the portion of the king's meat: and as
thou seest, deal with thy servants.

The Competition
Daniel poses a challenge that at the end of 10 days they should compare
them with the rest of the other eunuchs on training.

1. Fairer means more beautiful or comely.

2. Fatter means the choicest or the crème of the crop

Daniel 1:14-15
King James Version
14 So he consented to them in this matter, and proved them ten days.
15 And at the end of ten days their countenances appeared fairer and fatter
in flesh than all the children which did eat the portion of the king's meat.
Melzar realized that what Daniel said was true. He decided to take away the
intended diet for them.

Daniel 1:16
King James Version

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16 Thus Melzar took away the portion of their meat, and the wine that they
should drink; and gave them pulse.
As a Christian and as you stand up for your convictions, the Lord will not
abandon you. He will take care of you. He will be with you. Going back to
verse 9, Daniel gained favor in the eyes of the prince of the eunuchs. Some
modern Bibles will interpret this as sexual affair. By no means. If you look
into the Bible tender love means compassion, bowels of mercy. Melzar
looked onto Daniel with compassion.
Daniel 1:9-10
King James Version
9 Now God had brought Daniel into favour and tender love with the prince of
the eunuchs.

The Rewards of faithfulness

Daniel 1:17
King James Version
17 As for these four children, God gave them knowledge and skill in all
learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and
dreams.

Among all the eunuchs, Daniel had the highest IQ.

Daniel’s Interpretation of the Dream

Daniel 1:18
King James Version
18 Now at the end of the days that the king had said he should bring them
in, then the prince of the eunuchs brought them in before Nebuchadnezzar.

1. The meaning of the ‘end of the days’ is the end of 3 three years. In
tribulation application, that is the end times.
2. They will now be presented to the king.

Daniel 1:19
King James Version
19 And the king communed with them; and among them all was found none
like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah: therefore stood they before the
king.
The King communed with them. Among them the King himself is the witness
that none was like Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah. They stood

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before the king after their training and withstood the test and even
encompassed it.

Daniel 1:20
King James Version
20 And in all matters of wisdom and understanding, that the king enquired
of them, he found them ten times better than all the magicians and
astrologers that were in all his realm.
They were 10 ten times better in intelligence than the magicians and
astrologers.

Q&A

Brother Aaron asks, ‘How is Daniel 2nd to Satan in intelligence?’

Ezekiel 28:3
King James Version
3 Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide
from thee:
Did you know that Satan is the most intelligent creature of God?

1. He knows more Bible verses than you.

2. He is adept in all theological discussions in the Bible.
3. He is more knowledgeable in Science than you.
If Satan is the most intelligent, the 2nd most intelligent is Daniel. Why?

 In Pastor Ruckman’s commentary of Daniel Page 16. God gave

Daniel such wisdom and understanding that 20 twenty years later,
under the inspiration of the Holy Ghost, Ezekiel compared him 2 nd to
Satan. Note: Pastor Ruckman is not our final authority. Our final
authority is the word of God.

 Teacher Michael’s reasoning is in verse 3 of the Book of Ezekiel.

Ezekiel 28:3
King James Version
3 Behold, thou art wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide
from thee:
This is a comparison between the two creations. We nor anyone else is not
in this equation. If Satan is wise then who comes in 2nd? Of course, it goes
without saying it must be the one the extreme is compared with. Daniel was
not compared with Solomon nor Hezekiah. He was compared with Satan.

The 7 Seven Spirit of God

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To further prove the teacher’s point. He says that the 7 Seven Spirits of God
is the complete manifestation of the Holy Spirit and it was in the prophet
Daniel as can be gleaned in Daniel 5:14.

Daniel 5:14
King James Version
14 I have even heard of thee, that the spirit of the gods is in thee, and that
light and understanding and excellent wisdom is found in thee.
Let us examine the merit of the verse. God is the one who speaks.

1. As pertaining to Solomon. He said none other will come after who

is as wise as you. Is this all without exception or distinction. This
wisdom bestowed was all with distinction. Among all Kings
Solomon was the wisest.

1 Kings 3:12-13
King James Version
12 Behold, I have done according to thy words: lo, I have given thee a wise
and an understanding heart; so that there was none like thee before thee,
neither after thee shall any arise like unto thee.
13 And I have also given thee that which thou hast not asked, both riches,
and honour: so that there shall not be any among the kings like unto thee all
thy days.
2. As pertaining to Hezekiah let us look into this distinction which
says ‘among all Judah’. This is saying there is none like Hezekiah
amongst the kings in trusting the Lord. It is in the category of
trusting the Lord and not in wisdom.

2 Kings 18:5
King James Version
5 He trusted in the Lord God of Israel; so that after him was none like him
among all the kings of Judah, nor any that were before him.

2 Kings 23:25
King James Version
25 And like unto him was there no king before him, that turned to the Lord
with all his heart, and with all his soul, and with all his might, according to
all the law of Moses; neither after him arose there any like him.
This is why he has come to the conclusion that what Pastor Ruckman has
pointed out is true. Daniel is 2nd to Satan in wisdom. Under the inspiration
of the Holy Ghost, prophet Ezekiel compared the wisdom of Daniel to
Lucifer.

"Daniel"

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Tuesday, "Daniel" (Week_03) September_30_2024

Daniel 2:1
King James Version
2 And in the second year of the reign of Nebuchadnezzar dreamed dreams,
wherewith his spirit was troubled, and his sleep brake from him.

The probationary period of the eunuchs was 3 years. Before the

probationary ended he was reigning for a year. This was the 2 nd year of the
reign of Nebuchadnezzar. The father of Nebuchadnezzar was co reigning
with him while Daniel and his friends were being tested. Before the Bible,
God communicates with men through dreams.

Theologians and scholars in our age do not have these revelations.

Job 33:15
King James Version
15 In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in
slumberings upon the bed; 16 Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth
their instruction, 17 That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide
pride from man.

The heathen without the Bible do not know the word of God but they knew
what is right from wrong. From the integrity of their heart. The Bible was
not there yet but today we have the spiritual circumcision and the Bible but
we do not fear sinning.

Daniel 2 is loaded, without this chapter we cannot understand the plan of

God for the man from that time onwards until he returns. This is where the
Lord revealed what will happen.

The magicians and astrologers were out staged by Daniel and friends.
Nebuchadnezzar was not content but also pitted the sorcerers and the
Chaldeans. Sorcery in Greek is pharmaceutica meaning drugs. Chaldeans
are the wisest men of days. When Jesus was born, the magi came from the
East. They came from Babylon. In Daniel’s time, the Chaldeans were the
wisest. This is to shew the king his dreams.
Daniel 2:3-4
King James Version
3 And the king said unto them, I have dreamed a dream, and my spirit was
troubled to know the dream.
4 Then spake the Chaldeans to the king in Syriack, O king, live for ever: tell
thy servants the dream, and we will shew the interpretation.

From verse 4 to 7 is in Assyriac or Aramaic. Even Daniel is familiar.

Daniel 2:5

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King James Version
5 The king answered and said to the Chaldeans, The thing is gone from me:
if ye will not make known unto me the dream, with the interpretation
thereof, ye shall be cut in pieces, and your houses shall be made a dunghill.

King Nebuchadnezzar was ill-tempered and can easily chop off any man that
he did not like.

Daniel 2:6
King James Version
6 But if ye shew the dream, and the interpretation thereof, ye shall receive
of me gifts and rewards and great honour: therefore shew me the dream,
and the interpretation thereof.

They cannot discover it and they do not know so they repeated and asked
him again. ( 2ndly they have been fooling Nebuchadnezzar for some time).

Daniel 2:7
King James Version
7 They answered again and said, Let the king tell his servants the dream,
and we will shew the interpretation of it.

Daniel 2:8-10
King James Version
8 The king answered and said, I know of certainty that ye would gain the
time, because ye see the thing is gone from me.

9 But if ye will not make known unto me the dream, there is but one decree
for you: for ye have prepared lying and corrupt words to speak before me,
till the time be changed: therefore tell me the dream, and I shall know that
ye can shew me the interpretation thereof.

They said that no one has ever requested anything like that and no one can
ever know it except the angels.

