Daniel
Daniel records the experiences of a Jewish exile in Babylon and his apocalyptic visions of future kingdoms. It demonstrates God's sovereignty over all earthly powers and His faithfulness to those who remain loyal to Him.
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๐ About This Book
Purpose
To demonstrate God's absolute sovereignty over all earthly kingdoms and to reveal his plan for the end of history.
Audience
The Jewish exiles in Babylon and all who live under hostile governments.
Key Themes
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Did You Know?
- Written in two languages - Hebrew and Aramaic
- Served in Babylon for about 70 years under multiple kings
- The '70 weeks' prophecy predicted Christ's coming to the exact year
- Was likely a teenager when taken captive to Babylon
- The lions' den happened when Daniel was about 80 years old
- Contains the phrase 'Ancient of Days' found nowhere else
- The writing on the wall happened the night Babylon fell
- His prayer life (3 times daily) got him thrown to lions
- Nebuchadnezzar's statue outlines world history to Christ's return
- His prophecies are so accurate critics claim they were written later