**Beyond the familiar lions' den and fiery furnace, much of the book of Daniel seems baffling to modern readers.** The first half recounts stories full of ancient Near Eastern protocol and imperial court drama; the second half features apocalyptic visions of monstrous beasts and cosmic conflict. Many Christians misunderstand or...
**Beyond the familiar lions' den and fiery furnace, much of the book of Daniel seems baffling to modern readers.** The first half recounts stories full of ancient Near Eastern protocol and imperial court drama; the second half features apocalyptic visions of monstrous beasts and cosmic conflict. Many Christians misunderstand or simply avoid the book. But failing to read Daniel well means missing a critical part of God's message to us. According to Tremper Longman III, when we read Daniel on its own terms and in its original context, we'll discover that all of the book is easier to understand than we might think. In this volume of the popular How to Read Series, Longman brings his expertise as an Old Testament scholar and teacher to orient readers to a proper engagement with Daniel. He examines the book's genre, structure, historical background, and major theological message before diving deeper into each of the stories and visions. As we learn how to enter the world of Daniel, we find a message not only for his generation but also for ours: even in hostile circumstances, God is in control, and he will have the final victory. Longman draws out this theme of Daniel for the twenty-first century, finding help for faithful living in a toxic culture and hope in a troubled world. *How to Read Daniel* is the perfect starting point for anyone studying, teaching, or seeking a reliable guide to this ancient book.
**Beyond the familiar lions' den and fiery furnace, much of the book of Daniel seems baffling to modern readers.** The first half recounts stories full of ancient Near Eastern protocol and imperial court drama; the second half features apocalyptic visions of monstrous beasts and cosmic conflict. Many Christians misunderstand or...
**Beyond the familiar lions' den and fiery furnace, much of the book of Daniel seems baffling to modern readers.** The first half recounts stories full of ancient Near Eastern protocol and imperial court drama; the second half features apocalyptic visions of monstrous beasts and cosmic conflict. Many Christians misunderstand or simply avoid the book. But failing to read Daniel well means missing a critical part of God's message to us. According to Tremper Longman III, when we read Daniel on its own terms and in its original context, we'll discover that all of the book is easier to understand than we might think. In this volume of the popular How to Read Series, Longman brings his expertise as an Old Testament scholar and teacher to orient readers to a proper engagement with Daniel. He examines the book's genre, structure, historical background, and major theological message before diving deeper into each of the stories and visions. As we learn how to enter the world of Daniel, we find a message not only for his generation but also for ours: even in hostile circumstances, God is in control, and he will have the final victory. Longman draws out this theme of Daniel for the twenty-first century, finding help for faithful living in a toxic culture and hope in a troubled world. *How to Read Daniel* is the perfect starting point for anyone studying, teaching, or seeking a reliable guide to this ancient book.
This book is definitely a great companion in reading the book of Daniel. The author starts by explaining the background historical context and also the big theme that readers must get from book of Daniel, then launches into chapter by chapter commentary. At the end of each chapter, there is discussion guide which is also helpful for those who are preparing for Bible Study for the book of Daniel.