10 The Chaldeans answered before the king, and said, There is not a man
upon the earth that can shew the king's matter: therefore there is no king,
lord, nor ruler, that asked such things at any magician, or astrologer, or
Chaldean.

Why did the sons of God leave their stature? Because of the daughters of
men.

Daniel 2:11-12
King James Version

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11 And it is a rare thing that the king requireth, and there is none other that
can shew it before the king, except the gods, whose dwelling is not with
flesh.

12 For this cause the king was angry and very furious, and commanded to
destroy all the wise men of Babylon.

13 And the decree went forth that the wise men should be slain; and they
sought Daniel and his fellows to be slain.

14 Then Daniel answered with counsel and wisdom to Arioch the captain of
the king's guard, which was gone forth to slay the wise men of Babylon:

15 He answered and said to Arioch the king's captain, Why is the decree so
hasty from the king? Then Arioch made the thing known to Daniel.

16 Then Daniel went in, and desired of the king that he would give him time,
and that he would shew the king the interpretation.

The wisest man on earth could not understand and does not know, what he
did was he did not consult Greek or Hebrew nor to his counselors. He
prayed. If it is not the Holy Spirit who will reveal it to you, you are just
intellectually arrogant. You ask the Lord and call on him. Pray before you
read your Bible. Having a sane mind is a blessing.

17 Then Daniel went to his house, and made the thing known to Hananiah,
Mishael, and Azariah, his companions:

He decided to have a prayer meeting.

Daniel 2:18-19
King James Version
18 That they would desire mercies of the God of heaven concerning this
secret; that Daniel and his fellows should not perish with the rest of the wise
men of Babylon.

19 Then was the secret revealed unto Daniel in a night vision. Then Daniel
blessed the God of heaven.

How do we know that we are holding the true, genuine word of God? This is
important because we can be swayed if we are not fully convinced. The
surest proof of the Bible is that it is the science of mathematical, scientific
and statistical probability. God prophesied 48 prophecies in one man, after
400 years the 48 prophecies came into fruition in one person. Bones not
broken, whose tomb and how he will be crucified. There were 500 witnesses
to his resurrection. What were the chances that the 48 prophecies after 400
years to happen. 1 out 10 to the 147th power. The number that outnumbers
the number of electrons in the universe. No writer attempted to write
something like this. There are still 500 prophecies regarding the 2 nd coming.

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Our King James Bible is what we use that is why we can read on the wisdom
of Daniel.

Daniel blessed the God of heaven.

Daniel 2:20
King James Version
20 Daniel answered and said, Blessed be the name of God for ever and ever:
for wisdom and might are his:

The name of God is widely blasphemed by people today. People have no

want or need for the word of the Lord and his name. But, the time will come
that there will be absolute. Military dictatorship wherein the name of the
Lord will be worshipped and feared in all hours of the day. In those time
when one says raca, they go to hell.

Matthew 5:22
King James Version
22 But I say unto you, That whosoever is angry with his brother without a
cause shall be in danger of the judgment: and whosoever shall say to his
brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council: but whosoever shall say,
Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.

What is hidden now will be revealed in the Millennium.

Matthew 5:28
King James Version
28 But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her
hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.

At this time there are 33 year old bodied Christ like beings (that is us)
roaming around and will bring those wrongdoers to hell.

Daniel 2:21-23
King James Version
21 And he changeth the times and the seasons: he removeth kings, and
setteth up kings: he giveth wisdom unto the wise, and knowledge to them
that know understanding:

22 He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the

darkness, and the light dwelleth with him.

23 I thank thee, and praise thee, O thou God of my fathers, who hast given
me wisdom and might, and hast made known unto me now what we desired
of thee: for thou hast now made known unto us the king's matter.
24 Therefore Daniel went in unto Arioch, whom the king had ordained to
destroy the wise men of Babylon: he went and said thus unto him; Destroy
not the wise men of Babylon: bring me in before the king, and I will shew
unto the king the interpretation.

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Daniel"
Monday, "Daniel" (Week_04) October_07_2024
Daniel 2:29
King James Version
29 As for thee, O king, thy thoughts came into thy mind upon thy bed, what
should come to pass hereafter: and he that revealeth secrets maketh known
to thee what shall come to pass.

Eschatology, what shall come to pass.

30 But as for me, this secret is not revealed to me for any wisdom that I have
more than any living, but for their sakes that shall make known the
interpretation to the king, and that thou mightest know the thoughts of thy
heart.

Daniel says he is an ordinary person. He is like any human being. Others

who know additional things from the Bible let us be thankful. But for the
sake of the magicians, and sorcerers, Daniel will reveal. The king will kill
them if they cannot make known the interpretation of the King. There are
reasons why he will show Daniel.

 The King will not boast of himself before God. In Chapter 4 we will
see how the King became proud and the consequence was he went
crazy for 7 years.

The discussion centers on the interpretation of Daniel Chapter 2, focusing

on the dream of Nebuchadnezzar and its prophetic significance. The
conversation delves into the meaning of eschatology and the revelation of
secrets by God. The dream's imagery, including a great image of gold, silver,
brass, and iron, is explained metaphorically, with the gold representing
Nebuchadnezzar's kingdom, and the subsequent kingdoms symbolized by
the other metals. The stone cut out without hands, representing the kingdom
of God, ultimately replaces the image. The conversation also references
other biblical texts, such as Ecclesiastes and Revelation, to support the
interpretation.

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Daniel 2:31

King James Version

31 Thou, O king, sawest, and behold a great image. This great image, whose
brightness was excellent, stood before thee; and the form thereof was
terrible.

The King could not sleep.

Discussion on Daniel Chapter 2

Speaker discusses the context of Daniel Chapter 2, specifically verses 29 and

30.
Speaker explains the term "eschatology" and its relevance to the passage.
The conversation touches on the purpose of revealing secrets to Daniel.
Speaker emphasizes the importance of the interpretation for the king's
understanding.

Interpretation of the Dream

Speaker describes the great image head made of fine gold, breast and his
arm is silver, Thigh and his belly is made of brass.

Daniel 2:32-34
King James Version
32 This image's head was of fine gold, his breast and his arms of silver, his
belly and his thighs of brass,

33 His legs of iron, his feet part of iron and part of clay.

34 Thou sawest till that a stone was cut out without hands, which smote the
image upon his feet that were of iron and clay, and brake them to pieces.

The image is explained in detail, including its components and their

significance.
The stone cut out without hands is introduced, symbolizing the ultimate
power.
The image is destroyed, and the stone becomes a great mountain filling the
whole earth.

Daniel 2:35
King James Version
35 Then was the iron, the clay, the brass, the silver, and the gold, broken to
pieces together, and became like the chaff of the summer threshingfloors;
and the wind carried them away, that no place was found for them: and the
stone that smote the image became a great mountain

Explanation of the Dream's Interpretation

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Speaker discusses the interpretation of the dream, emphasizing the king's
role.
The peace of the field and the powers of the heaven are explained in political
terms.
Speaker references Ecclesiastes to further elaborate on the interpretation.
The conversation includes references to Revelation and the significance of
the bird of the air.
Daniel 2:36-38
King James Version
36 This is the dream; and we will tell the interpretation thereof before the
king.

37 Thou, O king, art a king of kings: for the God of heaven hath given thee a
kingdom, power, and strength, and glory.

38 And wheresoever the children of men dwell, the beasts of the field and
the fowls of the heaven hath he given into thine hand, and hath made thee
ruler over them all. Thou art this head of gold.

The beasts of the field means political figure. Jesus Christ called Herod
‘fox’. Beasts of the field represents the political figures that we see.
President, governor, senator are called beasts. The fowls of heaven mean
(negative connotation) evil spirit.

Ecclesiastes 10:20
King James Version
20 Curse not the king, no not in thy thought; and curse not the rich in thy
bedchamber: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath
wings shall tell the matter.

Don’t curse one in your room or in private, because the birds of the air will
hear it. There are those that listen and can hear. You do not see them. Bird
of the air.

Revelation 18:2
King James Version
2 And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is
fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every
foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird.

