Daniel 1-2 (Beginnings and Dreams)
Why did Daniel refuse the king’s food?
To obey God (the food was unclean because it had been sacrificed to false gods)
What were people told to do when the music played?
Bow down to the statue
What did Nebuchadnezzar dream about in Daniel 4?
A tree
What law did the king make about prayer?
For 30 days you can only pray to the king, not anyone else.
What did Daniel see in his vision?
Four beasts
What did Daniel and his friends do when they needed help or wisdom?
They would pray to God for help and for wisdom.
Who refused to bow down?
Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
What happened to Nebuchadnezzar when he became proud?
He lost his kingdom, and became like an animal.
How often did Daniel pray to God?
3 times a day
What did the beasts represent?
Earthly kingdoms
Who had the dream about the statue?
King Nebuchadnezzar
What punishment did the king threaten?
Being thrown into a fiery furnace
What appeared on the wall in Daniel 5?
A hand writing message
What punishment did Daniel receive for praying?
He was thrown into the lion's den.
Who is given an everlasting kingdom?
The Son of Man
What were the statue’s parts made of (name 2)?
Gold, silver, bronze, iron, iron/clay (any 2)
How many men did the king see in the fire?
4
Why was King Belshazzar judged by God?
He was proud and dishonoured God.
How did God protect Daniel?
Sent an angel to shut the mouths of the lions.
What is special about God’s kingdom?
It lasts forever.
What did the rock that destroyed the statue represent?
God's Kingdom
What does this story teach about obeying God?
We should obey God even when it is hard/dangerous. Fear God, not man.
What big lesson do we learn about pride?
God hates pride. He humbles the proud and gives grace to the humble.
What did King Darius learn about God?
God is all powerful and rescues His people. He is in control and is the only God.
Name TWO big themes from Daniel 1–7
God is in control
God honors faithfulness
Pride leads to a fall
God’s kingdom lasts forever
Trust and obey God