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“The truth for this time has been brought out in many books. Let those who have been dealing in cheap sentiments and foolish tests, cease this work and study Daniel and the Revelation [the book by Uriah Smith]. They will then have something to talk about that will help the mind. As they receive the knowledge contained in this book, they will have in the treasure house of the mind a store from which they can continually draw as they communicate to others the great, essential truths of God’s Word. {1MR 62.4} “The interest in Daniel and the Revelation is to continue as long as probationary time shall last. God used the author [Uriah Smith] of this book [Daniel and Revelation] as a channel through which to communicate light to direct minds to the truth. Shall we not appreciate this light, which points us to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, our King?” {1MR 63.1} —Ellen White These two paragraphs taken from “Ms 174, 1899, pp. 1-8. (“Thoughts on Daniel and the Revelation,” March 3, 1901.)”  Electronically Published with Permission of the |
Page 5This volume is devoted largely to tracing the story of God’s marvelous dealing with nations and with notable individuals in fulfillment of the great prophecies of the Bible in the past, but more particularly to the unrolling of the prophetic scroll as seen in the stirring events of the throbbing present, and of those impending in the immediate and ominous future. Such events are of the greatest personal significance to every man and woman. No one can afford to live in a time like ours without studying the vital issues it has pleased God to open to our understanding in this fast moving age. Such issues have eternal consequences for every soul. The author of this book lived and wrote more than a century ago, and in the literary and polemic style of those times. His interpretation of prophecy, however, and the doctrines of truth he established through intensive study of the Scriptures, have borne the test of time and of diligent scrutiny by Bible students. Indeed, they have borne the test so well that they are the more worthy of being perpetuated in a revised edition, which it is our great pleasure to offer in this present attractive form. No effort has been spared by the editors to simplify and clarify the presentation of truth in the fluent and appealing diction of the writer, to verify all historical and exegetical sources drawn upon by the author, and in notable instances to fortify the teaching by new evidence not available at the time of the original writing. They have sought also to bring to bear upon prophetic interpretation the additional weight of significance so obviously discernible in political, social, and religious developments pressing upon our attention in these culminating days of the gospel era. Thoughtful and open-minded consideration of these vital themes by every candid reader is earnestly invited. THE PUBLISHERS Page 12No light would come, or through its midnight gloom No cheering ray appear, to dissipate The darkness, God has set a guiding star— A luminary bright —whose rays divine Should pierce the night —the deep’ning shades dispel, Which o’er the earth in sullen silence brood. Nay, more, a ray of God’s own brightness, sent Direct to man from off His radiant throne; That those who gladly should the light receive, And follow where it led, should here enjoy A glorious foretaste of the bliss of Heaven. It is God’s Holy Word, immutable, Through life’s bewildering maze alone can guide The wandering traveler to eternal rest. Without it, man were lost —lost in the deep, Dark labyrinth of dread uncertainty— Where doubts distract, and fearful thoughts arise— With nought his steps to lead, save the dim lamp Of human reason, whose misguiding flame Would serve to make the gloom still more profound, The darkness deeper, and more keenly felt. But ’twas not God’s design to leave man thus, In error’s devious paths, to grope his way; So, through His Sacred Word, His will revealed, And pointed out the narrow path, that bright And brighter shines, e’en to the perfect day. (From the poem The Warning Voice of Time and Prophecy, by Uriah Smith.) The Prophecies of Daniel and Revelation by Uriah Smith (Revision/Copyright 1944, 1972) is owned and published by the Review and Herald Publishing Association, a wholly owned and operated Seventh-day Adventist publishing house. Printed copies of the book may be obtained by calling 1-800-765-6955 (United States of America/Canada) or by directly contacting the publisher at:  Review and Herald Publishing Association Attn: Vice-President, Operations Phone: 301-791-7000 or 301-393-3000 55 West Oak Ridge Drive Fax: 301-790-9733 Hagerstown, Maryland, 21740 Telex: "Randh," Hagerstown, Maryland United States of America E-mail: operations@rhpa.orgThe electronic text for this edition of The Prophecies of Daniel and the Revelation by Uriah Smith was not supplied by the Review and Herald Publishing Association. However, their permission was requested and secured to freely distribute it via the Internet. |