Who were all these pagan interpreters? What are the characteristics of each? What happens here with the original text that is important?
15 Miller, 79-80. 16 Ibid., 48.
The language switches in the middle of verse 4. Remember, the Book of Daniel is written in two different languages—Hebrew and Aramaic.
The first event described here relays the story of how Daniel and many others find themselves living in a strange, new land with strange, new cultures and religious beliefs. Daniel’s character is tested as his home culture clashes with his new, host culture.
In recent years, there has been much debate as to the date and authorship of the Book of Daniel. This debate is a divisive factor in the overall understanding of the book. As you study this book, it is imperative to clarify your understanding on this issue because of the impact it will have upon your interpretation.
Bricks Without Straw, God Promises Deliverance…
I am willing go against against public sediment to honor God?
God hears our cries. God is listening to pleading of our hearts.
Moses’ excuses and unwillingness to obey evoked the anger of the Lord. God provided a helper to Moses—his brother Aaron. Moses is commanded to take the rod with him to Egypt.
This is the third lesson from the section, “The Lord Calls a Leader.”
This is the second lesson from the section, “The Lord Calls a Leader.”