Understanding the book of daniel in the bible

It is difficult to understand how that reading could have arisen from the massoretic text, or how, on the other hand, the massoretie text could have arisen from that behind the. Book of daniel simple english wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor3an introduction to daniel i. Although it does not actually claim to have been written in the sixth century bce, the book of daniel gives clear internal dates such as the third year of the reign of king jehoiakim, that is, 606 bce. Ashpenaz was to teach them to speak and write the language of the chaldaeans. The prophetic book of daniel was written for our time. Book of daniel understanding daniel and the revelation. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. Wed also like to let you know about a free offer that we have that we think we youd really enjoy and will help you in your study of the book of daniel. Although daniel apparently understood part of what he was inspired to write daniel 10. The lords power exceeds that of the worlds greatest empires, and his loving care for his people is unmatched on earth. A proper understanding of daniel, chapters 2 and 7, and of daniel 9.

The book implies that daniel was its author in several passages, such as 9. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase. Its prophecies speak with increased meaning to this generation. Understanding the time of the end kindle edition by harman, james. Millers commentary on daniel is based on a thorough but reverent analysis of.

Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Daniel god my judge, which accords with the character and contents of the book. Jesus warned his disciples about coming events when he talked about the abomination that causes desolation, spoken of through the prophet daniel. When we look at daniel, the rest of the bible and especially the book of revelation, we can better understand this picture cf. The angel gabriel specifically told daniel to seal up these prophecies until the time of the end. And he said, go your way, daniel, for the words are closed up and sealed till the time of the end daniel 12. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history bookit tells the present and future just as clearly. This book takes its name not from the author, who is actually unknown, but from its hero, who was allegedly among the first jews deported to babylon, where he lived at least until 538 b.

The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. In addition, the captivating prophecy, imagery, and symbolism make the book of daniel one of the most read of hebrew scripture, our old testament of the bible. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading daniels prophecies unsealed. Then i said, my lord, what shall be the end of these things. The book of daniel is a 2ndcentury bc biblical apocalypse combining a prophecy of history with an eschatology a portrayal of end times cosmic in scope and political in focus.

No other book in the bible has been attacked like the book of daniel. Daniel understanding the bible commentary series paperback january 1, 20 by william b. Strictly speaking, the book does not belong to the prophetic writings but rather to a distinctive type of literature known as apocalyptic, of which it is an early specimen. Daniels name is a key to a full understanding of the book. While it may not agree with the conclusions reached by sir robert anderson, serious bible students will want to consider the authors analysis in chapter 4 and appendix 4, which outline the important prophecy on daniel s. The book says that daniel is its writer in several places, such as 9. In short, the book of daniel, our study for this quarter, remains what it was when penned thousands of years ago.

The following pages are a scripture by scripture bible commentary on each chapter of the book of daniel and many historical quotes are given to reinforce the truth. There is little doubt left that the mountain is mt. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon.

This userfriendly commentary series helps any reader navigate the sometimes difficult terrain of the bible. The widely held view that the book of daniel is largely fictional rests mainly on the modern philosophical assumption that longrange predictive prophecy is impossible. The story of daniel motivates faithfulness despite exile in babylon. The book of daniel is often read for its contribution to our understanding of endtimes events, but sometimes christians have been so obsessed with this that we have missed its main message. Part of the section of the bible referred to as ketuvim the writings see the torah, it is an apocalyptic book, like the book of revelations in the new testament. The book of daniel focuses on the sovereign hand of god in human history. Daniel 1, new international version niv the bible app. Porphyry claimed that instead of being written by daniel about b. Daniel is taken to babylon in captivity, but remains faithful even in dark times. God gives him important dreams and the ability to interpret them for everyone. The purpose of the book of daniel in the book of daniel the scriptures foretell how the lord will deal with the people of daniel the jews and the gentile nations. Moreover, it contains more fulfilled prophecies than any other book in the bible daniel. The king found they were ten times better than all the magicians and wise men in his kingdom.

Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends. They were to receive an education lasting for three years, after. Daniel who through the book received revelations from god. This summary of the book of daniel provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of daniel. In more mundane language, it is an account of the activities and visions of daniel, a noble jew exiled at babylon, its message being that just as the god of israel saved daniel and his friends from their enemies, so. That is the title of our study, reading to understanding. It would be worthwhile and advisable to read the page on bible prophecy symbols first to gain a comprehensive understanding of the many bible symbols before beginning. It does not say these years were concluded before the events of ch. Jan 01, 20 william nelsons sectionbysection commentary on daniel is the newest volume in the understanding the bible commentary series. A study of the book of daniel the church of christ in.

The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient. The book of daniel stands as a unique mix in the old testament, for while it begins with history, it makes a strong transition at chapter 7, where it contains visions of future events significant to the jews. Zion, and the rock is the messiah and his supernatural government from jerusalem. Witness faith and visions come to pass in the book of. To experience the full impact of the book, we must understand its theme. Roy gingrich has carefully analyzed the main prophetic segments of the book of daniel daniel, chapters 2, 7, 8, 9, 1012. It is a book entitled, the ultimate resource and its all about the bible. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. And he informed me, and talked with me, and said, o daniel, i am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding.

Daniel 1 niv bible in the third year of the reign of. Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers. Witness faith and visions come to pass in the book of daniel. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. He carried these off to the land of shinar, a to the house of his god, where he put them into the treasury. This remarkable piece of scripture has encouraged the faithful for centuries. Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world. Daniel 1 niv daniels training in babylon bible gateway. Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a.

Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. Daniel, a bible book whichl is key to understanding other. Daniel 1 new international version niv daniels training in babylon. In fact, they are all destined to fall at the same time 2. These he carried off to the temple of his god in babylonia and put in the. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. King nebuchadnezzar had a puzzling dream that no one could explainuntil god gave. Without a doubt, daniels book demonstrates the overarching sovereignty of god. From reading to understanding daniel 2020 amazing facts. He may have descended from a noble family, perhaps he was even a prince, since normally the prominent people of a nation were taken captive 1. The book of daniel the prophet as god called daniel to witness for him in babylon, so he calls us to be his witnesses in the world today.

The name daniel means either god is judge or god is my judge. This book should be read by anyone interested in understanding how daniel s prophecies relate to the days we are living in. The angel gave daniel understanding in the perplexing words of jeremiah, showing him that what affected his people was a period of seventy weeks that were yet to come, rather than seventy years which were already passed. In nt prophecy daniel is referred to more than any other ot book. In addition, the captivating prophecy, imagery, and symbolism make the book of daniel one of the most read. Can there ever be faith again in the midst of darkness, rebellion, and gloom. In the hebrew bible, and in most recent protestant versions, the book of daniel is limited to its protocanonical portions. The book of daniel thus provides an overview of prophecy regarding these empires unmatched in any other old testament book. His visions offer hope that god will bring all nations under his rule. Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. In the septuagint, the vulgate, and many other ancient and modern translations of the bible, it comprises both its proto and its deuterocanonical parts, both of which have an equal right to be considered as inspired, and to be included in a treatment of the book of daniel.

The bible prophet, daniel, outlines in vivid detail world events now unfolding before our eyes. The book of daniel is followed by the prophet hosea, the first of the prophets in the book of the twelve. The book of daniel, originally written in hebrew and aramaic, is a book in both the hebrew bible and the christian old testament writer. Daniels prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. God is in control, no matter how things look, and his kingdom will one day fill the earth. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history book it tells the present and future just as clearly. Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions.