GROUP 3

BIBLE DANIEL
REVIE CHAPTE
W R 9 TO 12
GROUP MEMBERS
 GODWIN OKOH
 SAMUEL JENNIFER
 JULIET CHOLLOM
 EMMANUELLA PAUL
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HISTORICAL BACKGROUD

The book of Daniel was written during a time of great political turmoil and
exile for the Jewish people. It covers events from the 6 th century BC, when
the Babylonian Empire dominated the ancient Near East, to the rise of
the Medo-Persian Empire.

PURPOSE OF WRITTING

The Book of Daniel was written to provide hope, encouragement and

insight to Jewish people, especially during their exile and times of
persecution. It serves both as a historical record and a prophetic
revelation of God’s sovereignty over world event.
 INTRODUCTION
The book of Daniel was written during a time when the Jews were
suffering greatly under the persecution and oppression of a pagan king.
Using stories and accounts of visions, the writer encourages the people of
this time with the hope that God will bring the tyrant down and restore
sovereignty of God’s people.

The final chapters of the Book of Daniel (chapters 9-12) focus on Daniel’s
vision and prophecies, which contain deep eschatological (end-times)
themes, spiritual warfare, and God’s sovereignty.
 CHAPTER 9 REVIEW

Daniel 9 records Daniel’s prayer and the prophecy of the Seventy Weeks.

Daniel’s Prayer (Verses 1–19)

During the reign of Darius, Daniel studies the Scriptures, particularly the
writings of Jeremiah, and realizes that the 70-year exile of Israel is nearing
its end. He humbly prays to God, confessing the sins of Israel and
pleading for mercy and restoration. He acknowledges Israel’s rebellion,
God’s righteousness, and asks for forgiveness, not because of their
righteousness but because of God's great mercy.

Gabriel’s Message: The Prophecy of the Seventy Weeks (Verses 20–27)

As Daniel prays, the angel Gabriel appears and provides a prophetic

message concerning Israel’s future. Gabriel reveals that seven times
seventy years is the length of time God has set for freeing his people and
his holy city from sin and evil.

The timeline includes:

Seven times seventy years (490 years): The decree to rebuild Jerusalem
until God’s chosen leader comes.

After Jerusalem is rebuilt, it will stand for Seven times Sixty-two year (434
years) but it will be a time of trouble, and at the end of that time, God’s
chosen will be killed unjustly and the city and temple will be destroyed by
invading army of powerful rulers.
The final "week" (7 years): A ruler (often identified as the Antichrist) will
make a covenant but will break it midway, leading to great desolation.
This prophecy is seen as predicting the coming of Jesus Christ and the
events of the end times.
 CHAPTER 10 REVIEW

Daniel 10 serves as the introduction to his final prophetic vision (which

continues through chapters 11 and 12).

Daniel’s Vision and Fasting (Verses 1–3)

In the third year of King Cyrus of Persia, Daniel receives a revelation of a

great war, overwhelmed by this vision, he mourns and fasts for three
weeks, abstaining from rich foods, meat, and wine.

The Glorious Angelic Messenger (Verses 4–9).

After 21 days, Daniel is near the Tigris River when he sees a heavenly
being dressed in linen, with a face like lightning, eyes like flames, and a
voice like a the roar of a great crowd. The men with Daniel flee in terror,
though they do not see the vision, Daniel collapses in weakness at the
sight of this being. The angel strengthens Daniel and explains that his
prayer was heard from the first day but was delayed for 21 days due to a
battle with the "prince of Persia" (a demonic ruler over the Persian
Empire). Michael, the archangel, came to assist in the battle, allowing the
messenger to reach Daniel. This passage reveals spiritual warfare in the
unseen realm, where angels and demons battle over nations.

Daniel Strengthened for the Vision (Verses 15–21)

Overwhelmed by the angel’s words, Daniel is speechless and weak. The

angel touches him, strengthening him and telling him not to fear. The
angel prepares to give Daniel a detailed prophecy of future events. Before
leaving, the angel mentions returning to fight the prince of Persia and
later against the prince of Greece, showing that the spiritual battles
continue over world empires.
 CHAPTER 11 REVIEW

Daniel 11 contains one of the most detailed prophecies in the Bible,

predicting historical events with astonishing accuracy. The chapter
describes the conflicts between two powerful kingdoms (the Seleucids in
the North and the Ptolemies in the South) a transitions into end-time
prophecy about the Antichrist.

The Persian and Greek Empires (Verses 1–4)

Four Persian kings will arise after Cyrus, the richest being Xerxes I
(Ahasuerus), who stirs up war against Greece. Alexander the Great will
conquer Persia but die suddenly, and his empire will be divided among
four generals (not his descendants).

The Wars between the Kings of the North and South (Verses 5–20)

These verses describe ongoing conflicts between the Ptolemies (Egypt,

South) and the Seleucids (Syria, North) after Alexander Empire is divided.
The Rise of Antiochus IV Epiphanes (Verses 21–35)

Antiochus IV Epiphanes a Seleucid ruler is a major focus. He is called a

"contemptible person" who seizes power through deceit. He invades
Egypt and later desecrates the Jewish temple by setting up the
“abomination of desolation” (a pagan altar in the temple). Many Jews
resist, but some are deceived, and persecution follows.

Transition to the End Times and the Antichrist (Verses 36–45)

The prophecy shifts beyond Antiochus IV to the future Antichrist, who

will: Exalt himself above all gods. Worship a "foreign god" of war, gain
military power and wealth, face wars in the end times, including an
invasion from the king of the South and king of the North, establish his
power in Israel but meet his end with no one to help him.

Daniel 11 ends with the Antichrist’s downfall, leading into Daniel 12,
which describes the Great Tribulation, the resurrection of the dead, and
the final victory of God’s kingdom
 CHAPTER 12 REVIEW

Daniel 12 is the final chapter of the book and concludes Daniel’s vision
with a prophecy about the Great Tribulation, the resurrection of the
dead, and the final judgment.

The Great Tribulation (Verse 1)

The angel Michael, the protector of Israel, will stand against a time of
unprecedented distress (the Great Tribulation). Despite the suffering,
those whose names are written in the Book of Life will be delivered.

The Resurrection and Final Judgment (Verse 2-3)

A resurrection of the dead will occur. Some will rise to everlasting life,
others to shame and everlasting disgrace (judgment). The wise will shine
like stars, meaning the righteous will receive eternal glory.

The Sealing of the Prophecy (Verses 4-10)

Daniel is told to seal the words of the prophecy until the end, as
knowledge and understanding will increase. Many will be purified and
refined during tribulation, but the wicked will not understand.

The Final Timeline (Verses 11-13)

Two mysterious time periods are mentioned; 1,290 days from the time
the "abomination of desolation" is set up. 1,335 days, with a special
blessing for those who wait until then. Daniel is told to rest and that he
will rise (be resurrected) at the end of days.
 CONCLUSION
The final chapters of Daniel 9-12 provide a vision of Israel’s future, world
events, and the ultimate victory of God’s kingdom, these prophecies span
from Daniel’s time through the coming of the Messiah, the rise of world
empires, the great tribulation and the final resurrection.