Hi Marilyn,
Daniel's beasts are historical. This is affirmed by most recognized Christian exegetes before the 19th century.
Under the Old Covenant, only the high priest alone could enter behind the veil to make annual reconciliation for the sins of the people. Christ fulfilled and satisfied these once and for all for us at Calvary. He would not have been qualified to do so without already being High Priest.
I believe it is God`s word that we first go to. Yes there are Christian teachers who have thought that Dan. 7 beasts were historic, however there are other great teachers who believe they are contemporary to our day.
I will start a thread of this topic soon and we can discuss more there if you want to.
Yes I agree under the Old Covenant only the High priest could go behind the veil once a year. However to go behind the veil he has to carry the blood of the sacrifice and also place the incense and coals of the Golden altar in the censor. These we know symbolize the blood of Christ, His pure life by the fire of the Holy Spirit. This was before Christ entered heaven.
Looks like you believe He had to be the High priest before His sacrifice, whereas I think that He had to fulfill the requirements to be the High Priest first. Might have to look into it further.
Thank you for the interesting discussion. Marilyn.