Commentary on the book of daniel by matthew henry old. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient. You can find the best commentary on daniel for you using the tools on the right side. Daniel 1 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 7 the times of the gentiles the earthly scene. The book of daniel is a study, a commentary of the book of daniel in the bible. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Doughty southside christian church june 2015 introduction. When anderson wasnt writing on subjects related to crime, he wrote books on christian prophecy. 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.
Daniel certainly knew of jeremiahs prophecies about the destruction and restoration of israel. I usually dont like to get into speculation regarding dates of biblical texts, since its just that speculation. David guzik commentary on daniel 1 keeping pure in the face of adversity, gives the introduction to the book of daniel. The book of daniel the anchor yale bible commentaries louis f. In the other 6 chapters, we read about daniels dreams. Jehoiakim came to the throne at the end of the year, which jeremiah reckons as the first year, but which daniel leaves out of count, being an incomplete year.
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. Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. Daniel explained a commentary on the book of daniel overview. 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. 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. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to those who would diligently consider it and its teachings. This introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. 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. The book of daniel covers daniels age from 19 to 92. It cannot be overemphasized how relevant this book is to our current generation. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian church. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary. The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b.
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. The hero of the book of daniel in the ketuvim section of the bible is one of the jews exiled in babylonia, a soothsayer at the babylonian court under nebuchadnezzar who died in 562 b. Daniel s friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. The prophecies found in the book of daniel are the key to unlocking all biblical prophecy. The book of daniel covers his life from a teenager to his death as a captive in babylon. Best daniel commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. In the first 6 chapters, we read about daniel and his friends. If you do not get the book you will be missing out on a lot of good learning.
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. 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. 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. Daniel, book of, a book of the third division of the hebrew bible, the hagiographa, named for a man daniel whose fortunes and predictions are the subject of the book. This chapter relates the beginning of daniel s last vision, which is continued to the end of the book. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for. Daniel 1 commentary verse by verse commentary bible study. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading daniel a commentary. Bruce and william barclay abingdon press is full of modernistic thought and historicalcritical discussion and specifically in the volume dealing with daniel, the book of daniel is said to have been written after the fulfillment of the events prophesied therein. The book of revelation could not be understood apart from the book of daniel. The book thoroughly explores the historical, political, and theological aspects of this key book of the bible in understanding the prophetic picture, as well as making practical application for the christian living in a hostile politicalsocial climate. Duguid daniel reformed expository commentary, 2008. The topic of both is the humbling or overthrow of the pagan kingdom.
Daniel a commentary kindle edition by white, chris. The anchor bible series offers new, book by book translations of the old and new testament and the apocrypha. Daniel was born to the royal family and of noble birth dan. 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 first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b. Commentary on daniel and revelation is taken from the two corresponding volumes of the seventhday adventist bible commentary and the paging is the same as that in the commentary. Daniel refused to do anything that would, in anyones mind, think he was denying god. Read daniel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. 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. Commentary on daniel and revelation adventist book center. 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. A commentary on the book of daniel by pastor galen l. For a short summary of daniel, haileys comments, vol.
Events leading the daniel and the hebrew boys being taken captive. Daniel 4 and daniel 5 are to be read in concert, chapter 4 introducing theme c of the chiasm, and chapter 5 reprising it see the big picture in the book of daniel for an explanation of the themes in and structure of daniel. Each verse and each sentence is dissected to unveil great prophesies which are coming to fruition today. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel and more. When the book of daniel is examined for content and literary character, it falls naturally into two roughly equal parts which may be designated daniel a. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniel s seventieth week daniel 9. An interesting point regarding this prophecy is that it appears to have been delivered orally. Daniel chapter 2 commentary verse by verse daniel bible study. Three of the best commentaries on the book of daniel. Tremper longman iii daniel niv application commentary, 1999. 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. Commentaries which would help in your study are the prophecy of daniel by edward j.
The prophet daniel explained the past and the future of israel and all gentile nations according to the plan and purposes of god and his revelations do so with such incredible accuracy that he has silenced many a biblical skeptic throughout history. Sep 01, 2006 this is a very readable treatment of the book of daniel. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that. Daniel is the story of the people of israel in exile, longing to return to the land of israel. Young and the volume on daniel in the commentary on the old testament by c. Commentaries for biblical expositors excellent resource bolding added for emphasis ed comment. Daniel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. 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. Daniel 9 is probably one of the most pivotal chapters in the entire bible for understanding endtime prophecy. Watch sample session of this weeks spiritual book clubs on bible study class on the book of daniel. Revelation chapters 419, is a commentary on the events of daniels seventieth week daniel 9.
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. It is one of the additions to daniel, considered apocryphal by protestants. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon. Introduction the historic existence of the prophet daniel trothe is the hiest thinge a man may kepe. The theological theme of the book is summarized in 4. 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. Introduction to daniel bible exposition commentary. In the introduction section, i offer the url to find the book. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. 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. That may seem like an exaggeration, but after seeing whats packed into this chapter it will be easier to understand why that. It is accessible, yet certainly much more than a surface study.
The most comprehensive englishlanguage commentary on daniel in 65 years. The purpose is to assist the student in gaining a greater comprehension of the biblical teaching contained in the book of daniel. A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a.
Collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full explanation of the text, especially its religious imagery. The book of daniel is set within the context of the sixth century. Bible study class the book of daniel 041220 youtube. Daniels steadfastness to truth had no latitude and his faithfulness to god no longitude. Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries. The book of daniel bible commentary by matthew henry. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1. Daniel is the only prophet who mentions the prince of persia and the prince of greece. The book of daniel the anchor yale bible commentaries. Sinclair ferguson daniel the preachers commentary, 2002. It is intended to help you better understand some of the background and issues in daniels prophecy. Daniel free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible. The time would be long before all would be accomplished. A free bible version and commentary on the book of daniel in easyenglish.
You will learn to use ancient bible study methods to learn about the book of daniel. Thank god for the visions and dreams given in the book of daniel. Goldingay is an erudite, and accomplished scholar and commentary writer his 3 vols on psalms is the only commentary on psalms you will ever need. 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. For each story about daniel and his friends, it fills in the historical background and develops spiritual applications. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel.
This is another volume in the series of bible commentaries of matthew henry. The most high god is sovereign over the kingdoms of men. A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian. This volume on daniel is worthy of pride of place on pastors and scholars shelves. 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. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of daniel. 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. The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible.
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