Matthew 13:14
King James Version
14 And in them is fulfilled the prophecy of Esaias, which saith, By hearing ye
shall hear, and shall not understand; and seeing ye shall see, and shall not
perceive:

Matthew 13:19
King James Version

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19 When any one heareth the word of the kingdom, and understandeth it
not, then cometh the wicked one, and catcheth away that which was sown in
his heart. This is he which received seed by the way side.

When you reach home after church, do you remember the word from the
pastor? Do you remember it? They Ephesians 2:2

The airwaves or the internet and radio waves because it comes from the air.
This is from the devil. A lot of lives have been destroyed because of radio,
television and internet. Worldly music is hard to remove. Until you fall
asleep it resonates in your mind.

The beast of the field is linked to political figures and their influence.
The powers of the heaven are discussed in the context of spiritual authority.
The conversation touches on the role of the prince of the power of the air,
referencing Ephesians.
Ephesians 2:2
King James Version
2 Wherein in time past ye walked according to the course of this world,
according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit that now worketh
in the children of disobedience:

38 And wheresoever the children of men dwell, the beasts of the field and
the fowls of the heaven hath he given into thine hand, and hath made thee
ruler over them all. Thou art this head of gold.

He is a King of Kings ruling Babylon. But the Lord is the King of Kings.
Babylon has a negative influence today and during the time of the Jew. The
Jews learned from the Talmud, the sayings and the worship of Mother and
son is from the Goddess semiramis.
It is similar to the worship of Mary. Catholics embrace the Immaculate
Concepcion which is from the worship of semiramis which originated from
Babylon.

Daniel 2:39
King James Version
39 And after thee shall arise another kingdom inferior to thee, and another
third kingdom of brass, which shall bear rule over all the earth.

Another shall arise inferior to thee.

Daniel 8:20-21
King James Version
20 The ram which thou sawest having two horns are the kings of Media and
Persia.
21 And the rough goat is the king of Grecia: and the great horn that is
between his eyes is the first king.

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Medo-Persia and then Kingdom of Greece referencing Alexander the Great
and his influence. Belly and thigh is referring to this leader. He was able to
occupy the largest territory. He died when he was 33 years old. He is a
chronic drinker. The discussion covers the significance of the manuscripts
and their impact on the Bible. Aristotle was his teacher. He is the
contemporary of Socrates and Plato. Before he died he wanted to have a
Museum. He made one in Alexandria, Egypt. This is where the Bible
perversions come from. Origen did not believe in hell and in the Millennium
or the literal interpretation of the Bible. The Jehovah’s witnesses sprang
from them. Our Bible came from Antioch. NIV, ASB, and other modern
Bibles came from Alexandria.

Daniel 2:40
King James Version
40 And the fourth kingdom shall be strong as iron: forasmuch as iron
breaketh in pieces and subdueth all things: and as iron that breaketh all
these, shall it break in pieces and bruise.

Then comes the brainwashing influence of Rome and the process of sowing
discord. The feet is Rome. It is the most successful when it comes to scaring
the masses. To change the culture and belief of people, they put people who
will teach what they need to know. The language during the time was Koine
Greek was a common language spoken and written from the 4th century BC
to the mid-6th century AD. It was the most widely spoken form of Greek
during this time, and was spoken in: Greece, Macedonia, Parts of Africa, and
Parts of the Middle East. The Lord Jesus Christ was crucified during this
time.

Daniel 2:41
King James Version
41 And whereas thou sawest the feet and toes, part of potters' clay, and part
of iron, the kingdom shall be divided; but there shall be in it of the strength
of the iron, forasmuch as thou sawest the iron mixed with miry clay.

The next kingdom is iron mixed with clay – the kingdom of the anti-Christ
during the time of tribulation. Clay represents human, iron represents the
aliens or demons. The intermingling between humanity and angels will
happen again. These intermingling results in giants. This is why he had to
immerse the earth with a flood. Not only the humanity but the fallen angels
intermingled with creatures as well.

Jude 6
King James Version
6 And the angels which kept not their first estate, but left their own
habitation, he hath reserved in everlasting chains under darkness unto the
judgment of the great day.7 Even as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities

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about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going
after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of
eternal fire.

Daniel 2:41, the strength of iron mixed with clay, symbolizing the kingdom
of the Antichrist and the time of tribulation. The conversation shifts to Jude
1:6, comparing the actions of those who left their habitation to Sodom and
Gomorrah, emphasizing fornication and going after strange flesh. Speaker
delves into the significance of the term "in like manner" and its comparison
to the actions of the angels in Genesis 6. Strange flesh is animals. Sodom
and Gomorrah practiced bestiality. The fallen angels intermingled with
animals. Come tribulation this will happen again.

Daniel 2:42
King James Version
42 And as the toes of the feet were part of iron, and part of clay, so the
kingdom shall be partly strong, and partly broken.

Papal Rome will reign during tribulation. The antichrist will reign.

Daniel 2:43
King James Version
43 And whereas thou sawest iron mixed with miry clay, they shall mingle
themselves with the seed of men: but they shall not cleave one to another,
even as iron is not mixed with clay.
The discussion delves into biblical interpretation, focusing on Daniel 2:41-43
and its implications for the kingdom of the Antichrist and the tribulation. It
explains the symbolism of iron and clay, representing strength and fragility,
respectively. The conversation also references Jude 1:6, comparing the
actions of those who left their habitation to Sodom and Gomorrah. AI is
being prepared.

Daniel 2:44
King James Version
44 And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom,
which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other
people, but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it
shall stand for ever.

But the Lord Jesus Christ will smash all these kingdoms and will reign in the
Millenial Kingdom and we will reign with him.

Daniel
Monday, October 14, 2024
The King and His Kingdom is the main theme of the entire Bible.

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The conversation delves into the biblical interpretation of kingship and the
concept of the Kingdom of Heaven, referencing various passages from
Genesis and Ezekiel. It discusses the first king of the earth, Adam, and the
anointed king, Lucifer, who later became the king of Tyrus. The conversation
also touches on the command to be fruitful and multiply, linking it to the
Gentile power and the time element of 606 BC. Additionally, it explores the
prophetic significance of the statue and image in Daniel's visions, relating
them to the kingdoms of Babylon and the Antichrist, emphasizing the role of
the 10 demoniac kings and the law of entropy.

Action Items
Conduct further study on the book of Daniel, specifically the interpretation
of Nebuchadnezzar's dream.

Explore the significance of the command given to Adam and its connection
to the kings throughout history.

Investigate the role of the Antichrist and the 10 kings in the fifth kingdom.

Analyze the concept of human nature and the lessons that can be learned
from the repetition of mistakes throughout history.

Outline
The Beginning of the Gentile Power
In Daniel 2:37 the King of Babylon is referred to as a king of kings. This is
the first time in history that a king is referred to as a king of kings, marking
the beginning of the Gentile power. The conversation shifts to the Kingdom
of Heaven, emphasizing its literal nature and its connection to the first king
of the earth, Adam.

The First King of the Earth

The 1st man king was Adam. In Genesis 1:28, God blesses Adam and
commands him to be fruitful and multiply.
The term "dominion" is explained as meaning kingship, linking Adam to the
role of the first king of the earth.
Genesis 1:28
King James Version
28 And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply,
and replenish the earth, and subdue it: and have dominion over the fish of
the sea, and over the fowl of the air, and over every living thing that moveth
upon the earth.

In Genesis 1:2 it describes the earth as being without form before God
shaped it. In
Ezekiel 28:14 Lucifer is cited as the king of the first earth, highlighting his
rebellion. Lucifer was the king of the 1st earth. In Genesis 1:2, it says earth
was without form, so the 1st earth had a king as well. He rebelled against
God and said ‘I will’ 5 times resulting to his descent 5 times.

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 Ezekiel 28:14
King James Version
14 Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I have set thee so: thou
wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked up and down in the
midst of the stones of fire.

The 2nd King of the earth was Noah.

Genesis 9:1
King James Version
9 And God blessed Noah and his sons, and said unto them, Be fruitful, and
multiply, and replenish the earth.
Replenish was the same command that was given by God.

The Command to Replenish

The command given to Adam was to be fruitful and multiply, linking it to the
same command given to Noah and his sons. The command to replenish the
earth is connected to the Kingdom of Heaven. In Genesis 9:8 and 10, it
emphasized the continuity of this command throughout history. The role of
King Solomon and his sons in fulfilling this command is also mentioned.

