Nnncommentary on the book of daniel 11th edition

He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. Daniel therefore ministered for a period of about sixty. In the other 6 chapters, we read about daniels dreams. The ancient historian josephus records the interesting arrival of alexander the great to jerusalem, and how he was shown the book of daniel by the high priest. The book of daniel has been the object of unbelieving criticism for ages. Daniel 4 nrsv nebuchadnezzars second dream bible gateway. An interesting point regarding this prophecy is that it appears to have been delivered orally. The prophet daniel lived in the sixth century before the birth of jesus. A verse by verse commentary on daniel eleven published by international health institute 1666 south university boulevard, denver, colorado 80210, u. Page 89 if it be so, our god whom we serve is able to deliver us from the burning fiery furnace, and he will deliver us out of thine hand, o king. The four visions of chapters seven to twelve are an early example of apocalyptic literature and, in contrast to the earlier chapters, are introduced in the first person. The following commentaries have been selected with few exceptions from those published in the last fifty years. Book of daniel from the king james version of the bible. A disciple on daniel 11 one of the hardest to understand portions of scripture.

Each sentence condenses quantities of information, and many metaphors are employed. A future king of persia will make war on the king of greece, a mighty king will arise and wield power until his empire is broken up. Table 10 shows the number allusions made by new testament writers to the book of daniel. But foretelling the future is not difficult for god. Daniel 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Like the book of daniel itself, the first half of the book is easier to understand and more engaging. Daniel is the only prophet who mentions the prince of persia and the prince of greece. 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. In the other 6 chapters, we read about daniel s dreams. The book of revelation is particularly indebted to daniel, though it is worth remembering that the writer was drawing on a much wider range of sources than modern christians are familiar with. It is intended to help you better understand some of. Just the same, its language is cryptic, almost like a code. The most detailed prophecy in the bible life, hope. In the polluted atmosphere of an oriental court he lived a.

The book of daniel has many incredible prophecies in its 12 short chapters. He will invade the kingdom when its people feel secure, and he will seize it through intrigue. Read daniel commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. This is a very readable treatment of the book of daniel. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel by montgomery, james a. Daniel 11 niv and in the first year of darius the bible gateway. Of course i find a way to relate it to horror here 12 summer of 42 herman raucher still in the mood of summer stories about youth, i went for this book and i loved it. Daniel chapter 5 kjv king james version the holy spirit spoke through daniel. Chapters 10, 11 and 12 in the book of daniel make up daniels final vision, describing a series of conflicts between the unnamed king of the north and king of. Through a series of dreams and visions and their interpretations daniel is shown an outline of future kingdoms of the world.

For his rank and comeliness he was trained for palace service. 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. Gabriel informeth him of the seventy weeks, and of the time and death of the messiah, and of the succeeding troubles, daniel 9. In the polluted atmosphere of an oriental court he lived a life of singular piety and usefulness. Daniel commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole.

A commentary on the book of daniel southside christian. Since other prophecies found in the book of daniel, such as the 70year. Daniel 11 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Understanding the book of daniel free bible booklets. Daniel 11, english standard version 2016 esv the bible app. The angel gabriel, in this chapter, performs his promise made to daniel in the foregoing chapter, that he would show him what should befal his people in the latter days, according to that which was written in the scriptures of truth.

This document has been generated from xsl extensible stylesheet language source with renderx xep formatter, version 3. His commentary on daniel is a remarkable book, in that it deals with the wider picturenot just the book itself. Collins situates the old testament in its historical context and offers a full explanation of the text, especially its religious imagery. We read much in the book of the maccabees of the mischief done to the jews by these treacherous men of their own nation, jason and menelaus, and their party. Part of the reason for this confusion is that the book of daniels got a bit of a split personality.

The second half anything by james jordan is well worth reading. A critical and exegetical commentary on the book of daniel. You can find the best commentary on daniel for you using the tools on the right side. It does not say these years were concluded before the events of ch. The prince of greece will shortly come, but first he will reveal what will happen to daniels people. Daniel, considering the time of the captivity, daniel 9. There are a number of good conservative commentaries on the book of daniel, but i still find the older work of e. Jul 09, 2012 the book of daniel has many incredible prophecies in its 12 short chapters.

There are some parts that seem to ring familiar, with respect to current events and people in the world, and to those things which show the purposes in gods working his strange works among men, to bring about the end. Daniel 11 kjv also i in the first year of darius the bible gateway. Daniel was telling the king darius the truth taht will come to the north. The book of daniel covers his life from a teenager to his death as a captive in babylon. The first attacks go back to the heathen new platonist porphyrius of tyre 3rd century ac.

