Daniel
Daniel Interprets Nebuchadnezzar’s Dream — Daniel 2
Overview
Nebuchadnezzar demands that his wise men reveal and interpret his troubling dream, but only God can reveal the secret. Daniel prays with his friends, receives the answer from God, and declares that kingdoms rise and fall under the Lord’s authority.
Details
Key KJV PassageDaniel 2:22 — “He revealeth the deep and secret things.”
Main CharactersDaniel, Nebuchadnezzar, Hananiah, Mishael, Azariah, and God.
Lesson / ThemeWisdom and revelation belong to God, who rules over all earthly kingdoms.
Connection to ChristThe stone that becomes a great mountain points to God’s everlasting kingdom fulfilled in Christ.
Memory VerseDaniel 2:22.
Discussion QuestionsWhy did Daniel pray before answering the king? What did the dream reveal about kingdoms? How does God’s kingdom differ from human kingdoms?
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