Daniel was a leader who went against public opinion. Nov 21, 2014 daniel a commentary proceeds linearly through all twelve chapters of the book of daniel. Miller does an exceptional job giving an overview of the different viewpoints, dealing with the text, and supporting his view in a short amount of space when compared to other commentaries. The theological theme of the book is summarized in 4. Daniel chapter 2 commentary verse by verse daniel bible study. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniel s seventieth week daniel 9. 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. 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. Introduction to daniel bible exposition commentary. Sep 03, 2019 commentary on the book of daniel practical living in the judgment hour norman mcnulty remnantpublications. The book opens with the exile of daniel and his contemporaries from the holy land to babylonia. Showers commentary is clear, concise, logical, nontechnical, and thoroughly biblical. In todays excerpt from the most recent edition in the story of god bible commentary series, author wendy l.
The last six chapters contain prophecies written by daniel himself. This chapter relates the beginning of daniel s last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. Introduction the historic existence of the prophet daniel trothe is the hiest thinge a man may kepe. The book of ezekiel left the affairs of jerusalem under a doleful aspect, all in ruins, but with a joyful prospect of all in glory again. Daniel god my judge, which accords with the character and contents of the book. 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.
This introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. The book of daniel the anchor yale bible commentaries. The anchor bible series offers new, book by book translations of the old and new testament and the apocrypha, with commentary. A list of the best commentaries on daniel ranked by. John collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full explanation of the text, especially its religious imagery. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient. 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. Three of the best commentaries on the book of daniel. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel. 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 free bible version and commentary on the book of daniel in easyenglish. The book of revelation could not be understood apart from the book of daniel. Each section of commentary begins with a chapter from the bible and then a versebyverse analysis follows.
When anderson wasnt writing on subjects related to crime, he wrote books on christian prophecy. 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. Covers both old testament and new testament texts, offering. The author mostly speaks in the third person, except for daniel 8. The book of daniel covers his life from a teenager to his death as a captive in babylon. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. Read daniel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel. An easyenglish commentary 2800 word vocabulary on the book of daniel.
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. Publication date 1927 topics bible publisher new york. Daniel 12 commentary john gills exposition on the whole. The time would be long before all would be accomplished. The book of daniel is a collection of papers written at several times. This final chapter of the book of daniel focuses on the end timethe time just before and after jesus christ returns to earth. A word list at the end explains words with a star by them. 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. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. This volume on the book of daniel has been prepared by two distinguished biblical scholars from the faculty of the catholic university of america.
In the first year of darius the son of ahasuerus, of the lineage of the medes, who was made king over the realm of the chaldeans. The book of daniel is set within the context of the sixth century exile. 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. Daniel 1 niv daniels training in babylon in the bible. Books of the bible, scripture references and quotes are also italicized. Its not a critical commentary, so its not full of information about etymology, syntax and dramatic nuances in the text. Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. For each story about daniel and his friends, it fills in the historical background and develops spiritual applications. Di lella, professor of old testament, and the late louis f.
Daniel 1 commentary verse by verse commentary bible study. Commentary on the book of daniel by matthew henry old. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniels seventieth week daniel 9. Video and audio of selected sermons from danny akin. Daniel 1 new international version niv daniels training in babylon. 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.
Often the work is in a dense fog on prophetical positions, fostering confusion. 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. The book of daniel is set within the context of the sixth century. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Its whats called a popular commentary, which deals more with practical application. Before the formal commentary begins, there is a sizable section devoted to the books literary, historical and social considerations.
The events narrated in the first six chapters date from the year nebuchadnezzar deported daniel and his friends 605 to the third year of cyrus 536. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that challenge even the most advanced bible students and scholars 2. This spans the entire period of the babylonian exile. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian church. Daniel, more than any other book in the bible, gives an overview of prophecy and the times of the gentiles. Daniel explained one 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. Porphyrius designates the book of daniel as the work of a jew of the 2nd century bc.
Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world. This is an excellent commentary on the book of daniel. He is premillennial, which is evident in how he addresses daniel 9. Steinmann recognizes that over the millennia, various groups have used the apocalyptic prophecies in daniel to further harmful theologiesand their own ends. While this can be a more difficult commentary to find to purchase, this is a commentary that will clear many false interpretations of daniel and demonstrate that. Daniel 12 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this versebyverse commentary contain gems of information found nowhere outside the ancient jewish writings. Akins systematic theology text will be a help to everyone from laypersons to students to pastors and scholars.
Daniel is a book of prophecy that gives assurance to gods people about the future. Understanding the book of daniel free bible booklets. Suffering did not daunt daniel s purpose to live for god. Daniel explained a commentary on the book of daniel overview. Book of daniel bible study mike mazzalongo bibletalk. Daniel s friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. Daniel, as all prophetic books, gives hope to the believer. This is a detailed study of the text from a critical standpoint, and is, in this regard, very helpful to the serious student who is dealing with problems. Best daniel commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. The first six chapters are a collection of historical papers written by.
The translated bible text has been through advanced checking. Daniel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. Collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full. Commentary on the book of daniel practical living in the. The most comprehensive englishlanguage commentary on daniel in 65 years. Events leading the daniel and the hebrew boys being taken captive. 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. Suffering did not daunt daniels purpose to live for god.
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. 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. Collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full explanation of the text, especially its religious imagery. Daniel is the only prophet who mentions the prince of persia and the prince of greece. Daniel the man is an example to all those who study him. As isaac newton in his observations on the prophecies of daniel 1732 put it. 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. Daniel was born to the royal family and of noble birth dan. At no time in history is its thrilling message more necessary than at the present hour. Daniel 9 is probably one of the most pivotal chapters in the entire bible for understanding endtime prophecy. Youngs classic commentary on the book of daniel is a must have for any serious study of the historical and prophetic texts in daniel. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel and more.
You can find the best commentary on daniel for you using the tools on the right side. Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries. David guzik commentary on daniel 1 keeping pure in the face of adversity, gives the introduction to the book of daniel. This christcentered commentary takes a look at daniel as a whole and then drills down into the narratives and visions of the book.
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. A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. Daniel refused to do anything that would, in anyones mind, think he was denying god. But he also provides wonderful hope for those who submit their lives to god. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. Study daniel using john gills exposition of the bible to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel by montgomery, james a. Daniel the prophet warns us of a terrible time ahead for the entire world. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel. Daniel certainly knew of jeremiahs prophecies about the destruction and restoration of israel. The first attacks go back to the heathen new platonist porphyrius of tyre 3rd century ac. Daniel is the story of the people of israel in exile, longing to return to the land of israel. The most high god is sovereign over the kingdoms of men.
It served as a book of encouragement to the babylonian exiles, whose hearts were no doubt lightened by daniels predictions of the ultimate triumph of israel over her enemies. That may seem like an exaggeration, but after seeing whats packed into this chapter it will be easier to understand why that. The total exposition, from chapter one to chapter twelve, is consistently premillennial and sheds. It does not say these years were concluded before the events of ch. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b. Daniel 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on.