내가 네게 일러주는 것은 분명한 사실이다. [알렉산더 대왕과 그의 종말] 앞으로 세 왕이 더 일어나 바사를 다스리게 될 것이다. 그 뒤에 네번째 왕이 바사를 다스리게 될 것인데 그는 앞서 바사를 다스리던 왕보다, 아니 그 어떤 왕보다도 훨씬 더 엄청난 재산을 소유하게 될 것이다. 따라서 그의 위세도 굉장할 것이다. 이렇게 재산을 엄청나게 긁어모아 그의 위세가 절정에 다다랐을 때 그 네번째 왕은 국민들을 충동질하여 그리스로 쳐들어갈 것이다.
이 구절의 의미
This verse is a prophecy that says three kings will rule Persia after which a fourth king, who is very rich and powerful, will challenge the Greek kingdom. The speaker here is believed to be an angel or God revealing future events.
어린이를 위한 설명
Imagine you have four friends in line for ice cream. The first three are nice but not super special. Then comes the fourth friend, who brings a huge bag of money and decides to buy every flavor available, which makes everyone excited but also nervous about how they will share it all.
역사적 배경
Daniel wrote this prophecy around 530 BCE while in Babylonian captivity. It was meant for Jews in exile to understand future events involving empires that would impact them directly.
오늘의 적용
Think of a time when you faced a powerful opponent at work or school. This verse reminds us that even when facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, understanding the bigger picture can help us navigate and overcome obstacles.
Why was it important for Jews to know about these Persian kings?
Knowing about future rulers helped ancient Jews understand their place within a larger historical framework and prepare for interactions with foreign powers.
Can we identify the fourth king mentioned in Daniel 11:2?
Scholars often associate the fourth king with Xerxes I, who was known for his wealth and attempted invasion of Greece around 480 BCE.
What does this verse tell us about God’s knowledge?
This prophecy highlights God's omniscience, showing He knows all future events, including the rise and fall of empires.
How can we apply the concept of riches stirring up conflict in modern times?
We can see how wealth often leads to conflicts over resources or power today. This reminds us that wise stewardship and humility with wealth are important.