Nebuchadnezzars second dream king nebuchadnezzar to all peoples, nations, and languages that live throughout the earth. Daniel introduction scofield reference bible commentary. Daniel, like ezekiel was a jewish captive in babylon. One feature of this section is daniels reliance on. Brinsmead a verse by verse commentary on daniel eleven published by international health institute 1666. The book of daniel is often read for its contribution to our understanding of endtimes events, but sometimes christians have been so obsessed with this that we have missed its main message. It is the fourth king who married ester as detailed in the book named after her. Daniel was telling the king darius the truth taht will come to the north and south kingdos when persia will be overthrown. The prophecy of daniel 11 includes amazing details about great empires, political. Because of the many intricate components of the prophecy in daniel 11, some scholars have suggested that the book of daniel was written several hundred years later, during the 160s b.

Daniel 11 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Study the bible online using commentary on daniel and more. His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and his sovereignty is from generation to generation. The most comprehensive englishlanguage commentary on daniel in 65 years. Daniel 11 is not understood nearly as well as daniel 2, 7 and. For each story about daniel and his friends, it fills in the historical background and develops spiritual applications. Top 5 commentaries on the book of daniel ligonier ministries. It is accessible, yet certainly much more than a surface study. My highest recommendation is to read this book and then research the study edition of a remnant shall return. In the first 6 chapters, we read about daniel and his friends. Daniels ministry continued into the third year of cyrus 10. Doughty southside christian church june 2015 introduction.

When it comes to the book of daniel, it is doubtful that any reader will agree with every conclusion of a single commentator, and i disagree with young on a few. The importance of xerxes, or ahasuerus as named in the book of ester, is that he was the catalyst that would precipitate the actions of future kings in greece. Select bibliography of commentaries on the book of daniel. Robin, our protagonist is a jovial and cheerful guy, married to diana. Daniel 11 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. Sep 01, 2006 this is a very readable treatment of the book of daniel. The purpose of the book of daniel in the book of daniel the scriptures foretell how the lord will deal with the people of daniel the jews and the gentile nations. Since other prophecies found in the book of daniel, such as the 70 year. But if not, be it known unto thee, o king, that we will not serve thy gods, nor worship the golden image which thou hast set up.

The book of daniel is often read for its contribution to our understanding of endtimes events, but sometimes christians have been so obsessed with. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the bible. In todays excerpt from the most recent edition in the story of god bible commentary series, author wendy l. Watch our overview video on the book of daniel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. And while this last book of the bible is indeed one of the primary places to find these prophecies, many do not realize that the book of daniel is an old testament complement to this intriguing new testament book. A commentary on the book of daniel by stuart, moses, 17801852. William nelsons sectionbysection commentary on daniel is the newest volume in the understanding the bible commentary series. A commentary on the book of daniel by pastor galen l. This commentary is based upon my personal devotional notes and reflections on the book of daniel. A commentary on the book of daniel by cooper abrams. The signs and wonders that the most high god has worked for me i am pleased to recount. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. The most important single work produced by the church fathers on any of the prophetic writings of the old testament, commenting upon the original hebrew text, and showing a complete mastery of all the literature of the church on the subjects touched upon to the time of composition, is without question st.

This book cross and crown is a powerful and thrilling recital of the most romantic and dramatic incidents in history to be found. Daniel god my judge, which accords with the character and contents of the book. The first part chapters 16 is all courtly legendsreal sockittoem celebrations of daniel and pals as they outwit babylonian and persian kings and stand up for their faith. Commentary on daniel chapters 1 6 matthew janzen serve yahweh in all circumstances daniel pt. One feature of this section is daniels reliance on heavenly figures to interpret and explain his visions. Then, and then only, will every portion of daniel 11 come alive with. Brinsmead a verse by verse commentary on daniel eleven published by international health institute 1666 south university boulevard, denver, colorado 80210, u. Daniel chapter 11 kjv king james version daniel was told to seal it up. It is a summer kind of book and it was a nice summer read. Daniel explained a commentary on the book of daniel overview. Daniel overview james burton coffman commentaries on the. This userfriendly commentary series helps any reader navigate the sometimes difficult terrain of the bible.

Jul 22, 2017 daniel was telling the king darius the truth taht will come to the north and south kingdos when persia will be overthrown. Daniel was born to the royal family and of noble birth dan. A commentary on the book of daniel internet archive. Read daniel 11 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Porphyrius designates the book of daniel as the work of a jew of the 2nd century bc. Uncovering the book of truth from daniel until all have heard. Today we begin a new book of the bible, a book i am excited about studying, and one which i believe we can learn a great deal from. When studying events that are going to occur prior to and after the return of jesus christ to earth, many turn to the book of revelation.