A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that challenge even the most advanced bible students and scholars 2. When the books of daniel and revelation are better understood, believers will have an entirely different religious experience. 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. The name daniel means either god is judge or god is my judge. Zion, and the rock is the messiah and his supernatural government from jerusalem. 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. In nt prophecy daniel is referred to more than any other ot book. Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. Deal, bakers pictorial introduction to the bible, p. The angel gabriel specifically told daniel to seal up these prophecies until the time of the end. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history bookit tells the present and future just as clearly. Chuck smith study guide for daniel blue letter bible.
Daniel is the last of the major prophets the others are isaiah, jeremiah, and ezekiel, and he was a captive of judah. The practical, relevant helps on each page lead you to get the most out of gods word. Jan 01, 20 william nelsons sectionbysection commentary on daniel is the newest volume in the understanding the bible commentary series. The book of daniel is followed by the prophet hosea, the first of the prophets in. Does the book of daniel have any significance for us today. Witness faith and visions come to pass in the book of daniel. Witness faith and visions come to pass in the book of. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient.
Book of daniel understanding daniel and the revelation. The first includes a series of narratives which are told in the third person chaps. Daniel 1 new international version niv daniels training in babylon. The book says that daniel is its writer in several places, such as 9. Persons named daniel god has judged are mentioned in babylonian records and in the bible elsewhere. 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. 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. This userfriendly commentary series helps any reader navigate the sometimes difficult terrain of the bible. And daniel had insight into all kinds of visions and dreams. In the book of daniel the scriptures foretell how the lord will deal with the people of daniel the jews and the gentile nations. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. Summary of the book of daniel the story of the bible. For instance, a signer of nehemiahs covenant in 444 b.
The book of daniel, as it now stands in the ordinary hebrew bibles, is generally divided into two main parts. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible the book of daniel was written in about 164 b. The book of daniel the smart guide to the bible series. Book of daniel read, study bible verses online bible study tools. What we should take as a beginning to the correct analysis is to understand, that in daniel s view, those weeks represented years, so the 70 weeks of daniel represent 490 years 70 times 7 years that ended with the death of jesus the christ. The book implies that daniel was its author in several passages, such as 9. If you would like to know gods program for the future, it is essential that you understand this book of daniel. Although prophecy is scattered all through the bible, two books focus almost entirely on symbolic representations. 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. 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. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b. Watch our overview video on the book of daniel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. King nebuchadnezzar had a puzzling dream that no one could explainuntil god gave.
Jesus warned his disciples about coming events when he talked about the abomination that causes desolation, spoken of through the prophet daniel. To experience the full impact of the book, we must understand its theme. Without a doubt, daniels book demonstrates the overarching sovereignty of god. The title of the book comes from the name of its chief character and author. God is in control, no matter how things look, and his kingdom will one day fill the earth. Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. 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. The bible is an enormous book covering much information and. Named after its writer, daniels book is a product of his time in babylon as a jewish. Moreover, it contains more fulfilled prophecies than any other book in the bible daniel. From the time that the daily sacrifice is abolished and the abomination that.
Daniel is one of the few bible books that takes place during a period of. Ashpenaz was to teach them to speak and write the language of the chaldaeans. Daniel, a bible book whichl is key to understanding other. And he informed me, and talked with me, and said, o daniel, i am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel. That daniel is the author of this book has been received both by the jews and the christian church throughout the centuries. The book was probably completed shortly after cyrus captured babylon in 539 contents. Daniel is taken to babylon in captivity, but remains faithful even in dark times. Once you understand the meaning of the symbol, bible prophecy becomes plain. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. Daniel 1, new international version niv the bible app. No other book in the bible has been attacked like the book of daniel.
God gives him important dreams and the ability to interpret them for everyone. Daniel s life serves as an example of godly integrity. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. The book of daniel is followed by the prophet hosea, the first of the prophets in the book of the twelve. The vision predicts major world empires and events from the time of daniel to the second coming of christ. The book of daniel lays the basis for the book of revelation.
