Studying the book of daniel in the bible

The book of revelation refers to some passages in daniel. Study guide for daniel 1 by david guzik blue letter bible. These free bible study class books include questions, assignments, and study guides for bible classes, families, churches, or individuals. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. While studying the book of jeremiah daniel came to the conclusion that the announced 70yearscaptivity would come to a soon end daniel 9. The book of daniel is one of the most important old testament books to study because it shows gods power to work among nations and to reveal in advance events which will happen. The book is said to make several historical blunders. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. This workbook was designed for bible class study, family study, or personal study.

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. It cannot be overemphasized how relevant this book is to our current generation. Daniel was one of the captives who were carried by the king of babylon, nebuchadnezzar, during the times of prophet jeremiah into babylon. A bible study series by mark finley golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel 12. Our teaching approach to this text will be a verse by verse commentary.

By studying this book, we can better understand our lords references to it cf. Daniel who through the book received revelations from god. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon. The book is named for a character from the babylonian exile see eras of jewish history exile and diaspora named daniel, although it. Copeland hundreds of free sermon outlines and bible study materials available for online browsing and downloading. These workbooks are also available professionally printed. 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. The book of daniel is one of the most thrilling books in the bible, and it is, of course, a book on prophecy.

The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b. If you dont believe in jesus christ, youve got bigger problems than the authorship of the book of daniel. We encourage you to join us in this online book of daniel bible study. Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. Youll find david jeremiahs introduction to the book of daniel on page 11171118 of the jeremiah study bible. 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.

Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. 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 bible study the jesuswalk bible study series. When the lord jesus in his olivet discourse spoke of the profanation of the temple through the antichrist he explicitly mentions daniel the prophet matthew 24.

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 to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. 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 history, and chapters 7 to 12, which are visions and prophecy. 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. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b. The description of daniel and his three young friends receiving their pagan names is in the very first chapter of the book of daniel.

Or, last, simply read the article and ignore the questions. Please enter the study of daniel only if you are willing to deal with some deep, challenging material. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 10 daniel chapter 10. Daniel s prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9.

As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. Daniel study book and audio cd set this bundle includes one copy of the. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. In fact the vast majority of our questions in regards to the book of daniel can be found by referencing the book of revelation as well as other books of the bible. The book of daniel is a study, a commentary of the book of daniel in the bible. Each verse and each sentence is dissected to unveil great prophesies which are coming to fruition today. Bible study on daniel chapters 1 to 6 introduction. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. The position of the book in the third part of the threefold division of the old testament canon laws and. Daniel in the picture study bible the book of daniel with. On the other hand, are visions of beasts and horns and kings that predict the future from daniels time all the way to the second coming of christ.

Jesus identifies daniel as a prophet, and he does something even more. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor3an introduction to daniel i. 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. And this is what we have in the crossway bible study series knowing the bibleas the skilled authors and notable editors provide the contours of each book of the bible as well as the grand theological themes that bind them together as one book. 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. Book of daniel free bible study introduction and directions. Bible study book by beth moore provides a personal study experience five days. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1. Book of daniel bible study verse by verse bible teaching. 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 in depth womens bible study. 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. Daniel 1 niv bible in the third year of the reign of.

Study of the book of daniel christian truth center. An introduction to the book of daniel an argument of the book of daniel selected bibliography of the book of daniel j. The prophet daniel faced unbelievable pressures to. Discover practical insights into the book of daniel. He points to the very passage that were studying in daniel 9 by referring to this abomination of desolation. However, revelation is typically understood by studying the prophecies of daniel and not the other way round. Daniel, a study guide from the executable outlines series by mark a. Dear brethren and friends in christ, please feel free to make use of this 52 page childrens activity book on the book of daniel. The book of daniel was written by daniel in 600 bc. Bible study notes on the book of daniel ed knorrs study notespartly based on dr.

The book of daniel a study guide executable outlines. While the book has some things in it which may be difficult to understand, at the. Prophecies in daniel 712 make a very challenging study. Feel free to use them either individually or in a group. I am planning between 14 and 16 lessons to cover the book of daniel. Robert lindsteds work, the zondervan niv study bible 2002, and various other sources.

One fourth of the books in the bible are of prophetic nature. Daniel s friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. The book of daniel is both familiar and mysterious. The workbooks provide materials and resources to help students understand the scriptures as the infallible, inspired word of god about jesus christ. 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. All visions of daniel are presented to him when he is a captive in babylon. Tom constables expository notes on daniel this is also available in the net. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for everyday life. The book of daniel is made up of two partsthe court stories from daniels life and his prophetic visions. It was so in daniel s life, and it is so in our own. Read the chapter in daniel and answer the study questions yourself.

This summary of the book of daniel provides information about the title, authors, date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the book of daniel. Sweeping in scope, the book deals with the rise and fall of various world empires. When youre done, read over the notes for that chapter in the daniel article. The book of daniel records the events of daniels life and the visions he saw from the time of his exile in 605 dan. A study of the book of daniel the church of christ in. He may have descended from a noble family, perhaps he was even a prince, since normally the prominent people of a nation were taken captive 1. The authenticity of few books in the bible has been more furiously assailed by critics than the book of daniel. Aug 18, 2019 the book of daniel records the events of daniels life and the visions he saw from the time of his exile in 605 dan. Aug 03, 2017 unlocking the old testament part 45 daniel 1. Daniel chapter 10 is an interesting unique chapter in the bible. On the other hand, are visions of beasts and horns and kings that predict the future from daniel s time all the way to the second coming of christ. But if you really want to get the most out of it, when the article asks you to read the chapter in daniel, read the chapter in. Join beth in a faithbuilding study of prophecy and learn how to live with integrity in todays selfabsorbed society. However, the hebrew names of all four are actually used throughout the entire book at various times.

This wonderful book is full of history, prophecy, and miraculous stories. The 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. In fact, one of jesus favorite expressions about himself came from daniel. Background a little background on the book of daniel itself may be helpful. Book of daniel chapter 10 bible study commentary lifting. This family reading plan helps kids understand how to explore studying a specific book of the bible. They are written in a somewhat different style and, as well see in the study of chapter 1, there is vigorous controversy as to when it was actually.