The Book Of Daniel - Text And Audio - The King James Version

0:08 Chapter 1. 40:04 Chapter 7
3:59 Chapter 2. 45:57 Chapter 8
13:25 Chapter 3. 51:19 Chapter 9
20:01 Chapter 4. 57:39 Chapter 10
28:10 Chapter 5. 1:01:55 Chapter 11
34:28 Chapter 6. 1:11:39 Chapter 12

The Book of Daniel is a unique book in the Old Testament, combining elements of history, prophecy, and apocalyptic literature. It is traditionally attributed to Daniel, a young Jewish exile in Babylon who rose to prominence in the courts of foreign kings due to his wisdom and God-given ability to interpret dreams and visions. The book is set during the Babylonian and early Persian empires (6th century BCE) and emphasizes God's sovereignty over human history.

Themes:
Faithfulness in Exile: Demonstrates how Daniel and his companions remained faithful to God while living in a foreign land.
God’s Sovereignty: Highlights God's control over earthly kingdoms and His power to deliver His people.
Prophetic Visions: Contains apocalyptic visions about future kingdoms and the ultimate establishment of God's eternal kingdom.
Structure:
Chapters 1–6: Historical narratives recounting Daniel's life and the faithfulness of his companions (e.g., the fiery furnace and the lions' den).
Chapters 7–12: Apocalyptic visions revealing the rise and fall of empires, the coming of the "Son of Man," and the end times.
Key References:
Daniel 1:8: Daniel resolves not to defile himself with the king's food, showing his commitment to God.
Daniel 3:17–18: Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego declare their faith in God even when faced with the fiery furnace.
Daniel 6:22: Daniel is delivered from the lions' den, a testimony of God's protection.
Daniel 7:13–14: A vision of the "Son of Man" receiving an eternal kingdom, often interpreted messianically.
Daniel 12:2–3: A prophecy about the resurrection of the dead and the reward of the righteous.
The Book of Daniel inspires believers to trust in God's power and remain faithful under pressure while providing a prophetic glimpse into God’s ultimate plan for human history.