Books Quote by Bible
“In the first year of Darius the son of Ahasuerus, of the seed of the Medes, which was made king over the realm of the Chaldeans; In the first year of his reign I Daniel understood by books the number of the years, whereof the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah the prophet, that he would accomplish seventy years in the desolations of Jerusalem.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Book of Daniel, Chapter 9, verses 2‑3
Daniel interprets a prophetic timeline, linking Jeremiah’s words to a seventy‑year period of Jerusalem’s desolation.
In simple terms: Daniel reads a prophecy about Jerusalem’s suffering.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the timing of events.
Themes
prophecy
history
faith
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
scriptural
historical
When to use this quote
- scholarly study
- religious reflection
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
Biblical chronology
divine plan
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this timeline affect modern faith?
- What lessons arise from prophetic patience?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may vary across traditions.
