Daniel bible study the jesuswalk bible study series. Daniel and his godfearing friends were forced to live in babylon, far from home and far from the land their lord had promised them. In this bible teaching series, we will explore the ancient biblical text of the book of daniel. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as you unravel complex prophecies and learn simple biblical principles for everyday life. Join beth in this 6session study of prophecy, and learn how to live with integrity in todays selfabsorbed society. Following is a free selfstudy course on the book of daniel in the bible. The prophecies found in the book of daniel are the key to unlocking all biblical prophecy. However, daniels book was obviously not written at a late date as many of these scholars suppose, since portions of the book were found with the dead sea scrolls. Daniel two sets the stage for the war between the true and false kingdoms the mountains that seek to fill the earth what is the meaning behind mountains daniel three and all must worship the image. This introductory lesson will situate the historical setting for the book of daniel and its relationship to the book of revelation. Facts about the book of daniel the book can easily be divided into two sections. Daniel discipleship lessons from a foreign culture, a free. The book of daniel is one of the most thrilling books in the bible, and it is, of course, a book on prophecy.
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. Daniel bridges the entire 70 years of the babylonian captivity from 605 to 536 b. From daniel and his three friends, we will learn the power of faith and commitment b. Golden images, winged lions, proud kings, judgment day and the holy sanctuarythey are all part of the fascinating, colorful book of daniel. For a more detailed treatment, you are invited to look over my sermon outlines on daniel. The story of daniel is about the story of godand his victory in the world.
Nine of the 12 chapters relate revelation through dreams and visions. Here, in a 12week format, are carefully wrought studies that will ignite the mind and the heart. Download pdf book of daniel study guide free online. Daniel, as many other authors of the antiquity and the bible, writes of himself in the third person throughout the first part of the book. Study the books of daniel and revelation especially. A careful study of the books of daniel and the revelation is most important in our time. Book of daniel bible study verse by verse bible teaching. We encourage you to join us in this online book of daniel bible study. We should study the book of daniel to understand gods sovereignty over troubled times. A study of the book of daniel outline a study of the book of daniel dr. 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. The book of daniel begins with king nebuchadnezzar, the ruler of babylon, ransacking jerusalem. Daniel serves as an amazing example of how to live for god in the midst of a dark world and a pagan culture.
The phrase ancient of days is unique to the book of daniel. This study will pursue the book from an historical standpointthat is, by the times of the historical events or when daniel. The fascinating book of daniel teacher s notes page 2 4. The book of daniel was written by daniel in 600 bc. 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. The book of daniel is an old testament book which wholly paints a picture of the book of revelation. Daniel was gods mouthpiece to the gentile and jewish world, declaring gods current and future plans. A bible commentary on the history, captivity and language of prophet daniel robert dick wilson on. Daniel and revelation prophecies lesson study guides.
For example, if one is going to understand the book of revelation, he must first understand daniels writings. The prophet daniel explained the past and the future of israel and all gentile nations according to the plan and. Because prophecy bulks large in the bible, i would like to say a word about it before we look at the book of daniel. Remember that the old testament is a shadow of the new testament and for you to understand the new testament you should have read and understood the old testament. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel. This 12week study leads readers through the book of daniel, highlighting gods reign over all the earth as the sovereign lord of history. Book of daniel overview insight for living ministries. Follow along in this chapterbychapter, selfgrading bible study as. A study of daniel is highly relevant because it portrays a period of history that is much like what ours is fast.
Study guide for daniel by chuck smith blue letter bible. Online bible study guides for daniel and revelation prophecies. Book of daniel bible study with verse by verse commentary and understanding daniel bible prophecy and the little horn antichrist power. The meditations herewith offered to christians pretend in no way to give a complete explanation of the book of daniel. Daniel with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
This study examines how believers can develop integrity in our modernday babylon, and then explores prophecies from the time of daniel through the. 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. Tom constables expository notes on daniel this is also available in the net. There is need of a much closer study of the word of god.
Book of daniel bible study mike mazzalongo bibletalk. The neglect of the study of prophecy has produced certain harmful results. Bible study notes on the book of daniel ed knorrs study notespartly based on dr. 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. Studies in the book of daniel by robert dick wilson is not an exegetical commentary but a series of studies of various historical and textual issues that arise in relationship to the book of daniel. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old b. Below is an inductive bible study on the book of daniel. An introduction to the book of daniel an argument of the book of daniel selected bibliography of the book of daniel j. The book of daniel is one of the most thrilling books in the bible, and it is, of course. Daniel bible study book of daniel bible study lifeway. The dates of the three kings mentioned in the book are well known. Daily discipleship guide csb is designed to cultivate a deeper understanding of scripture through daily bible reading.
The method of study which i use is called inductive bible study. The book of daniel was well enough accepted to be included in the septuagint the bible of the earliest christians, which was written in greek around 250 b. Concordant studies of the book of daniel, p 28 vs 37 speaking is the king to ashpenaz, the grandee of his eunuchs, to bring of the sons of the grandees of israel, and of the seed royal, and of the highborn. Daniel who through the book received revelations from god.