King David was the next King.

King Solomon came after King David.

Daniel 2:37
King James Version
37 Thou, O king, art a king of kings: for the God of heaven hath given thee a
kingdom, power, and strength, and glory.
Kingdom of heaven was removed from the Israelites and this was the 1 st time
that there was an international king. This was the start of the reign of the
Gentiles in 606 BC.

The Kingdom of Heaven and the Gentile Power

The Kingdom of Heaven is a literal kingdom and the King of Babylon is the
first international king. This is the beginning of the Gentile power, with a
focus on the time element, specifically 606 BC.

The discussion includes references to Daniel 2:37, and the significance of

the Gentile power in the context of the Kingdom of Heaven.
The conversation also touches on the interpretation of dreams and the
representation of the kingdoms in Daniel's visions.

The Fifth Kingdom and the Antichrist

The conversation shifts to the fifth kingdom, represented by iron mixed with
fire clay, symbolizing the 10 demoniac kings of the Antichrist. These kings
will mingle themselves with the seed of men but will not live one to another.

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The discussion includes references to Daniel chapter 2, verses 40 and 43,
and the interpretation of the statue and image in the dream. The
conversation also touches on the significance of the fifth kingdom in the
context of the Antichrist and the end times.

The Law of Entropy, Human Nature and the End Times

The Antichrist will appear in the end times. The interpretation of this
biblical prophecy includes references to the law of entropy. The seven
dispensations from genetic to the millennial age, emphasizes the lesson of
human nature. That men never learn from history. The human nature and
the law of entropy is a biblical principle. The Theory of Evolution is bogus.

The Church Age and the End Times

The Church of Laodicea in the end times leads to the Son of Man's coming.
The Roman Empire which is symbolic to the Babylonian empire plays a role
in the end times. This is the period of persecution of the Jews.

The Representation of Kingdoms in Daniel's visions, specifically the statue

and image, points to the elements and the significance of the materials used
to represent the kingdoms, such as silver, gold, iron, and clay. The 10
demoniac kings will arise.

Daniel 2:43
King James Version
43 And whereas thou sawest iron mixed with miry clay, they shall mingle
themselves with the seed of men: but they shall not cleave one to another,
even as iron is not mixed with clay.
Note: Gold Head is to Babylon, Silver Breast and hands is to Medo Persia,
Brass Torso and thigh is to the Kingdom of Alexander the Great then the
Iron legs is to Rome and the 5th kingdom iron mixed with clay is to the
demoniac kings (men mixed with demoniac) Kingdom of the anti-christ.
Note: Nephilims are borne from angelic beings and men

Luke 17:26
King James Version
26 And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son
of man.
There would be ‘ex men’. The 10 demoniac kings will convince the people
through their super powers. Why is it that the King Nebuchadnezzar dreamt
this huge statue? Why was it not made in angelic form? Why not spiritual
being? The theory of Charles Darwin is bogus. Because the Bible itself
proves that the theory of devolution or degeneration was used by God to
emphasize the law of human collapse. The law of entropy, the 2 nd law of
thermos dynamics. All things deteriorate. Adam was perfect and ended in a
defective, sinful body. History repeats itself, men never learn from history.

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From the conception of Seth and Cain, they married angelic demons. God
destroyed them. Noah continued the lineage, what happened to the children
of Abraham, they end up worshipping idols. This is the law of human
collapse or human nature. The human statue was chosen by God as the
image in the dream to debunk Darwin’s theory of Evolution and to magnify
the Law of degeneration of man. During the time of Moses, God wrote the
tablet of Law. While this was happening, the Israelites were worshipping a
formed idol. During the time of Manasseh, they worshipped idols that the
Lord hated.

In the church age Luke 13 the church will end in the Laodicea age, it will
end in apostasy. When Ignatius was in the brink of death, messengers from
the Catholic Church came, he said do not do anything to rescue me. “no
Church Father has expressed the longing for union with Christ and for life in
him with the intensity of Ignatius.” Ignatius' last words before the lions tore
him to pieces: “Allow me to become food for the wild beasts, through whose
means it will be granted me to reach God. During the Laodicean age it
exudes human degeneration.

In the Millennium age, it had perfect tutelage of the Lord Jesus Christ. The
Law is strict and fully implemented. There will still be thoughts of rebellion.
Satan will be let loose after the Millennium and there are those that are
ready to rebel. There is no good thing that dwelleth in me.

What insights does the discussion of the 5 kingdoms, the Antichrist's

kingdom, and the mixing of human seed offer into biblical prophecy and end
times events?

The 5 kingdoms represent a prophetic timeline, with the final kingdom being
that of the Antichrist. This suggests a progression of Gentile powers leading
up to the end times.

The Antichrist's kingdom is described as having 10 demonic kings who will

"mingle themselves with the seed of men." This indicates a supernatural,
demonic influence over the final kingdom, with the Antichrist blending
human and spiritual elements.

The mixing of human seed points to a corrupting of humanity, potentially

through genetic manipulation or other means, as part of the Antichrist's rise
to power. This could be a fulfillment of biblical warnings about the end
times.

These details highlight the spiritual warfare and supernatural elements

involved in the end times, as foretold in biblical prophecy. They suggest a
complex, multifaceted struggle between the forces of good and evil leading
up to the return of Christ.

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Overall, this discussion provides a glimpse into the intricate and ominous
nature of the end times events described in the Bible, centered around the
rise of the Antichrist and the spiritual battle for the fate of humanity.

Tertullian and church fathers are all intelligent men but they do not believe
in a millennial reign of Christ. They believe in the sprinkling infant baptism
that will save one.

Daniel 2:44-45
King James Version
44 And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom,
which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other
people, but it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it
shall stand for ever.

45 Forasmuch as thou sawest that the stone was cut out of the mountain
without hands, and that it brake in pieces the iron, the brass, the clay, the
silver, and the gold; the great God hath made known to the king what shall
come to pass hereafter: and the dream is certain, and the interpretation
thereof sure.

Psalms 118:22-24 King James Version (KJV)

The stone which the builders refused Is become the head stone of the
corner. This is the LORD's doing; It is marvellous in our eyes. This is the day
which the LORD hath made; We will rejoice and be glad in it.

The stone is none other than our Lord Jesus Christ.

Daniel 2:46
King James Version
46 Then the king Nebuchadnezzar fell upon his face, and worshipped Daniel,
and commanded that they should offer an oblation and sweet odours unto
him.

Oblation is a sacrificial offer that is done only to the Lord. Daniel was
worshipped by King Nebuchadnezzar.

Daniel knelt in the presence of the angel, the angel stopped him. When
Apostle John knelt in the presence of the angel, the angel stopped him.
When Barnabbas was worshipped as the Gods, he rebuked those who wish
to exalt him. Daniel on the other hand did not stop Nebuchadnezzar.
Daniel’s wisdom may have eaten him up. This acceptance of worship is an
abomination unto God. In Ezekiel 14:14 King James Version
14 Though these three men, Noah, Daniel, and Job, were in it, they should
deliver but their own souls by their righteousness, saith the Lord God.
Although he is wise, he is still a man and he failed in that aspect.

Daniel 2:49
King James Version

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49 Then Daniel requested of the king, and he set Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abednego, over the affairs of the province of Babylon: but Daniel sat in the
gate of the king.

Next week we tackle Chapter 3, in the discourse of the next chapter, Daniel
was not mentioned. Because he stayed in the gates and not inside. There
are 30 verses to tackle.

Monday, "Daniel"
(Week_06)
October_21_2024

The discussion delves into Daniel Chapter 3, focusing on the practical

lessons and biblical numerology. Key points include:
 The significance of the image of gold, its height of 60 cubits, and the
number 6, associated with mankind and the Antichrist.
 The importance of music in worship, connecting it to Revelation 13
and Ezekiel 28, emphasizing the manipulative power of music. The
narrative follows King Nebuchadnezzar's decree for worship, the
Jews' refusal, and their subsequent persecution.
 The conversation also touches on the historical context, the
translation of the Bible, and the courage of those who stand firm in
their faith.

