Introduction:
Grecia, known today as Greece, holds a significant place in biblical history and prophecy. It is mentioned in the context of its influence on the ancient world and its interactions with the people of Israel. The term "Grecia" in the Bible often refers to the Hellenistic world that emerged following the conquests of Alexander the Great.

Historical Context:
The rise of Grecia as a dominant power began with Alexander the Great, who, in the 4th century BC, created one of the largest empires in history. His conquests spread Greek culture and language across the known world, a period known as the Hellenistic Era. This cultural diffusion had a profound impact on the regions of the Near East, including Judea.

Biblical References:
1. Daniel's Prophecies:
The Book of Daniel contains significant prophecies concerning Grecia. In Daniel 8:21, the angel Gabriel interprets a vision for Daniel, stating, "The shaggy goat represents the king of Greece, and the large horn between his eyes is the first king." This is widely understood to refer to Alexander the Great. Daniel 11 further elaborates on the conflicts involving the successors of Alexander, known as the Diadochi, particularly focusing on the Seleucid and Ptolemaic dynasties.

2. Maccabean Revolt:
The influence of Greek culture and the imposition of Hellenistic practices led to significant tension in Judea, culminating in the Maccabean Revolt. This period, while not directly covered in the canonical texts, is crucial for understanding the backdrop of the New Testament era.

3. New Testament Context:
By the time of the New Testament, Greek was the lingua franca of the Eastern Mediterranean, facilitating the spread of the Gospel. The Apostle Paul, a Roman citizen and a Jew, was well-versed in Greek culture and language, which aided his missionary journeys. In Acts 16:9, Paul receives a vision of a man from Macedonia (a region in northern Greece) pleading for help, leading to the spread of Christianity into Europe.

4. Cultural Influence:
The New Testament was written in Koine Greek, the common dialect of the Hellenistic world. This choice of language underscores the pervasive influence of Greek culture and its role in the dissemination of Christian teachings.

Theological Significance:
Grecia's role in biblical prophecy and history highlights the sovereignty of God over the nations. The rise and fall of empires, including Grecia, are depicted as part of God's divine plan. The spread of Greek culture and language, while initially a tool of pagan influence, became instrumental in the early church's mission to spread the Gospel to all nations.

Conclusion:
While Grecia is not a central focus of biblical narrative, its impact on the historical and cultural context of the Bible is undeniable. From the prophecies of Daniel to the missionary journeys of Paul, Grecia's influence is woven throughout the biblical text, demonstrating the intricate interplay between divine providence and human history.

The Rebuilding of the Temple.
... Darius died in 485, and his son, Xerxes, who Daniel had said should stir up all
the east against Grecia, led a huge army to conquer that brave little country. ...
/.../yonge/the chosen people/lesson xiii the rebuilding of.htm

The Career of the Antichrist
... the south, and toward the east, and toward the pleasant land." Now v.21 of this
same chapter tells us, "The rough goat is the king (kingdom) of Grecia," and v ...
//christianbookshelf.org/pink/the antichrist/the career of the antichrist.htm

The Old Faith Preparing for the New - Development of Hellenist ...
... successfully personated the heathen oracles. And this opens, generally, quite
a vista of Jewish-Grecia literature. In the second, and ...
/.../edersheim/the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter iii the old faith.htm

In the Lions' Den
... James 1:10. So perished the Medo-Persian kingdom, and the kingdoms of Grecia and
Rome. And so perishes all that has not God for its foundation. ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 44 in the lions.htm

On Daniel. Ii. The Interpretation by Hippolytus, (Bishop) of Rome ...
... in Persia: and the fourth shall be far richer than they all; and when he has got
possession of his riches, he shall stand up against all the realms of Grecia. ...
/.../on daniel ii the interpretation.htm

The Marvels of Holy Scripture, --Moral and Physical. --Jael's Deed ...
... part of the Book of Daniel is most certainly a very late work, of the time of the
Maccabees; and the pretended prophecy about the Kings of Grecia and Persia ...
/.../burgon/inspiration and interpretation/sermon vii the marvels of.htm

The Epistles of St. Paul
The Death of Christ. <. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/denney/the death of christ/chapter 3 the epistles of.htm

Grecia (3 Occurrences)
...Grecia (3 Occurrences). Daniel 8:21 And the rough goat is the king of Grecia: and
the great horn that is between his eyes is the first king. (KJV WBS). ...
/g/grecia.htm - 7k

Graecia
... of the Ionian and Aegean seas, the seaboard of the Hellespont, of the Pontus, and
of Asia Minor, the flourishing colonial regions of Magna Grecia and Sicily ...
/g/graecia.htm - 21k

Javan (12 Occurrences)
... Hebrew. Alexander the Great is called the "king of Javan" (rendered "Grecia, "
Dan. 8:21; 10:20; Comp. 11:2; Zechariah 9:13). This ...
/j/javan.htm - 12k

Greaves (1 Occurrence)

/g/greaves.htm - 7k

Grecian (3 Occurrences)

/g/grecian.htm - 7k

Great (10383 Occurrences)
... on Persia for indignities suffered at the hands of Xerxes, who "by his strength
through his riches" had stirred, up "all against the realm of Grecia" (Daniel 11 ...
/g/great.htm - 35k

Greece (15 Occurrences)
... of the Ionian and Aegean seas, the seaboard of the Hellespont, of the Pontus, and
of Asia Minor, the flourishing colonial regions of Magna Grecia and Sicily ...
/g/greece.htm - 59k

Alexander (5 Occurrences)
... on Persia for indignities suffered at the hands of Xerxes, who "by his strength
through his riches" had stirred, up "all against the realm of Grecia" (Daniel 11 ...
/a/alexander.htm - 32k

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