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Seventh-day Adventist Publishing Association · Battle Creek, Mich. · Feb 27, 1900

FromReview and Herald, Vol. 77, No. 9.

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BEREAN LIBRARY STUDY.

(March 4-10.)
The lesson this week is but the introduction to one of the longest, and richest in detail, of any of the prophecies in the Bible. The account of the interview between Daniel and the angel Gabriel is one of special interest, as it reveals a glimpse of the work of heavenly beings in molding the minds of men, and in controlling events upon the earth. The consideration accorded to the faithful Daniel by the powers of heaven ought to be an encouragement to faithful hearts to-day.

Lesson 14.

(Dan. 10: 1-21; “Thoughts on Daniel,” pages 213-221.)
1. Fix in mind the years in which the visions of the seventh, eighth, and tenth chapters of Daniel were given, and the length of the interval between the successive visions.
2. For what purpose did Daniel seek the Lord? How was his earnestness made specially manifest?
3. Describe the appearance of the heavenly being whom Daniel saw in vision. What was the effect upon himself and upon those who were with him?
4. By what means was Daniel aroused from his unconscious condition? How may the identity of the heavenly messenger who conversed with Daniel be established?
5. What encouraging words were spoken to Daniel? What precious lessons are taught thereby?
6. Describe the working of the unseen forces set in operation by Daniel’s prayer.
7. Who is Michael? Give texts.
8. Repeat the further conversation between Gabriel and Daniel.

Review Topics.

1. Study the following texts for an understanding of the work of the angels: Meaning of the word “angel,” Judges 2: 1, margin: number of them, Heb. 12: 22; Rev. 5: 11: their work, Heb. 1: 13, 14: illustrations of their work, Gen. 19: 15, 16; 2 Kings 19: 35; Luke 1: 26-37; Acts 12: 1-11; 27: 23, 24; Matt. 24: 30, 31.
2. Give a summary of Dan. 10: 1-21.
3. What does this lesson teach on the following points?—
(a) Means used in answering prayer.
(b) Traits of character that make a man specially beloved of God.
(c) Identity of Michael.
(d) Chain of necessary witnesses in making prophecy known.