Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient. 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. You will enjoy exploring the prophetic book of daniel through these free bible studies. These are often subdivided into major prophets and minor prophets. The book of daniel was written by daniel in 600 bc. Know god better through his messages in the books of daniel and revelation. Watch our overview video on the book of daniel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. And the lord delivered jehoiakim king of judah into his hand, along with some of the articles from the temple of god. Book of daniel bible study mike mazzalongo youtube. The prophet daniel faced unbelievable pressures to.
Daniel 1 niv bible in the third year of the reign of. By the time you finish reading daniel, youll probably be wondering how all these babylonian and persian kings could be so incredibly thick. The book keeps telling stories about how daniel and his friends are saved by god whenever the light seemed like it was about to go out and the wicked kings were about to do something horrible. 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. All visions of daniel are presented to him when he is a captive in babylon. Book of daniel bible study with verse by verse commentary and understanding daniel bible prophecy and the little horn antichrist power. Daniel is commitment to remain undefiled is blessed by god, and he along with his friends are given wisdom that is acknowledged and rewarded by the. In the third year of the reign of jehoiakim king of judah, nebuchadnezzar king of babylon came to jerusalem and besieged it.
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. Join beth in this 6session study of prophecy, and learn how to live with integrity in todays selfabsorbed society. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. The book of daniel, a book of the old testament found in the ketuvim writings, the third section of the jewish canon, but placed among the prophets in the christian canon. The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b.
The main lesson of daniel, then, is not, as is often assumed and taught. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b. Daniel is the key that unlocks the book of revelation. Daniels prophecies reveal the plans of god and unmask the plans of the enemy. Each christcentered lesson explains daniels prophecies and how they. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Please enter the study of daniel only if you are willing to deal with some deep, challenging material. 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. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. Historical background to the book of daniel it is important that the study of this book be placed in its proper historical background. For god is the sovereign lord of history, the one who establishes kingdoms and brings them down.
Daniel chapters 1 to 6 introduction the book of daniel is almost two separate books, chapters 1 to 6 that describe six incidents in the life of daniel and his friends. Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. The book of daniel is included in the listing of major prophets. The fascinating study of the book of daniel our english versions of the old testament have the books arranged in sections. By studying this book, we can better understand our lords references to it cf. It is the only book which jesus specifically urges his lastday people to study. Study of the book of daniel christian truth center. A study of the book of daniel church of christ in zion. Daniel was one of the captives who were carried by the king of babylon, nebuchadnezzar, during the times of prophet jeremiah into babylon.
John macarthur takes readers on a journey through biblical texts to discover what lies beneath the surface, focusing on meaning and context, and then reflecting on the explored passage or concept. Daniel fits into the bible in an interesting way, too. The fascinating book of daniel teacher s notes page 2 4. Book of daniel teachers notes camp hill church of christ. It is an uned, and outofprint work that is now being provided to gods family that gathers together here at the 3bmb web site, and is typed with the prayer that it will truly be a blessing to your heart. Click on each link to pull up a pdf file that can be printed or downloaded. Robert lindsteds work, the zondervan niv study bible 2002, and various other sources.
Bible prophecy will come to life as you study these beautifully illustrated, easytofollow guides. Prophecies in daniel 712 make a very challenging study. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. Because prophecy bulks large in the bible, i would like to say a word about it before we look at the book of daniel specifically. Agape bible study, in depth catholic scripture study of both the old and new testaments, catecism of the catholic church, bible study,commentaries, ancient catholic scholars, contemporay catholic scholars, biblical history, salvation history, fathers of the church.
This 84page book is both a commentary and work book on daniel. Bible study of daniel chapters 1 to 6 looks at taking a stand, having faith in god in difficult situations, being a stranger in a strange land, and more. 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. Roughly 2,600 years ago a judean teenager was taken captive by the rapidly. The book of daniel was evidently written by people from the let god do it camp. The book of daniel chapter one the book opens with the first deportation of jews to babylonian captivity 605 b. The most high god is sovereign over the kingdoms of men. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. King nebuchadnezzar had a puzzling dream that no one could explainuntil god gave.
