In Daniel chapter 7, we see the four winds of heaven, strive upon the sea,’ which waters in Scripture are nations, peoples and tongues. (Revelation 17:15)
First and foremost, these four beasts in Daniel pertain to the ‘testimony of God.’ Secondly, these are not four separate beasts, but God’s Testimony, as it corrupts in four stages. Like the four stages of the locusts Joel saw devour; the land as the garden of Eden before them, and behind them a desolate wilderness;.
Understanding these ‘four beasts,’ and their corruption, is fundamental to our repentance, and from this, the restoration of Jesus Christs testimony and salvation in our mind and soul. These ‘beasts,’ require we look into our own hearts, and examine our faith, and for this to happen, we need t lay aside the teachings of men, and accept God’s view, of Gods Word.