Action Items

 Carefully study the biblical numerology and symbolism in Daniel

chapter 3.
 Explore the role of music in worship and its potential for manipulation
or control.
 Prioritize God's word and truth over emotional or fleshly desires in the
church.

Outline
Daniel 3:1
King James Version
3 Nebuchadnezzar the king made an image of gold, whose height was
threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof six cubits: he set it up in the plain
of Dura, in the province of Babylon.

Nebuchadnezzar builds a golden image, set up in Babylon. After he heard

the interpretation of the dream, he fed the ego of God but afterwards
Nebuchadnezzar thought it was of himself.

Biblical numerology and the Tower of Babel.

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The height of the image is very significant. God is very particular with
numbers. The number six and its significance in biblical numerology. The
height is number 6, the breadth is number 6. Remember when Nimrod
made the Tower of Babylon it was in Babylon and Nebuchadnezzar built the
image in the same place. Number 6 is the number of man. Only the breadth
and height was mentioned. The obelisk in Egypt is like unto the image built
by Nebuchadnezzar. It is as the attempt of Satan to go high and exceed the
heights of the almighty. Like the obelisk just breadth and height. It lacks
the 3rd 6. The instrument to be used are 6 instruments.

Daniel 3:7
King James Version
7 Therefore at that time, when all the people heard the sound of the cornet,
flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and all kinds of musick, all the people, the
nations, and the languages, fell down and worshipped the golden image that
Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up.

Daniel 3:10
King James Version
10 Thou, O king, hast made a decree, that every man that shall hear the
sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all
kinds of musick, shall fall down and worship the golden image:

1. Cornet
2. Flute
3. Harp
4. Sackbut
5. Psaltery
6. Dulcimer

Worshiping the Antichrist through music and image.

Image is connected with worship. Worshipping the image thru music.

Revelation 13:8
King James Version
8 And all that dwell upon the earth shall worship him, whose names are not
written in the book of life of the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world.

Revelation 13:14
King James Version
14 And deceiveth them that dwell on the earth by the means of those
miracles which he had power to do in the sight of the beast; saying to them
that dwell on the earth, that they should make an image to the beast, which
had the wound by a sword, and did live.
15 And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image
of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not
worship the image of the beast should be killed.

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Daniel 3:2
King James Version
2 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king sent to gather together the princes, the
governors, and the captains, the judges, the treasurers, the counsellors, the
sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces, to come to the dedication of the
image which Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up.
3 Then the princes, the governors, and captains, the judges, the treasurers,
the counsellors, the sheriffs, and all the rulers of the provinces, were
gathered together unto the dedication of the image that Nebuchadnezzar
the king had set up; and they stood before the image that Nebuchadnezzar
had set up.

Daniel 3:5
King James Version
5 That at what time ye hear the sound of the cornet, flute, harp, sackbut,
psaltery, dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, ye fall down and worship the
golden image that Nebuchadnezzar the king hath set up:
Daniel 3:6
King James Version
6 And whoso falleth not down and worshippeth shall the same hour be cast
into the midst of a burning fiery furnace.

Why did Nebuchadnezzar connect the worship of the image with music?
Nebuchadnezzar is the great type of the picture of the anti-Christ.

Why are people attracted to and infatuated with music?

Ezekiel 28:13-14
King James Version
13 Thou hast been in Eden the garden of God; every precious stone was thy
covering, the sardius, topaz, and the diamond, the beryl, the onyx, and the
jasper, the sapphire, the emerald, and the carbuncle, and gold: the
workmanship of thy tabrets and of thy pipes was prepared in thee in the day
that thou wast created.14 Thou art the anointed cherub that covereth; and I
have set thee so: thou wast upon the holy mountain of God; thou hast walked
up and down in the midst of the stones of fire.

Tabrets is the drums and the pipes is the wind instrument. Where did he
have a choir?
Job 38:6-7
King James Version
6 Whereupon are the foundations thereof fastened? or who laid the corner
stone thereof;
7 When the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for
joy?

Lucifer was the choir director of the angels in heaven. Music is very
dangerous. Charismatic churches ‘feel’ God thru music. They close their
eyes and they need to have the piano and guitar. Once the band plays they
lose themselves. They go crazy. Music is one of the things Satan can

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control. LSS is when you hear the music again and again and it is now
engrained in your brain, you begin to hum it unknowingly. It is one of the
greatest stronghold Satan has on man. Churches who prioritizes young
people and music entertainment, you are moved emotionally. Music is
dangerous if you don’t watch. Psalms, hymns and spiritual songs help us not
prioritize flesh more than God. Others are attracted to worship services that
please their flesh.

Worshiping the image with 666, Antichrist, and COVID-19 connections.

Worship and image, with mentions of Nebuchadnezzar and Ezekiel.
King Nebuchadnezzar gathers officials to worship golden image, but they
are unable to do so.

Music, creation, and Lucifer in the Bible.

The speaker discusses the creation of music and the role of Lucifer in it.
Prioritizing emotions and flesh over God in music.
We should be prioritizing God over emotions and flesh.

Daniel 3:7
King James Version
7 Therefore at that time, when all the people heard the sound of the cornet,
flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and all kinds of musick, all the people, the
nations, and the languages, fell down and worshipped the golden image that
Nebuchadnezzar the king had set up.

If they don’t fall down and start worshiping the golden image, they will be
cast into the burning furnace.

Daniel 3:11-12
King James Version
11 And whoso falleth not down and worshippeth, that he should be cast into
the midst of a burning fiery furnace.12 There are certain Jews whom thou
hast set over the affairs of the province of Babylon, Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abednego; these men, O king, have not regarded thee: they serve not thy
gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.

1. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were those who debunked the

Chaldeans because they are 10 times wiser.
2. Interpretation of the Dream they again debunked them because they
were able to interpret the dream thru Daniel. The Chaldeans are
envious. The 1st anti-Semitism expressed. This is because of the
promise of God to them.

Daniel 3:13
King James Version
13 Then Nebuchadnezzar in his rage and fury commanded to bring
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Then they brought these men before the
king.

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King Nebuchadnezzar is easily angered he is ill tempered.

Daniel 3:14
King James Version
14 Nebuchadnezzar spake and said unto them, Is it true, O Shadrach,
Meshach, and Abednego, do not ye serve my gods, nor worship the golden
image which I have set up?

Jews accused, serving God instead. The worship of Nebuchadnezzar's

golden image was mandatory and there are consequences for those who
refuse to worship.

Worshiping idols and hatred towards Jews.

The hate towards Jews and the desire to kill them.
Biblical verse 15, God's deliverance from burdens.
Daniel 3:15
King James Version
15 Now if ye be ready that at what time ye hear the sound of the cornet,
flute, harp, sackbut, psaltery, and dulcimer, and all kinds of musick, ye fall
down and worship the image which I have made; well: but if ye worship not,
ye shall be cast the same hour into the midst of a burning fiery furnace; and
who is that God that shall deliver you out of my hands?

The fiery furnace is the picture of hell. It was heated 7 times. This is where
we witness how the three answered Nebuchadnezzar.

Daniel 3:16
King James Version
16 Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, answered and said to the king, O
Nebuchadnezzar, we are not careful to answer thee in this matter.

These three are not worried,

Philippians 4:6
King James Version
6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with
thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Daniel 3:17
King James Version
17 If it be so, our God whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning
fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, O king.
18 But if not, be it known unto thee, O king, that we will not serve thy gods,
nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.

William Tyndale translated the Bible to English. He was born again. God
used him so England can have the Bible in English. Tyndale courageously
replied, “I defy the Pope and all his laws! In fact, if God spares my life, I
intend to make it possible for a common farmer, a plowman, to know more of
the Scripture than you do!”

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They do not care if God will them to die or be saved but they will not bow
down. We live in the age and time that we have entitlement. That God is
obligated to feed us, clothe us and provide. Worshiping God takes courage
and avoiding the sin of false Religion, translation, and personal beliefs.

Don Barker used to be a pastor, one time in his life his mother got sick. He
prayed to the Lord, as he was faithful and serving the Lord. Despite that his
mother died. After this he became on of the defender of atheism. This is
because of the unanswered prayer.

