Book of Daniel
daniel is part of the rich historical narrative of God's dealings with His people in the Old Testament.
12
Chapters
357
Verses
48
Cross-Refs
14
Sub-Topics
Quick Facts
- Author
- Daniel
- Date Written
- c. 535 BC
- Category
- Major Prophets
- Chapters
- 12
- Verses
- 357
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Etymology
- “judgment of God”, “God my judge”
About the Book of Daniel
The Book of Daniel is recognized as the Bible’s foremost apocalyptic text, unveiling God's supreme authority over the course of human events from the Babylonian exile through the arrival of the Messiah and extending to the culmination of history. Authored by a Jewish captive who ascended to prominent positions within pagan administrations while steadfastly upholding his faith, Daniel powerfully affirms that God governs every earthly kingdom and that loyalty to Him will ultimately be rewarded, even at great personal sacrifice. The book is naturally divided into two parts: the first six chapters narrate the experiences of Daniel and his companions within the courts of Babylon and Persia, while the latter six chapters present Daniel’s prophetic visions concerning the unfolding of world history and the establishment of God's eternal kingdom.
Read the full Daniel study guide →Famous Verses
“Our God whom we serve is able to deliver us.”
Daniel 3:17
“My God hath sent his angel, and hath shut the lions' mouths.”
Daniel 6:22
“The God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed.”
Daniel 2:44
Topical Index
14 sub-topics from Nave's Topical Bible
1. A Jewish captive, also called BELTESHAZZAR
Educated at king's court
Interprets visions
Promotion and executive authority of
Conspiracy against, cast into the lions' den
Prophecies of
Abstinence of
Wisdom of
Devoutness of
Courage and fidelity of
Worshiped by Nebuchadnezzar
2. David's son
Also called CHILEAB
3. A descendant of Ithamar, and a companion of Ezra
Key Verses
Daniel 1
Educated at king's court
Daniel 2
Interprets visions
Daniel 2:48,49
Promotion and executive authority of
Daniel 6
Conspiracy against, cast into the lions' den
Daniel 4:8,9
Prophecies of
Daniel 1:8-16
Abstinence of
Daniel 1:17
Wisdom of
Daniel 2:18
Devoutness of
Daniel 4:27
Courage and fidelity of
Daniel 2:6
Worshiped by Nebuchadnezzar