In Daniel chapters 4-8, we learn about Daniel's visions and experiences in Babylon.
In chapter 4, King Nebuchadnezzar has a dream about a big tree that gets cut down, which means he will lose his kingdom for a time because of his pride. After a period of living like an animal, he acknowledges God's power and his mind is restored.
In chapter 5, King Belshazzar throws a party and uses items from the temple. A hand writes a message on the wall, which Daniel interprets. It says that Belshazzar's kingdom will end that night.
In chapters 6 and 7, Daniel has visions. He sees four beasts representing different kingdoms, with the fourth beast being the strongest and most terrible. This points to future challenges for God's people.
Chapter 8 focuses on a vision of a ram and a goat, symbolizing future battles between kingdoms, specifically the Medes and Persians against the Greeks.
Overall, these chapters show shifts in power, God’s control over kingdoms, and the importance of humility before Him.