Daniel
Why would Daniel not eat the king’s food?
It went against God's Commands.
What did King Nebuchadnezzar build?
A large, golden statue.
How many animals were in Daniel's vision?
4.
Who was Zechariah?
He was a prophet God sent to encourage His people to rebuild the temple.
Who was Esther?
Esther was one of God’s people who remained in Persia.
What did Daniel ask the chief servant to let him and his friends eat?
Vegetables and water.
What surprised Nebuchadnezzar when he looked into the furnace?
He saw four men walking around unharmed instead of three.
What did God promise through the prophet Jeremiah?
He promised to bring His people back to Jerusalem after 70 years of captivity.
What did the people ask Zechariah about fasting?
Should we continue to fast?
What position did Esther receive?
She became queen.
How long did Daniel ask to be tested?
10 Days.
Who were Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego?
David's friends from Jerusalem that were taken into captivity to Babylon by King Nebuchadnezzar.
What did the animals in Daniel's vision represent?
Different kingdoms that were in power but ultimately came to an end.
Who were the 2 men who opposed the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem?
Tobias and Sanballat.
Why was Haman angry with Mordecai?
Mordecai would not bow down to Haman.
Who became king after Nebuchadnezzar?
Darius.
They refused to worship the golden statue. What did they tell King Nebuchadnezzar?
They said God could rescue them, but even if He did not, they still would not worship the king’s gods or the gold statue.
Which king issued the decree allowing God's people to return?
King Cyrus.
Why was Nehemiah sad?
He heard that the people in Jerusalem were in trouble because the walls were broken down and the gates were burned.
What did Haman plan to do?
He planned to have all the Jews put to death.
How did Daniel disobey the king and get himself thrown in the den of lions?
He continued praying to God three times a day.
What does this story teach us about worship?
Worshiping anything other than God is disobedience because only God is worthy of worship.
What happened when the temple was finished?
The people celebrated, resumed worship, and celebrated Passover and the Festival of Unleavened Bread.
Who is the promised Messiah whose kingdom will never come to an end?
Jesus.
Why was it dangerous for Esther to approach the king?
Anyone who approached the king without being called could be put to death unless he extended his gold scepter.