A workbook suitable for bible classes, family studies, or personal bible study. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. The theological theme of the book is summarized in 4. Jan 15, 2020 the book of daniel was written in about 164 b. The book of daniel is a favorite for sunday school teachers and students alike. Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Lives of integrity, words of prophecy bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days a week plus viewer guides for the group video sessions of this indepth womens bible study.
Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. This introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. The story of daniel is about the story of godand his victory in the world. This wonderful book is full of history, prophecy, and miraculous stories. 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.
If you cant see the controls after you open up the pdf of the lesson, hover your arrow at the bottom center of the document. It is well researched and contains more background information than you will find in almost any other class book you can find. Daniel chapter 10 is an interesting unique chapter in the bible. We should study the book of daniel to understand gods sovereignty over troubled times. Aug 18, 2019 sure, the book of daniel tells daniels storyand a fascinating and instructive story it is. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel 12. Todd wilson this 12week study leads readers through the book of daniel, highlighting gods reign over all the earth as the sovereign lord of history. How to stand firm and love well in a culture of compromise.
Yet we miss the point if we pay more attention to daniels story than to daniels god. Book of daniel chapter 10 bible study lifting the veil. It is not an exhaustive study of the topic of work. Our teaching approach to this text will be a verse by verse commentary. The prophecies in the book of daniel are so detailed and accurate that scholars who dont believe in the bible as the inspired word of god have trouble. The following 15point historical outline of bible history will help to show this clearly. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 10 daniel chapter 10. Listing of last kings of judahgive specific background to book of daniel. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel. 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 study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. Book of daniel read, study bible verses online bible study tools. The book of daniel a study guide executable outlines. The march of empiresthe following study of an overview of the book of daniel was written around 1944 by floyd hitchcock, founder of the faith of our fathers radio ministry. 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 books amazing prophecies. In the course of the books opening stories, the kings keep realizing that daniels god is, in fact, everybodys god, or the only godand then. The prophecies in the book of daniel are so detailed and accurate that scholars who dont believe in the bible as the inspired word of god have trouble accepting daniel as the author of his book. Online shopping from a great selection at books store.
Daniel who through the book received revelations from god. 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. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for everyday life. For example, if one is going to understand the book of revelation, he must first understand daniels writings. But the main purpose of daniel is to reveal to us who god ishis character, his purposes, his way of working in the world for the good of his people. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. Daniel and revelation prophecies lesson study guides. The first half of the book chapters 16 contains stories in the third person about the experiences of daniel and his. Below is an inductive bible study on the book of daniel. Join beth in a faithbuilding study of prophecy and learn how to live with integrity in todays selfabsorbed society. Bible study notes on the book of daniel ed knorrs study notespartly based on dr. In this bible teaching series, we will explore the ancient biblical text of the book of daniel. Daniels prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. Bible study on daniel chapters 1 to 6 introduction.
We encourage you to join us in this online book of daniel bible study. Golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. This course is designed as an expository study of the book of daniel, taking the student through the entire book with cross references to other portions of scripture. Page 1 of 18 a study of the book of daniel outline a study of the book of daniel dr. In this helpful study, readers will see how this fascinating biblical book ultimately points to the sovereign lord of history, who rules over all earthly kingdoms and whose plans cannot be thwarted. The kingdoms of men were destined for destruction while the kingdom of god under the rule of the messiah was destined for glory. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. The book of daniel is one of the most thrilling books in the bible, and it is, of course, a book on prophecy. 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. Previous index next the book of daniel chapter one the book opens with the first deportation of jews to babylonian captivity 605 b.
Book of daniel bible study verse by verse bible teaching. Unlock mysteries about god and his plan for you and our world. Sure, the book of daniel tells daniels storyand a fascinating and instructive story it is. Through daniel, god revealed his plans to provide hope for all mankind in the future reign of one like the son of manhis son, jesus christwhose kingdom shall not be destroyed daniel 7. Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. For a more detailed treatment, you are invited to look over my sermon outlines on daniel. Great examples of courage, faith, faithfulness, humility, patience, devotion, etc. The book of daniel can be divided into two partsstories and prophecies. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel with an emphasis on practical application. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1.
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