A 1000 fold increase in just 9 years. Yep. That's an increase!
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A 1000 fold increase in just 9 years. Yep. That's an increase!
Ellicotts
Many shall run to and fro.—The verb “to run” is used in Jeremiah 5:1 of searching after knowledge. In this sense it is used of “the eyes of the Lord” (Zechariah 4:10; comp. Amos 8:12). In the same sense it is used in this verse. Many will anxiously search in this book for knowledge of the manner of God’s dealings with His people, and will derive comfort and understanding therefrom.
Cambridge
many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased] A famous passage, prefixed by Bacon in its Latin form (Multi pertransibunt, et multiplex erit scientia) to the first edition of his Novum Organum, and interpreted by him (1. 93) as signifying that the complete exploration of the world (pertransitus mundi), which seemed to him to be then on the point of accomplishment, would coincide with great discoveries in science (augmenta scientiarum). This explanation of the words is, however, unhappily, too foreign to their context to be probable. But it must be admitted that the words are enigmatic. The verb rendered run to and fro occurs elsewhere, Jeremiah 5:1, Amos 8:12 (of literal movement hither and thither); Zechariah 4:10, 2 Chronicles 16:9 (of Jehovah’s eyes, present in every part of the earth); and the sense generally given to the passage is that many will then run to and fro in the book, i.e. diligently explore and study it, and so the knowledge of God’s providential purposes, to be obtained from it,—how, for instance, He tries, but at the same time rewards, His own faithful servants, and how the course of human history leads ultimately to the establishment of His kingdom,—will be increased.
JFB
run to and fro—not referring to the modern rapidity of locomotion, as some think, nor to Christian missionaries going about to preach the Gospel to the world at large [Barnes], which the context scarcely admits; but, whereas now but few care for this prophecy of God, "at the time of the end," that is, near its fulfilment, "many shall run to and fro," that is, scrutinize it, running through every page. Compare Hab 2:2 [Calvin]: it is thereby that "the knowledge (namely, of God's purposes as revealed in prophecy) shall be increased.
Gills
many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased; that is, towards the end of the time appointed, many persons will be stirred up to inquire into these things delivered in this book
And again,Even the dispensational website Gotquestions.org and even John Darby himself didn't see it.
"But, as Toffler observed, there certainly has been an exponential increase of technology, and it appears to be gaining ground even more quickly. So what does the Bible have to say on this matter? Let's take a look at the text in question, Daniel 12:4, “But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.” Daniel was told that the meaning of his prophecy would be sealed until the time of its fulfillment was near. The majority of Bible scholars through the ages have understood the last two phrases to reference the prophecy itself. Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown's critical commentary (published 1871) identified the meaning as scrutinizing every page to discover God's purposes in the events foretold. John Darby translated the passage “many shall diligently investigate,” and Samuel Tregelles rendered it “many shall scrutinize the book from end to end.” Matthew Henry's Commentary (c. 1700) said, “Then this hidden treasure shall be opened, and many shall search into it, and dig for the knowledge of it, as for silver. They shall run to and fro, to enquire out copies of it, shall collate them, and see that they be true and authentic. They shall read it over and over, shall meditate upon it, and run it over in their minds.” "
Bible-technology.html
*Sarcasm alert*
The recent developments in SD card capacity surely will bring on the second coming.
Ellicott written in the 1870's
Cambridge written in the 1960's admittedly relies upon archaic thoughts of the 1600's Francis Bacon
JFB published in the 1870's
Gills written in the mid 1700's
Yep, these folks would certainly see an explosion of knowledge and ability of people to travel over long distances very quickly.
Amazing to recall how the story of "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" by Julius Verne in the later 1800's were considered captivating fantasy. A submarine with nuclear power, divers in suits recovering from the depths, the navigational instruments.
Rather common everyday technology of this modern time.
Anyone remember the Adventures of Tom Swift from the early years of the 1900's?
Complete fantasy that has been realized in more than one invention.
For the mid-aged, the Dick Tracy watch (mid 1900's)? 2015 Apple was thinking of producing one.
It is just not the best to expect long ago and far away people to understand the Scriptures that were sealed to anyone's understanding until the end times.
*Misinterpretation alert*
TCassidy said that technology had increased in his lifetime. I merely posted a comparison of how far technology has come in just 9 years.
I said nothing about SD card technology bringing on the second coming.
Have I ever said I believe in a "countdown to the rapture?"T-Cass you honestly believe this?
You are not very good at it.I was being sarcastic.
Of course I take my "20th" century knowledge and apply it to the bible verses.Well if it was such clear prophecy that even you understand, they surely would of said, In the last days secular knowledge and human advances will increase. But none of them take a secular view on this. Interesting, they all keep it in context of the book itself.
You take your 21st century knowledge and apply it to the bible verses.
Have I ever said I believe in a "countdown to the rapture?"
You are not very good at it.
Of course I take my "20th" century knowledge and apply it to the bible verses.
Just as those you posted take the knowledge of their own century.
That I know MORE because of the evidence presented by seeing prophetic statements long considered as allegorical actually fulfilled, is not placing discredit upon my youth.
It is showing how the Scriptures can be taken in a far more literal fashion then those from long ago considered possible.
Do you really think that such a question is legitimate?Nahum 2:4
The chariots storm through the streets, rushing back and forth through the squares. They look like flaming torches; they dart about like lightning.
So is this verse about automobiles? Just using your 20th century knowledge.
Do you really think that such a question is legitimate?
It isn't. Such is merely an attempt to distract from the truth of Daniel presented in the thread.
Will you accept any excuse to not take the Scriptures at face value, and recognize the error of the treacherous teaching called preterist?
No, you are not.Completely legitimate.
Am I not doing the same thing you are with that verse?
Whats the face value of Nahum 2:4?
I didn't say Daniel 12:4 is about technology.No about Daniel 12:4 being about technology.
I can recommend some Baptist Board posters to study which will greatly increase your knowledge of sarcasm. Not improve, just increase.Ill further my studies into sarcastic remarks.
I didn't say Daniel 12:4 is about technology.
I can recommend some Baptist Board posters to study which will greatly increase your knowledge of sarcasm. Not improve, just increase.
I believe the knowledge in question is the knowledge of the things Daniel wrote in the book that God ordered sealed up.Im trying to ask you what you believe it means.