The Dream
What did King Nebuchadnezzar see standing in the middle of the earth?
A tall, large tree
What Babylonian name did King Nebuchadnezzar call Daniel?
Belteshazzar
How long was King Nebuchadnezzar to live like an animal?
Seven years.
According to the dream, who ultimately rules over the kingdoms of men?
The Most High God
What did the tree's fruit provide for everyone on earth?
Food for all living creatures
Why did King Nebuchadnezzar trust Daniel to interpret his dream?
Because Daniel had the Spirit of the Holy God knows all mysteries.
What specific animal behavior did King Nebuchadnezzar imitate?
He ate grass like an ox
What lesson did Nebuchadnezzar learn from his punishment?
That God is sovereign and gives power to whomever He chooses.
Who commanded that the tree be cut down?
A holy angel (messenger from heaven)
What emotion did Daniel feel before explaining the dream to the king?
Fear and hesitation
What physical changes happened to King Nebuchadnezzar during his madness?
His hair grew long like eagles’ feathers and his nails like bird claws.
After being restored, what three actions did King Nebuchadnezzar take to honor God?
He praised, exalted, and glorified God.
What two things were left behind after the tree was cut down?
The stump and the roots
What advice did Daniel give the king after interpreting the dream?
Stop sinning, do what is right, show kindness to the poor, and be kind to the oppressed.
What triggered the immediate fulfillment of the dream?
Nebuchadnezzar boasting about his own power and greatness.
What is the main sin that caused Nebuchadnezzar’s downfall?
Pride.
What did the metal band around the stump symbolize?
Protection and a possibility for restoration
Why was it significant that Daniel encouraged kindness to the poor? (Read Daniel 4:27)
Acts of mercy might delay or lessen God's judgment (Nebuchadnezzar's prosperity may continue)
How did Nebuchadnezzar's mind get restored after seven years?
He lifted his eyes to heaven and acknowledged God's rule.
How does King Nebuchadnezzar describe God’s rule and justice at the end of the story?
All His ways are right and all His deeds are just; He humbles the proud.