If we are cowards in facing the challenges of life, we will not last long. We
should not be lazy as well.
How can Christians maintain their faith in modern times despite societal
challenges? Being a Christian in modern times is very challenging. It takes
courage to be a Christian" and that there may be "consequences" for
Christians in the world. The speaker emphasizes the importance of studying
the Bible and not being "lazy people" who complain that the Bible is hard to
understand. The overall message seems to be that maintaining faith in the
face of societal challenges requires courage, diligence in studying scripture,
and a willingness to face potential consequences for one's beliefs.

Daniel 3:19
King James Version
19 Then was Nebuchadnezzar full of fury, and the form of his visage was
changed against Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego: therefore he spake,
and commanded that they should heat the furnace one seven times more
than it was wont to be heated.

How can we apply the practical lessons from the story of Daniel
chapter 3 to our lives today?

 Be steadfast in our faith and obedience to God, even when faced with
pressure to compromise our beliefs, like Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abednego.

 Recognize the dangers of idolatry and prioritizing emotions/flesh over

worshiping God, as seen in Nebuchadnezzar's golden image.

 Rely on God's power to deliver us from trials and burdens, trusting

that He is able to save us, even if He chooses not to in the way we
expect.

 Be aware of the spiritual warfare and attacks against God's people,

and stand firm against the hatred and persecution that may come.

 Maintain a biblical perspective on music and worship, ensuring they

glorify God rather than appeal to our fleshly desires.

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The key is to learn from the examples in this passage and apply them to our
modern context, keeping our faith and obedience to God as the top priority.

What is the significance of the number six in biblical numerology,

and how does it relate to the Tower of Babel?

 According to the meeting context, the number six is significant in

biblical numerology and relates to the Tower of Babel in the following
ways:

 The height of Nebuchadnezzar's golden image was 60 cubits, and the

width was 6 cubits. The speaker notes that the number six is
associated with man, as it is the "number of man."

 When Nimrod built the Tower of Babel, the number six was repeated
twice - the height was 60 cubits, and the width was 6 cubits. This
repetition of the number six is seen as significant.

 The speaker connects the number six to the attempt of man to be like
God, as seen in Satan's desire to "be like the Most High" and in the
building of the Tower of Babel, where mankind sought to reach the
heavens.

 The repetition of the number six in the dimensions of both the golden
image and the Tower of Babel is interpreted as a symbol of man's
pride and desire to usurp God's authority, rather than submitting to
Him.

So in biblical numerology, the number six is closely associated with human

pride, rebellion, and the attempt to become like God, as exemplified in the
stories of Nebuchadnezzar's golden image and the Tower of Babel.

How can we ensure that our worship and expression of faith are
focused on God, rather than emotions or idols?

 Prioritize God's word and truth over emotional or fleshly desires in

our worship and church practices. The speaker emphasizes the
importance of not prioritizing our emotions and flesh over worshiping
God.

 Be cautious of the role of music and its potential to manipulate or

control our worship. The speaker discusses how music can appeal to
our fleshly desires and become a form of idolatry, rather than
glorifying God.

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  Avoid the temptation to create our own "golden images" or idols that
we worship instead of the true God. We must be vigilant against the
human tendency to create things that we then elevate above God.

 Maintain a biblical perspective on worship, focusing on glorifying God

through hymns, spiritual songs, and a genuine heart of devotion,
rather than relying solely on emotional experiences or entertainment.

 Pray for discernment and the guidance of the Holy Spirit to keep our
hearts and minds centered on God, not on ourselves or created things.

The key is to constantly examine our motivations and practices, ensuring

that our worship is truly God-honoring and not tainted by human pride,
rebellion, or a desire for control. By keeping God as the sole focus, we can
avoid the pitfalls of idolatry and emotional manipulation in our faith.

Daniel 3:21
King James Version
21 Then these men were bound in their coats, their hosen, and their hats,
and their other garments, and were cast into the midst of the burning fiery
furnace.

Obeying God's commands is important, even in the face of severe

consequences. The men were willing to be thrown into a burning furnace
rather than disobey God.

Having unwavering faith in God can lead to miraculous outcomes. The men
emerged unharmed from the furnace, with the speaker noting "this is the
result of obeying God, no matter what."

Daniel 3:22
King James Version
22 Therefore because the king's commandment was urgent, and the furnace
exceeding hot, the flames of the fire slew those men that took up Shadrach,
Meshach, and Abednego.

God is faithful and will not forget those who serve Him. The speaker cites a
Bible verse saying "God is not unrighteous to forget your word in labor of
love."

Trusting in God's protection and provision, even in the midst of adversity, is

crucial. The speaker describes God as the one who "takes the substitution to
meet the substitute" for those who believe in Him.

Daniel 3:24
King James Version

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23 And these three men, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, fell down
bound into the midst of the burning fiery furnace.
24 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astonished, and rose up in haste, and
spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into
the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king.
25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in the midst of
the fire, and they have no hurt; and the form of the fourth is like the Son of
God.

So in summary, the story demonstrates the power of obedience, faith, and

trust in God, even when facing significant challenges or threats. God is not
unrighteous to forget your work. All your tears, sweat, faithfulness and
labor of love. God will recompense.

Daniel 3:26-28
King James Version
26 Then Nebuchadnezzar came near to the mouth of the burning fiery
furnace, and spake, and said, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, ye
servants of the most high God, come forth, and come hither. Then Shadrach,
Meshach, and Abednego, came forth of the midst of the fire.

27 And the princes, governors, and captains, and the king's counsellors,
being gathered together, saw these men, upon whose bodies the fire had no
power, nor was an hair of their head singed, neither were their coats
changed, nor the smell of fire had passed on them.

28 Then Nebuchadnezzar spake, and said, Blessed be the God of Shadrach,

Meshach, and Abednego, who hath sent his angel, and delivered his servants
that trusted in him, and have changed the king's word, and yielded their
bodies, that they might not serve nor worship any god, except their own
God.

God was the substitute for us. Instead of us burning in hell, he took our
place thru substitution.

Daniel 3:29
King James Version
29 Therefore I make a decree, That every people, nation, and language,
which speak any thing amiss against the God of Shadrach, Meshach, and
Abednego, shall be cut in pieces, and their houses shall be made a dunghill:
because there is no other God that can deliver after this sort.

We can see in Chapter 4 that Nebuchadnezzar was saved. Twice he learned

the One true God. King Nebuchadnezzar was proud and said "this my
kingdom, which I have built" – because of pride he is transformed to
resemble an animal.

In Chapter 4 we will discuss how the watchers can observe human. There
are "two types" of angels - both evil and good - that are watching every day.

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This reflects the biblical view of a spiritual realm with both demonic and
angelic forces.

The speaker states "whether they are evil, they are evil agent or good agent,
both of them, both groups, are watching every day."

Why was Daniel not found in Chapter 3?

Daniel 2:48-49
King James Version
48 Then the king made Daniel a great man, and gave him many great gifts,
and made him ruler over the whole province of Babylon, and chief of the
governors over all the wise men of Babylon.49 Then Daniel requested of the
king, and he set Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, over the affairs of the
province of Babylon: but Daniel sat in the gate of the king.

1. He is outside of the city at the gates of the plain of Dura.

2. He was made a chief or prime minister 2nd to the King. Daniel is
beside the King and as such will not be required to kneel.

Monday, "Daniel" (Week_06)

October_28_2024

The discussion centers on Daniel Chapter 4, focusing on King

Nebuchadnezzar's dream of a tree cut down by a watcher, symbolizing his
kingdom's fall. Daniel interprets the dream, predicting Nebuchadnezzar's
humbling for seven years, living with animals. After this period,
Nebuchadnezzar regains his sanity, praising the Most High. Key lessons
include the greater the man, the greater the humbling process; rejection of
higher authority leads to passions taking over; tests must fulfill their
purpose; prosperity offers no security; severe punishment is not hopeless;
and deliverance calls for praise and thanksgiving. The session concludes
with a preview of the next week's discussion on Daniel Chapter 5.

Action Items
 Understand the lesson of Nebuchadnezzar's experience, which is that
pride goes before a fall, but those who humble themselves before God
will be exalted.

 Pray and give thanks to God, acknowledging His sovereignty and

dominion over all.

