Nnbiblical commentary on the book of daniel

A dictionary style article on the biblical book of daniel. The following outline is provided by collins in his commentary on daniel. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. Daniel free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible.

A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel montgomery, james a. Remember that the old testament is a shadow of the new testament and for you to understand the new testament you should have read and understood the old testament. Daniel overview william barclays daily study bible. Daniel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Duguid daniel reformed expository commentary, 2008. Daniel refused to do anything that would, in anyones mind, think he was denying god. Learn what the bible teaches in the book of daniel. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient.

Daniel, as many other authors of the antiquity and the bible, writes of himself in the third person throughout the first part of the book. With an essay the influence of daniel on the new testament by adela yarbro collins. 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. However, this insight is heavily biased toward historical and social considerations, with scant emphasis on broad themes, exegesis, or what the text really means. This introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. Who this certain person was we may be at no loss to determine, if we consider him as described in the attire of the highpriest, and compare the passage with exodus 28. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel oxford. This chapter relates the beginning of daniel s last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. Read the verses of daniel as an online bible study course resource. Study of the book of daniel christian truth center. For each story about daniel and his friends, it fills in the historical background and develops spiritual applications. The most comprehensive englishlanguage commentary on daniel in 65 years.

The book of daniel is followed by the prophet hosea, the first of the prophets in the book of the twelve. This work was reproduced from the original artifact. Watch our overview video on the book of daniel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. Much of the book is even written in aramaic, the language that was spoken in babylonia during the seventy years of exile following the destruction of the first beit hamikdash. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel. He besieged jerusalem, soon made himself master of it, seized the king, took whom he pleased and what he pleased away with him, and then. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel 9781597526753 by r. The explanation perhaps most commonly found is that daniel and his friends. Goldingay is an erudite, and accomplished scholar and commentary writer his 3 vols on psalms is the only commentary on psalms you will ever need. Of the first descent which nebuchadnezzar, king of babylon, in the first year of his reign, made upon judah and jerusalem, in the third year of the reign of jehoiakim, and his success in that expedition dan. This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. Daniel explained a commentary on the book of daniel overview.

Daniel 1 tells how daniel and his three companions were among captives taken by. 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. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in daniels prophecy. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian church. This makes him a contemporary of jeremiah and ezekiel, though daniels ministry ended after theirs. Best daniel commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. A bible commentary on the history, captivity and language of prophet daniel robert dick wilson on. The book of daniel covers daniel s age from 19 to 92.

Publication date 1927 topics bible publisher new york. Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world. 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 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them.

Read daniel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Had the author daniel been an unknown jew of the second century b. It served as a book of encouragement to the babylonian exiles, whose hearts were no doubt lightened by daniel s predictions of the ultimate triumph of israel over her enemies. The book of daniel is a target of critics who doubt that the daniel described in the book actually wrote the book, especially in light of the book s amazing prophecies. In this first chapter of the book of daniel, one of the most intense prophetic books of the old testament, we are introduced to several new names, including four hebrew men who have been taken into exile in babylonian captivity.

Jan 02, 2020 daniel served in the royal court of nebuchadnezzar and several rulers who followed nebuchadnezzar. A proper understanding of daniel, chapters 2 and 7, and of daniel 9. Commentaries for biblical expositors excellent resource bolding added for emphasis ed comment. The prophet daniel lived in the sixth century before the birth of jesus. Daniel 1 commentary verse by verse commentary bible study. Daniel is the story of the people of israel in exile, longing to return to the land of israel.

The topic of both is the humbling or overthrow of the pagan kingdom. I usually dont like to get into speculation regarding dates of biblical texts, since its just that speculation. 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. The book of daniel has sometimes been classified with the prophetic books of the old testament, a mistake owing largely to a failure to distinguish between the predominant characteristics of prophetic and apocalyptic writings. Books of the bible, scripture references and quotes are also italicized. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel by montgomery, james a. Commentary on the book of daniel by matthew henry old. Daniel 11 commentary james burton coffman commentaries.

An interesting point regarding this prophecy is that it appears to have been delivered orally. Introduction the historic existence of the prophet daniel trothe is the hiest thinge a man may kepe. The book of daniel is an old testament book which wholly paints a picture of the book of revelation. In todays excerpt from the most recent edition in the story of god bible commentary series, author wendy l. The translated bible text has been through advanced checking. Sinclair ferguson daniel the preachers commentary, 2002. The book of daniel just doesnt receive enough commentary but this exegetical work from scholar john collins is wonderful. Page 89 if it be so, our god whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, o king. Library the father william most theological collection. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. Daniel belongs to the latter group, a type of writing that in many respects sharply contrasts prophetic literature. The book of daniel was well enough accepted to be included in the septuagint the bible of the earliest christians, which was written in greek around 250 b.

