Israel had been in captivity, under rule of others since Babylon had taken them captive.
Babylon was the kingdom that ruled when Daniel was alive.
Persia rules over them. Daniel is still alive. (Daniel in Lion’s Den)
The Persian King allows the Jews to return, Ezra and Nehemiah. They rebuild the walls and temple.
Some Jews stay in Persia. (Esther)
Greeks rule during the time between the Old and New Testament.
When the New Testament opens the Romans rule over Israel.They are not their own nation, but a people group under the rule of another empire.
Read:
Luke 19: 28-44
Revelation 19:11-16
Activities:
Open Resurrection Egg 1
Compare Matthew and Revelation passages.
Make a T chart (2 columns). Both of these passages describe the coming of Jesus. Compare the two. How does Jesus come the first time? What does He ride? What do the people say? What does He do? How does He come the second time? What do the people say? What does Jesus do?
Questions for Discussion:
Why did Jesus weep over Jerusalem?
Why does Jesus come differently in His first and second coming? What are the different purposes for His two comings?
