Professor John Botten discusses the fulfillment of the bible prophesy that foretold the coming of Alexander the Great.

Alexander the Great came to Jerusalem, during his conquests of the Middle East around 332 BC. He was shown by the high priest the book of Daniel where, 200 years earlier, the angel Gabriel told of the coming of the Greeks and "their first king" was specifically mentioned. Alexander recognized that the prophecy was about him and instead of plundering Jerusalem, asked what he could do for the Jewish people.

Following the death of Alexander, his vast domains were split up among four of his military commanders, and thus commenced the age of Greek influence throughout the Mediterranean World. The eleventh chapter of Daniel, though complicated and challenging to read, provides insight into this era and evidence of God's providence in protecting his people during turbulent times. 

This lecture is from the series: Historical and Chronological Context of the Bible by Bruce W. Gore.

When Alexander swept through the ancient world, conquering the Persian Empire, and establishing a Greek presence throughout the Near East, the entire shape of the ancient world changed. It was this moment that transformed ancient civilization to prepare the way for the coming of the Messiah.

This lecture is from the series: Historical and Chronological Context of the Bible by Bruce W. Gore.