factors about the dreams are mentioned in the Old Testament: First, they were never sought by the recipients but came at God's initiative at unexpected moments. Second, the dreams were not about minor affairs but usually involved matters of great significance. Visions were similar to dreams, except those receiving them were awake. God appeared to Abraham in a vision, confirming his promise to grant him a son (Gen. 15:1). In the temple Isaiah experienced an amazing vision where he saw the Lord