Daniel 7 gives us a picture of God.  It also talks about the Son of Man, which is the term Jesus used to describe Himself in the New Testament.  He was referring back to these verses in Daniel to let people know Who He was.  And then the chapter tells us that beasts and the kingdoms of this world, in Daniel's vision, will see their power come to an end.  It will be taken away and give to those who serve and obey God.