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The book of Daniel, chapter 4, with emphasis on King Nebuchadnezzar's
testimony and the signs and wonders. King Nebuchadnezzar shares his
testimony of God's signs and wonders. King Nebuchadnezzar recounts a
dream that made him afraid, seeking interpretation from wise men.

Dreams, trees, and spirituality.

The dream involving a tall tree that grows and reaches the heavens. It
involves a Biblical prophecy and watchers.
The watcher in Daniel 8:13 and Psalms 50:16.
The Watcher and its identity in Daniel 8:13.
Spiritual warfare and angels. There is a spiritual warfare against
principalities and powers.

Watchers, dreams, and wealth.

The watchers observe the realm and decide on the fate of the nation.

Ruling, kingdoms, and mercy.

King's interpretation and degree are challenged, and his kingdom is given to
others.

Pride and madness in a kingdom.

King speaks of pride and madness in building Babylon.

Humility in leadership, based on Nebuchadnezzar's experience, King

Nebuchadnezzar learns humility through divine punishment. From
Humility, passions, testing, and prosperity.
The speaker shares insights on humility, testing, and prosperity.
How can we apply the lessons of humility and divine testing from King
Nebuchadnezzar's experience to our own leadership and decision-making?

 Humility in leadership - Nebuchadnezzar's pride and boasting led to

his downfall, so we should guard against arrogance and remember
that our power and success ultimately come from God.

 Openness to divine correction - Nebuchadnezzar had to undergo a

humbling period before he recognized God's sovereignty. We should
be willing to humbly accept correction and guidance from God, even
when it's difficult.

 Dependence on God's wisdom - Nebuchadnezzar initially sought

interpretation of his dream from his own wise men, but only Daniel,
with God's spirit, could provide the true meaning. We should rely on
God's wisdom rather than our own understanding.

 Exercising mercy and compassion - After his restoration,

Nebuchadnezzar encouraged breaking from sins and showing mercy
to the poor. As leaders, we should use our influence to promote justice
and care for the vulnerable.

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The key is maintaining a posture of humility, openness to God's leading, and
a concern for the wellbeing of those we serve, rather than self-
aggrandizement. Nebuchadnezzar's experience shows how God can use
trials to shape us into more effective and righteous leaders.

What insights can we gain from the biblical accounts of dreams, visions, and
spiritual warfare, and how might they inform our understanding of the
unseen realm?

The unseen spiritual realm is real and active. The appearance of the
"watcher" and "holy one" in Daniel's vision, as well as references to
principalities, powers, and rulers of darkness, indicate there are spiritual
forces at work beyond the physical world.

God uses dreams and visions to communicate with people. These

supernatural experiences can reveal His plans, warnings, and wisdom, if we
are open to receiving and interpreting them properly.

There is an ongoing spiritual battle between good and evil. The descriptions
of spiritual warfare in passages like Ephesians 6 show that believers must be
vigilant and rely on God's armor to stand against the schemes of the devil.

God is sovereign over the spiritual realm. Though there are powerful
spiritual forces, the biblical accounts affirm that God is ultimately in control
and can use them to accomplish His purposes, as seen in Nebuchadnezzar's
experience.

These insights should inform our understanding that the world we see is not
all there is. We must be attuned to the spiritual dimension and seek God's
wisdom to navigate it. At the same time, we can take comfort that God
reigns supreme and will ultimately prevail. This should motivate us to walk
closely with Him and engage in spiritual warfare through prayer and
obedience.

How can we cultivate a spirit of discernment and wisdom when interpreting

biblical prophecies and the role of "watchers" in the affairs of nations and
individuals?

 Immerse yourself in Scripture. Develop a deep familiarity with the full

counsel of God's word, not just isolated passages. This provides
context and prevents misinterpretation.

 Pray for spiritual insight. Ask God to grant you wisdom and
discernment, as He promises to those who seek it (James 1:5). Rely on
the Holy Spirit to guide your understanding.

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  Study biblical prophecy and angelology carefully. Understand the
different types of prophetic language, symbols, and the roles of angels
and spiritual beings as described in the Bible.

 Seek counsel from mature, Spirit-filled believers. Don't rely solely on

your own interpretation. Consult with pastors, teachers, and others
who have a track record of biblical insight.

 Maintain humility and avoid sensationalism. Recognize the limits of

human understanding. Be cautious about making dogmatic claims,
especially regarding current events and the future.

 Focus on the core truths. Emphasize the central messages of the

gospel, God's sovereignty, and the call to holy living, rather than
getting caught up in speculative details.

 Apply biblical principles to your own life first. Discernment is not just
an intellectual exercise, but a matter of aligning your heart and
actions with God's will.

By cultivating these habits, you can grow in your ability to rightly interpret
biblical prophecies and the unseen spiritual realm, while avoiding the
pitfalls of pride, fear, or sensationalism. The goal is to glorify God and edify
the body of Christ, not to satisfy curiosity about the unknown.

Monday, "Daniel" (Week_08)

November_04_2024

The Prayer

We acknowledge, oh God, that as a teacher, we do not deserve to teach the

students. Oh God, we pray that you make us worthy. Oh God, by your grace,
we may be able to impart divine knowledge.

Lord, guide us and bless all the students that's going to listen to this lesson,
in Jesus name we pray.

Foreword

The discussion delves into the theological concepts of watchers and holy
ones in the Book of Daniel, particularly in Chapter 4, verse 17. It explores
the roles and authority of these angels, emphasizing their decree from God
and their surveillance of human actions. The conversation references various
biblical passages, including Titus 2:15, Acts 7:53, and Isaiah 45:7, to explain
their responsibilities and the implications of their decisions. The speakers
also touch on the second heaven, where angels and principalities exist, and
the influence of these entities on earthly affairs. The conversation concludes

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with a reminder of the importance of living a righteous life, as angels are
always watching.

Action Items

 Understand the role of angels, both good and evil, in the spiritual
realm.

 Discuss the significance of the "watchers" and "holy ones" mentioned

in Daniel 4:17.

 Explore the concept of the three heavens (first, second, and third) and
the spiritual powers represented in each.

 Recognize the ongoing spiritual warfare and the importance of prayer

in influencing the spiritual powers.

I. Understanding the Role of Watchers and Holy Ones in Daniel

We are going to tackle those two things, the watchers and only ones and
touch upon Angelology in the Book of Angel as promised in previous lessons.

Daniel 4:17
King James Version 17 This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the
demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know
that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to
whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.
In the context of angelology and the Bible, there are authorities and
responsibilities given to these angels in enacting decisions on Earth.

Authority and Watchfulness of Angels

In our English 101 in College we come across the word hendiadys.

hen·di·a·dys /henˈdīədəs/ noun, in Grammar, is the expression of a single idea
by two words connected with “and,” e.g., in

Titus 2:15
King James Version
15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no
man despise thee.
So ‘our great God and Savior, Jesus, Christ, great God and Savior’, two
nouns, but referring to one person, which is the Lord Jesus Christ. Now,
what are those we mentioned? Watcher and holy ones in Daniel 4:17. If we
did not have this verse we would not understand how the angels move in the
Bible.

How do the "watchers" and "holy ones" mentioned in Daniel 4:17 influence
events on Earth?

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 1. The "watchers" and "holy ones" are understood to be angels that have
a legitimate decree of authority and power from God to enact
decisions against people on Earth. They have a certain level of
authority and jurisdiction over earthly matters.

Galatians 3:19
King James Version
19 Wherefore then serveth the law? It was added because of transgressions,
till the seed should come to whom the promise was made; and it was
ordained by angels in the hand of a mediator.

Acts 7:53
King James Version
53 Who have received the law by the disposition of angels, and have
not kept it.

2. These angels are described as "watching" over humanity, observing

and judging our actions. They have a representative presence for
every nation, church, and individual in the spiritual realm (the third
heaven).

1 Corinthians 4:9
King James Version
9 For I think that God hath set forth us the apostles last, as it were
appointed to death: for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to
angels, and to men.
The angel called Daniel ‘the beloved’ in Daniel 9:23; 10:11; 10:19. He had a
great reputation in heaven.

Gideon was a farmer but the bible said in Judges 6:11-12, he is a man of
valour. When the angels look at him, he is a man of valour.

