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Daniel 7:1 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Daniel 7:1 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Daniel chapter 7 verse 1 to related passages throughout the Bible.
Daniel's Vision of Four Beasts
“In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon Daniel had a dream and visions of his head upon his bed: then he wrote the dream, and told the sum of the matters. had: Cald. saw matters: or, words”
Daniel 7:1 (KJV)
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In the FIRST YEAR of Belshazzar king of Babylon Daniel saw a dream and visions in his mind as he lay on his bed; then he wrote the dream down and related the following summary of it. (DAN 7:1)
Commentary on Daniel 7:1
Chapter 7 shifts from historical narrative to apocalyptic vision: 'In the first year of Belshazzar king of Babylon Daniel had a dream and visions of his head upon his bed: then he wrote the dream, and told the sum of the matters.' The chronology returns to earlier period (Belshazzar's first year, circa 553 BC), before chapter 5's events. The phrase 'visions of his head upon his bed' indicates divinely sent revelation during sleep. 'Wrote the dream' shows prophetic responsibility to preserve revelation for future generations. This chapter provides heavenly perspective on earthly kingdoms, compl...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Daniel 7:1
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“I saw a dream which made me afraid”
“God gave them knowledge and skill in all learning and wisdom: and Daniel had understanding in all visions and dreams.”
“let him tell a dream; and he who has my word”
“unless he reveals his secret to his servants the prophets.”
“and drank wine before the thousand.”
“Hear now my words: if there be a prophet among you”
“says God”
“yes twice”
“and the things which are”