How to Read Daniel

By: Tremper Longman III

Narrated by: David Cochran Heath

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 21st century, finding help for faithful living in a toxic culture and hope in a troubled world.

©2020 Tremper Longman III (P)2020 eChristian

Solid

This overview of Daniel does not go very deep, but it is solid and useful.

Excellent primer

Excellent primer to the further study of Daniel. Longman provides an extensive survey of the various views and difficulties in the interpretation of the book of Daniel.

A Well Written Treatment of the Book of Daniel

This is a very thoughtful and well written treatment of the book of Daniel. I particularly appreciate the emphasis on successfully living in a culture that is toxic to our faith. Thank you Dr. Longman!