Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel

The power of the kingdom was almost gone, like the animal without its wings. This spans the entire period of the babylonian exile. Dare to stand alone, read and enjoy the book of daniel wcs, 1993. While this can be a more difficult commentary to find to purchase, this is a commentary that will clear many false interpretations of. In summary, if you believe that the safest approach to interpretation of the bible is literal, then suffice it to say you will likely be disappointed by the majority of the offerings of best commentaries on daniel. The book of daniel is set within the context of the sixth century exile. 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. And there is another book in the king of frances library, with this title, odmathalmantoul a. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel forgotten books.

The narrative begins in the third year of the reign of jehoiakim 609598 bc, king of judah. Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel by jean calvin, 9781514257920, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel calvin university. 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. Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel book, 1948. His commentaries display a rare combination of exegetical insight, pastoral concern, and theological depth which have inspired generations of christians. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. After a thorough study of the word we find we have a more minute account of daniels early life than is recorded of that of any other prophet. His story is one of interest for he lived during a tumultuous time in jewish and world history.

Daniel overview john calvins commentaries on the bible. Daniel and his three companions refused to compromise their convictions, and even though that kind of stand could have cost them their lives, it ended up ensuring their protection and. The slavonic versions of hippolytus of romes commentaries on the book of prophet daniel the slavonic versions of hippolytus of romes commentaries on the book of prophet daniel. When daniel had the dream, this kingdom was nearly finished. Daniel, as many other authors of the antiquity and the bible. The first chapter is written in hebrew, in style closely allied to the hebrew used in the book of ezekiel. In the book that ezekiel the prophet wrote, an eagle means nebuchadnezzar ezekiel 17. 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. Daniel 12 commentary commentary critical and explanatory on. A noble jewish youth of jerusalem, he is taken into captivity by nebuchadnezzar of babylon and serves the king and his successors with loyalty and ability until the time of the persian conqueror cyrus, all the while remaining true.

A study of the book of daniel church of christ in zion. 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. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. This massive twentyone volume collection features some of the best commentaries and studies on the book of daniel from the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Selected bibliography of the book of daniel related media.

Satan had tried to keep daniel from understanding the visions he had received and thus prevent gods truth from being revealed. The slavonic versions of hippolytus of romes commentaries on. Like ezekiel, the book of daniel contains a number of enigmatic prophecies. In conclusion daniel the prophet books countdown to. 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. Chapters 812 are likewise written in the hebrew language. Classic commentaries and studies on daniel 21 vols. There are amazing accounts of triumph from trial and deliverance from execution. The slavonic versions of hippolytus of romes commentaries. Introduction to daniel bible exposition commentary. An interesting point regarding this prophecy is that it appears to have been delivered orally. Publication date 18521853 topics bible publisher edinburgh, calvin translation society collection robarts.

Daniel who through the book received revelations from god. Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. Being a seer, having the gift and spirit, not the theocratical office and work, of a prophet, his book stands in the third rank in the hebrew canon, namely, in the hagiographa kethubim between esther and. Concerning this prophet his hebrew name was daniel. The oriental writers make daniel the author of a volume, entitled, principles relating to the explanation of dreams. Best commentaries and books on daniel logos bible software. And like ezekiel, the difficult nature of these prophecies has. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel 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. I will, however, just present the leader with a foretaste to prepare his mind, and render him attentive.

Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel ebook, 1852. Tregelles, classic commentaries and studies on daniel 21 vols. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. About the prophet daniel daniel s name means, god is my judge.

While there were a few places where i disagreed with his interpretation, i found the commentary to be exemplary. This final chapter of the book of daniel focuses on the end timethe time just before and after jesus christ returns to earth. The book of the prophet daniel follows these remarks, and its utility will be better understood as we proceed. Three of the best commentaries on the book of daniel. Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a. Daniel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. But before i do so, i must make a brief summary of the book. His birth and linage are left in complete obscurity except that he was of the royal line, probably of the house of david, which had at this time become very. Youngs classic commentary on the book of daniel is a must have for any serious study of the historical and prophetic texts in daniel. The book of ezekiel left the affairs of jerusalem under a doleful aspect, all in ruins.

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. A devotional commentary on daniel chapter 1 a young man named daniel. To deny the vality of the inspiration of the book of daniel is to deny gods word and mans responsiblity to his god and creator. For each story about daniel and his friends, it fills in the historical background and develops spiritual applications. Calvins commentaries are, in the words of philip schaff, one of the few exegetical works that have outlived their generation. Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel calvin, jean, myers, thomas on.

Click chart to enlarge charts from recommended resource jensens survey of the ot used by permission daniel chart from charles swindoll. Calvin preached and wrote prolifically on the bible. John goldingay, word biblical commentary wbc, thomas nelson, 1989, 416 pp. Daniels steadfastness to truth had no latitude and his faithfulness to god no longitude. Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries.

Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel ebook. A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. Daniel by john goldingay 9780849902291 best commentaries. Daniel explained a commentary on the book of daniel overview. The book of daniel is written in two languages, in the hebrew and in the aramaic, the language of chaldea. Daniel commentaries on the prophet daniel commentaries on daniel. 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. If youre going to teach daniel, especially the apocalyptic portions, you need a commentary that provides you with a lot of background material. You can find the best commentary on daniel for you using the tools on the right side. After a thorough study of the word we find we have a more minute account of daniel s early life than is recorded of that of any other prophet. Therefore the watchword is caveat emptor when you go to either study or to purchase a commentary on the prophetic book of. Daniel the man is an example to all those who study him.

The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. With scholars and authors such as moses stuart, charles h. About the prophet daniel daniels name means, god is my judge. The prophet daniel lived in the sixth century before the birth of jesus. It was a very close call but my favorite commentary on daniel is goldingays. Read daniel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. 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.

Commentaries on the book of the prophet daniel 2 vols. The book of daniel covers daniels age from 19 to 92. Uncover the mysteries of daniel with leading old testament scholar john. Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. 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.