Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching Daniel
Overview
W. Sibley Towner’s in-depth commentary on Daniel is a practical resource for understanding this important book of the Bible. Towner explores the six Diaspora stories about Daniel, the three apocalyptic visions Daniel has, and the prayer of Daniel. Towner also provides observations on the structure and authorship of Daniel, and includes an important essay on why it is important to read the Book of Daniel.
- Detailed introduction
- Bibliography
Top Highlights
“Modern commentators are generally agreed that chapter 7 is the single most important chapter of the Book of Daniel.” (Page 91)
“Baldwin takes her clue from Daniel 11:26, the only other text in which the rare word pat-bag, ‘rich food,’ occurs. As that text makes clear, those who shared the king’s board also entered into a covenantal relationship with him; they became his courtiers, his shadow cabinet. Put another way, their freedom of action was preempted by the king.” (Page 25)
“Daniel is a non-historical personage modeled by the author(s) of the book after the ancient worthy who is linked in Ezekiel 14:14, 20 with righteous Noah and righteous Job, and who is described (Ezek. 28:3) as a wise man.” (Page 5)
“An exiled Jew can be a winner because the God of Israel is a winner!” (Page 27)
“The scenario described in 11:40–45 simply never transpired” (Page 164)
The Interpretation series from Westminster John Knox Press is clearly established as a rich source for teaching and preaching. They have tapped the talents of a varied and esteemed group of contributors, resulting in what is clearly the essential comprehensive commentary series on the Bible.
—W. Eugene March, A.B. Rhodes Professor of Old Testament Emeritus at Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
The Interpretation series is an invaluable resource for any leader or scholar interested in interpreting the biblical text to the broader church. Its works are essential for pastors, educators, and church libraries.
—Brian K. Blount, President and Professor of New Testament at Union Theological Seminary
- Title: Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching Daniel
- Author: W. Sibley Towner
- Publisher: John Knox Press
- Publication Date: 1984
- Pages: 186
