1. How does Nebuchadnezzar’s proclamation in 4:1–3 differ from what he said about God in 3:28–29 (after the fiery furnace)? 2. As you read Nebuchadnezzar’s description of the dream (vv. 9–18), what aspects of it might have caused the king to be “terrified” (v. 5)? 3. God’s purpose for giving the dream is repeated three times (vv. 17, 25, 32). Why do you think God was so intent on impressing Nebuchadnezzar with his absolute authority instead of his grace or love? 4. If verse 17 is applicable
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