A free bible version and commentary on the book of daniel in easyenglish. Daniel 1 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. The book of daniel is a 2ndcentury bc biblical apocalypse combining a prophecy of history. 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 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 4 and daniel 5 are to be read in concert, chapter 4 introducing theme c of the chiasm, and chapter 5 reprising it see the big picture in the book of daniel for an explanation of the themes in and structure of daniel. The book is named after its principal character, daniel. Baldwin, tyndale old testament commentaries totc, intervarsity press, 1978, 168 pp. The whole church needs reassurance, especially in view of marxist claims to be able by human effort to introduce a utopian world government.

Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel. You will also find options for commentaries on daniel that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. Nov 21, 2014 daniel a commentary will provide you with greater insight and understanding into the old testament book of daniel. The chapters and verses of daniel from the douay rheims version of the online catholic bible. John goldingay, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 1989, 416 pp.

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. Daniel overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Daniel summary we have detailed a brief summary of the book of daniel for bible study or sunday school lessons. But if not, be it known unto thee, o king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel and more.

A commentary on the book of daniel by pastor galen l. Based on the historical events described in verses 1 and 21, daniel ministered from 605539538 bc. The book of daniel is often read for its contribution to our understanding of endtimes events, but sometimes christians have been so obsessed with. The practice of naming ot books for their main hero is demonstrated by other books such as joshua, samuel, esther, job, etc. Daniel by john goldingay 9780849902291 best commentaries. However, daniels book was obviously not written at a late date as many of these scholars suppose, since portions of the book were found with the dead sea scrolls. The book of daniel covers his life from a teenager to his death as a captive in babylon. The father william most collection commentary on daniel. The hero of the book of daniel in the ketuvim section of the bible is one of the jews exiled in babylonia, a soothsayer at the babylonian court under nebuchadnezzar who died in 562 b. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries.

Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Tom constables expository notes on daniel this is also available in the net. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniel s seventieth week daniel 9. 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. A summary, synopsis or recap is a shortened version of the original. David guzik commentary on daniel 1 keeping pure in the face of adversity, gives the introduction to the book of daniel. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of daniel. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b.

You can find the best commentary on daniel for you using the tools on the right side. Online catholic bible click here for complete book of daniel. No commentary has yet achieved unanimous agreement, but this book embodies essentially the premillennial approach to the book of daniel. Daniel 1 establishes a time frame for the prophets ministry. With an introduction to apocalyptic literature fotl 20. The book of daniel is a composite text of dubious historicity from various.

Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. Many consult servants of god on curious questions, or to explain difficult subjects, but without asking the way of salvation, or the path of duty. Collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full explanation of the text, especially its religious imagery. Daniel 11 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Daniel s steadfastness to truth had no latitude and his faithfulness to god no longitude. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of daniel. Daniel explainedone of the most extensively researched commentaries on the book of daniel ever writtenoffers a thorough treatment of both the dramatic episodes and the prophetic visions. Daniel has endured more criticism than just about any other prophetic book.

The time would be long before all would be accomplished. Their names are daniel, hananiah, mishael, and azariah. 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. 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.

Intro to the sda bible commentary on daniel introduction 1. Introduction to daniel bible exposition commentary. Daniel was born to the royal family and of noble birth dan. Doughty southside christian church june 2015 introduction. Jehoiakim came to the throne at the end of the year, which jeremiah reckons as the first year, but which daniel leaves out of count, being an incomplete year. The book of daniel claims to be written by daniel himself, and the fact that it is written mostly in the third person does not contradict that claim. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian. Book of daniel bible study mike mazzalongo bibletalk. Best commentaries and books on daniel logos bible software. Since this was published in 1993, i would love to see a 2nd edition revised to include the recent corpus of material on the watchers, 1 enoch, and the doctrine of the two yhwhs dan. An introduction to the book of daniel an argument of the book of daniel selected bibliography of the book of daniel j. 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.

It is indeed a sad paradox that in a clearly prophetic book like daniel, the writer of a commentary on daniel would be assessed as weak in eschatology. Tremper longman iii daniel niv application commentary, 1999. Unlike the preceding dreams and visions in the book of daniel, which contained images that needed to be interpreted, this vision simply gave daniel the words regarding what would happen to the jewish people from this time forward daniel 10. This volume on daniel is worthy of pride of place on pastors and scholars shelves. Understanding the book of daniel free bible booklets. The book of daniel records the actions, prophecies, and visions of the prophet daniel. Daniel translated by ferial moawad the book for every believer the book of daniel has a special significance in the life of believers, for it is not a record of daniels life nor to an era of the history of the israelites during the babylon captivity, but rather it is a divine book, which the holy spirit offers us to instill hope in the hurt. Chaucer we propose in the following pages to examine the book of the prophet daniel by the same general methods which have been adopted in other volumes of the expositors bible.

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