Job when God introduced him to Satan He said, ‘there is none like him’.

Paul during his time, when someone who is possessed touches a cloth
touched by Paul, they flee. But, when another attempted to drive out the
evil spirits they said, Paul I know and Jesus but said they did not know the
men who were trying to drive them out.

There are people who are famous now but the Lord does not know them.

The names in Hebrews 11, all the names were simple people who served
Him and in the witness of the heavenly realm they were famous.

3. They are involved in the spiritual warfare happening in the second

heaven, where there are both good and evil angelic powers vying for

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 influence. The evil angelic powers, referred to as "princes" or
representatives of earthly kingdoms, try to hinder God's purposes.

1 Corinthians 11:10
King James Version
10 For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of
the angels.

Job 26:13
King James Version
13 By his spirit he hath garnished the heavens; his hand hath formed the
crooked serpent.
These watchers watch the women. In Daniel says they are coming down
from heaven. The 2nd heaven has an s. When he refers to the 3rd heaven it is
singular.

Isaiah 45:7
King James Version
7 I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the
Lord do all these things.
There is something evil and dark when God is garnishing the 2nd heaven.

Isaiah 45:12
King James Version
12 I have made the earth, and created man upon it: I, even my hands, have
stretched out the heavens, and all their host have I commanded.

Isaiah 45:18
King James Version
18 For thus saith the Lord that created the heavens; God himself that
formed the earth and made it; he hath established it, he created it not in
vain, he formed it to be inhabited: I am the Lord; and there is none else.

Isaiah 48:13
King James Version
13 Mine hand also hath laid the foundation of the earth, and my right hand
hath spanned the heavens: when I call unto them, they stand up together.

Psalm 148:4-5
King James Version
4 Praise him, ye heavens of heavens, and ye waters that be above the
heavens.
5 Let them praise the name of the Lord: for he commanded, and they were
created.
The 2nd heaven us where he put the principalities, they are dirty.

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Job 15:15
King James Version
15
Behold, he putteth no trust in his saints; yea, the heavens are not clean in
his sight.

Job 25:5
King James Version
5 Behold even to the moon, and it shineth not; yea, the stars are not pure in
his sight.

Ephesians 6:12
King James Version
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high
places.

Isaiah 24:21
King James Version
21 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall punish the host
of the high ones that are on high, and the kings of the earth upon the earth.
In time God will clean the heavens. When? In the future during the
tribulation time. Satan is going to rebel again and will bring 1/3 of the
angels with him. These are the evil ones which are right now in the
heavens.

Revelation 12:3-4
King James Version
3 And there appeared another wonder in heaven; and behold a great red
dragon, having seven heads and ten horns, and seven crowns upon his
heads. 4 And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven, and did cast
them to the earth: and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready
to be delivered, for to devour her child as soon as it was born.

Isaiah 24:21
King James Version
21 And it shall come to pass in that day, that the Lord shall punish the host
of the high ones that are on high, and the kings of the earth upon the earth.
What is the involvement of the watchers to these angels in the 2 nd heaven?
The watchers are higher than those in the 2nd heaven.

Daniel 4:14
King James Version
14 He cried aloud, and said thus, Hew down the tree, and cut off his
branches, shake off his leaves, and scatter his fruit: let the beasts get away
from under it, and the fowls from his branches:
These watchers can make a decision to remove men from his position.
Example, King Nebuchadnezzar. Who decided to remove him from his

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height? Philippines and America are not different in forms of government.
God is the one who sets up the government or ruler. Every nation has a
representative in the 2nd heaven. If the churches have representation in the
3rd heaven, the governments have a representation in the 2nd heaven.

Daniel 10:13
King James Version
13 But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty
days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me; and I
remained there with the kings of Persia.

Satan gave dominion to people but they need to bow down to him. The evil
representatives in the 2nd heaven are the pawns of Satan.
What is the significance of the three heavens (first, second, and third) and
the spiritual powers represented in each?

The First Heaven

 This refers to the physical, visible heavens - the sky, atmosphere, and
celestial bodies.

 God is described as the one who "created the heavens" in this sense.

The Second Heaven:

 This refers to the spiritual realm of angels, demons, and other

spiritual powers.

 It is the domain of both good and evil spiritual entities, including

Satan and his demonic forces.

 These spiritual powers have a representative presence for every

nation and can influence earthly affairs.

 The Bible describes these powers as not being "pure in God's sight,"
implying the presence of evil and corruption in the second heaven.

 This includes the fallen angels who used to judge. Psalm 82:1 King
James Version 82 God standeth in the congregation of the mighty; he
judgeth among the gods.

The Third Heaven:

 This is the highest spiritual realm, the abode of God and the dwelling
place of His throne.

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  It is the realm where God's most faithful servants, like Daniel, are
highly regarded and have a special relationship with God.

 Every individual and nation has a representative in the third heaven,

either good or evil, depending on their spiritual alignment.

Through prayer and faithful service to God, believers can influence the
decisions and actions of these spiritual powers. The angels respond to the
prayers and devotion of God's people, either helping or hindering earthly
events based on divine purposes.

In summary, the "watchers" and "holy ones" have a significant role in

overseeing and shaping events on Earth, acting as intermediaries between
the heavenly and earthly realms. Their influence is tied to the spiritual
warfare happening in the unseen realm.

We have discussed the authority and watchfulness of angels, particularly in

Daniel Chapter 4, verse 17. These angels have a decree of authority from
God to enact decisions against people on Earth. Also, there is
representation of every nation and individual in the third heaven, with
angels observing and judging. The Holy men of God have a high reputation
in heaven. The angels are watching and judging humans, an example is
Daniel's special relationship with God. We are on display, as mentioned in
First Corinthians Chapter 4, verse 9.

There is a spiritual warfare and one of the weapons we have is prayer in

influencing the spiritual realm. There is an impact of Serving God and we
cannot ignore the Existence of Satan.

God is not obligated to send angels, but His decisions are based on His
reasons and the prayers of faithful Christians. We need to know the
importance of understanding the spiritual warfare and the role of angels in
judging and protecting humans.

The Final Thoughts and Transition to Chapter Five on Week 8. Teacher

concludes the discussion by emphasizing the importance of being careful in
life, as angels are always watching.

How can prayer influence the ongoing spiritual warfare and the decisions of
the spiritual powers?

Ephesians 6:12
King James Version
12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities,
against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against
spiritual wickedness in high places.
Spiritual Warfare:

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  The Bible describes a real spiritual battle happening in the unseen
realm, between good and evil spiritual powers.

 These powers, represented in the second heaven, are vying for

influence over earthly affairs and the lives of individuals and nations.

The Power of Prayer

 Through prayer, believers can engage in this spiritual warfare and

influence the decisions and actions of the spiritual powers

 Prayer is seen as a way to tap into the divine authority and

intervention in the spiritual realm.

 When believers pray fervently and faithfully, it can move the spiritual
powers to either help or hinder earthly events, depending on God's
purposes.

The Example of Daniel:

In Daniel 10, the angel explains that he was delayed in responding to

Daniel's prayer due to the "prince of the kingdom of Persia," a demonic
power representing the Persian Empire. However, the archangel Michael
came to help the angel, demonstrating how prayer can mobilize divine
assistance in the spiritual battle.

Influencing Spiritual Decisions:

The "watchers" and "holy ones" mentioned in Daniel 4:17 are understood to
be the angels who have the authority to enact decisions against people on
Earth. Through prayer, believers can appeal to these spiritual powers and
influence the decisions they make regarding earthly affairs.

Prayer is seen as a way to align oneself with God's will and tap into the
divine authority exercised by the angels.

In summary, prayer is a powerful tool that can influence the ongoing

spiritual warfare and the decisions of the spiritual powers, including the
"watchers" and "holy ones." By engaging in fervent, faithful prayer, believers
can participate in the unseen battle and see God's purposes unfold on Earth.

The significance of these three heavens is that they represent the different
spheres of spiritual influence and authority. The second heaven, in

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particular, is the battleground where good and evil spiritual powers contend
for control over earthly affairs. Understanding this spiritual hierarchy and
the dynamics between the heavens is crucial for navigating the unseen
spiritual realm and its impact on the physical world.

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