The book of daniel was written by, well, daniel, around 537 b. Later in the book, daniel prophesied of terrible trials still to come in the promised land daniel 11. As with all of scripture, the book of daniel is profitable for our study 2 ti 3. Click download or read online button to book of daniel study guide book. A discussion of the historical questions 1917 wilson, robert dick on. Almost everyone looks at the book of daniel with a. A study of the book of daniel church of christ in zion. Watch our overview video on the book of daniel, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. Book of daniel free bible study introduction and directions. The light that daniel received from god was given especially for.
The book of daniel is one of the most significant prophetic books in the bible. The book of daniel is no exception for it provides a wealth of information to. Written by ha ngon on dec 9th 2019 thank you very much. The book of daniel is an apocalypse, a literary genre in which a heavenly reality is revealed to a human recipient. Study scripture verses with commentary, concordances, and use highlighting, underlining, take notes in the bible. Instead of studying beforehand, participants attend the group, learn from the material and discussion, and then build on that using five daily directed bible studies through the week. If you cant see the controls after you open up the pdf of the lesson, hover your. Thank you so much for this amazing study on the book of daniel. Foretells future world events to come that affects israel. The book of daniel is a study, a commentary of the book of daniel in the bible. Thank god for the visions and dreams given in the book of daniel. Book of daniel chapter 1 bible study stranded in babylon.
Book of daniel read, study bible verses online bible study tools. One of the more fascinating books of the bible is the book of daniel. He ends up taking back the cream of the crop, the most elite and noble israelites, to serve at his court in babylon. It cannot be overemphasized how relevant this book. Daniel 8 the eighth chapter of daniel features an astounding vision of a male sheep.
Each christcentered lesson explains daniels prophecies and how they. Roughly 2,600 years ago a judean teenager was taken captive by the rapidly. Each verse and each sentence is dissected to unveil great prophesies which are coming to fruition today. Inductive studies in daniel small group studies with discussion questions the book of daniel is fittingly named after both its author and its key protagonist.
Following is a free self study course on the book of daniel in the bible. 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. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 7 the times of the gentiles the earthly scene. Feel free to use these lessons either individually or in a group. Daniel identifies himself as the author of the book in daniel 12. May 16, 2004 as dreams and visions continue to unfold throughout daniel, we start to understand gods future predictions for us. It is definitely worth a purchase and it has helped me understand the book of daniel much more than just a surface study and reading. They were delivered before a small company, whose minds had been already occupied about prophecy, and who had desired to have some help as to this book. Daniel was one of the captives who were carried by the king of babylon, nebuchadnezzar, during the times of prophet jeremiah. The book of daniel contains some of the most important and bestknown prophetic information about the end timesthe rise and fall of the antichrist, the persecution and victory of the saints, the role of israel. Book of daniel bible study commentary chapter 1 daniel chapter 1. Studies in the book of daniel, a discussion of the historical questions robert dick wilson no.
Sweeping in scope, the book deals with the rise and fall of various world empires. In an inductive bible study, a student digs into the bible learning as much as possible from the bible, and conducts his or her own analysis of the book. The information you have provided has made my understanding of this book of the bible easier than i ever thought possible. In more mundane language, it is an account of the activities and visions of daniel, a noble jew exiled at babylon, its message being that just as the god of israel saved daniel and his friends from their enemies, so. We will see explicit prophecies about nations and a prophecy that predicts the time of jesus death. Daniels friends shadrach, meshach and abednego served as advisers to king nebuchadnezzar of babylon. The book of daniel is both familiar and mysterious. Great examples of courage, faith, faithfulness, humility, patience, devotion, etc. The book of daniel a study guide executable outlines. A study of the book of daniel gene taylor1preface the study of any of the old testament prophets is a worthwhile endeavor. Daniel s prayer, and the vision of the seventy weeks 9. You will enjoy exploring the prophetic book of daniel through these free bible studies. The first six chapters contain accounts of faith that inspire both young and old. Book of daniel study guide download book of daniel study guide ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format.
Its prophecies of worldruling empires are closely related to revelation. 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. A careful study of the text helps reveal the identity of this supernatural being. The prophet daniel faced unbelievable pressuresto compromise his faith, to live in a hostile culture, and to confront temptations and threats. A discussion of the historical questions robert dick wilson full view 1917. The last six chapters are filled with apocalyptic visions that challenge even the most advanced bible students and scholars 2. This wonderful book is full of history, prophecy, and miraculous stories. Porphyry, an intelligent man, produced a detailed verse by verse study of the book of daniel in support of his argument for a second century date in volume 12 of. 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. Whatever the trial was, though, it was always the result of sin. Wilson, the author, was a professor of old testament at princeton seminary, and wrote this book approximately 100 years ago. Daniel was one of the captives who were carried by the king of babylon. Robert lindsteds work, the zondervan niv study bible 2002, and various other sources. If you cant see the controls after you open up the pdf of the lesson, hover your arrow at the bottom center of the document.