Daniel 12:1-4

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1 "And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince who standeth for the children of thy people; and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation, even to that same time. And at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one who shall be found written in the book.

2 And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt.

3 And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament, and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

4 But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words and seal the book, even to the time of the end. Many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased."

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Daniel 12:1-4 Meaning and Commentary

INTRODUCTION TO DANIEL 12

This chapter begins with an account of a time of exceeding great trouble to the people of God, who are comforted with the consideration of Michael the great Prince being on their side, and with a promise of deliverance, with the resurrection of the dead, and the glorious state of wise and good men upon that, Da 12:1-3, and Daniel is ordered to shut up and seal the book of the prophecy, until a time when it should be better understood, Da 12:4, next follows a question put by an angel to Christ, and his answer to it, with respect to the time of the fulfilment of those wonderful events, Da 12:5-7. Daniel, not understanding what he heard, asks what would be the end of those things, Da 12:8 in answer to which he is bid to be content with what he knew; no alteration would be among men; things would be neither better nor worse with them, Da 12:9,10, a time is fixed for the accomplishment of all, Da 12:11,12, and it is promised him that he should have rest after death, and rise again, and have his lot and share with the blessed, Da 12:13.

Taken from John Gill's Exposition of the Bible

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Daniel 12:1-4 Study Resources

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The Time of the End Part 2

James Kaddis

We’re nearing the end of an intriguing study in Daniel. And here in chapter twelve Daniel is told to seal up the book. And while the meaning of it all wouldn’t be clear to him, it will become obvious to those living at the time of the end! Pastor James believes we’re living at that time where it’s becoming clear and obvious.

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The Time of the End Part 1

James Kaddis

We’re nearing the finish line in our study of Daniel, here on Light on the Hill! It’s exciting to think that the next event on the prophetic calendar is the rapture of the church and it could happen at any time. We should want to be found faithful, ready and living in a God-pleasing way. And today’s study will help us in that regard.

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Last Days Part 1c

Jeff Johnson

You can probably think of someone who lights up a room just by entering in! People are glad to see them and they bring joy wherever they seem to be. Today on Sound Doctrine we’re going to see how we can have a life that shines, and brings others to Jesus. There’s nothing more important than that in these last days.

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Last Days Part 1b

Jeff Johnson

We’re about to continue our look at the book of Daniel here on Sound Doctrine. Glad you could join us. Pastor Jeff Johnson will be with us momentarily. Story tellers and movie makers love to build up to a Grand Finale. And that’s really what we find in this final chapter of Daniel. God tells us the end of the story, so we’re not left to wonder, and we can be prepared. And it is a great ending for those who have trusted in Christ.

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Last Days Part 1a

Jeff Johnson

We’re nearing the finish line in our study of Daniel, here on Sound Doctrine! It’s exciting to think that the next event on the prophetic calendar is the rapture of the church and it could happen at any time. We should want to be found faithful, ready and living in a God-pleasing way. And today’s study will help us in that regard. Pastor Jeff Johnson will speak on the last days and how we should be living in them. We’re in Daniel chapter twelve.

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Last Days Part 1b

Jeff Johnson

Story tellers and movie makers love to build up to a Grand Finale. And that’s really what we find in this final chapter of Daniel. God tells us the end of the story, so we’re not left to wonder, and we can be prepared. And it is a great ending for those who have trusted in Christ.

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