There is little doubt left that the mountain is mt. A study of the book of daniel the church of christ in. Students of bible prophecy walk in the light and understanding of what god has. Written centuries apart, we nonetheless see that they actually compose one book, each helping to explain the other in a way that only an. Unsealing daniels mysteries lesson 1 prophetic symbols.
Daniel 1 niv daniels training in babylon in the bible. The bible is a history book, it tells the pastbut like no other history book it tells the present and future just as clearly. The book of daniel goes far beyond your typical bible study tool. It is a book entitled, the ultimate resource and its all about the bible. Whether youre new to the bible, a longtime student of scripture, or somewhere in between, youll appreciate the many ways the smart guide to the bible. Daniel who through the book received revelations from god. That is the title of our study, reading to understanding. 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. Many will roam to and fro, and knowledge will increase. Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. Stay connected amidst social distancing receive weekly bible studies to share with family and friends.
Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. The bible prophet, daniel, outlines in vivid detail world events now unfolding before our eyes. The interpretation of the book can be determined only by understanding its historical background. Even as a young man, daniel had a knack for understanding visions and dreams daniel 1. And daniel could understand visions and dreams of all kinds. This book should be read by anyone interested in understanding how daniel s prophecies relate to the days we are living in. Daniel fails to understand and asks again what will happen, and is told. And i heard the voice of a man between the banks of ulai, and he called out and said, gabriel, give this man an understanding of the vision.
When i, daniel, had seen the vision, i sought to understand it. However, revelation is typically understood by studying the prophecies of daniel and not the other way round. 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. 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. This summary of the book of daniel provides information about the title, authors, date. The prophetic book of daniel was written for our time. The prophecies in the book of daniel are so detailed and accurate that. The seventh chapter of the book of daniel records an unusual vision that he received in the first year of the babylonian king belshazzar 555556 b. Daniels wisdom 17 to these four young men god gave knowledge and understanding in every kind of literature and wisdom.
Mar 04, 2020 in short, the book of daniel, our study for this quarter, remains what it was when penned thousands of years ago. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. Daniel could also understand all kinds of visions and dreams. Daniel 10 niv bible in the third year of cyrus king of. Part of the section of the bible referred to as ketuvim the writings seethe torah, it is an apocalyptic book, like the book of revelations in the new testament. The most detailed prophecy in the bible by david treybig the prophecy of daniel 11 includes amazing details about great empires, political developments and endtime powers that would affect the jewish people. The book of daniel thus provides an overview of prophecy regarding these empires unmatched in any other old testament book. In short, the book of daniel, our study for this quarter, remains what it was when penned thousands of years ago.
From reading to understanding daniel 2020 amazing facts. The book of daniel introduction to the book of daniel in the bible. They were to receive an education lasting for three years, after. The book of daniel is a 2ndcentury bc biblical apocalypse combining a prophecy of history. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. Daniel s friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers. 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. 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. Jesus rejoiced in spirit, and said, i thank thee, o father, lord of heaven and earth, that thou hast hid these things from the wise and prudent, and hast revealed them unto babes. When we look at daniel, the rest of the bible and especially the book of revelation, we can better understand this picture cf. The king found they were ten times better than all the magicians and wise men in his kingdom. In fact the vast majority of our questions in regards to the book of daniel can be found by referencing the book of revelation as well as other books of the bible. Porphyry claimed that instead of being written by daniel about b. Daniel 1 new international version niv daniels training in babylon 1 in the third year of the reign of jehoiakim king of judah, nebuchadnezzar king of babylon came to jerusalem and besieged it.
Daniels name is a key to a full understanding of the book. Daniel god my judge, which accords with the character and contents of the book. In fact, they are all destined to fall at the same time 2. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. Its prophecies speak with increased meaning to this generation. Daniel 1 niv daniels training in babylon bible gateway. 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.
Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world. 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. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that challenge even the most advanced bible. It does not say these years were concluded before the events of ch. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading daniel understanding the bible commentary series. Daniel, tried to understand in the scriptures the counting of the years of which. The book of daniel plays several roles in the bible. His visions paint a prophetic landscape for daniel. Daniel understanding the bible commentary series kindle edition by nelson, william b download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. 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. They will be given such glimpses of the open gates of heaven that heart and mind will be impressed with the character that all must develop in order to.
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