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