Daniel: A Commentary

by Carol A. Newsom

Book Overview

The book of Daniel is a literary rich and complex story known for its apocalyptic style. Written in both Hebrew and Aramaic, the book begins with stories of Daniel and three Jewish young men Hananiah (Shadrach), Mishael (Meshach), and Azariah (Abednego) who are exiles among the remnant from Judea in Babylon in sixth century b.c.e. It ends with Daniel's visions and dreams about the Jewish community that offer comfort and encouragement as they endure...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0664220800
• ISBN13: 9780664220808
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Length: 472 Pages
• Weight: 1.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 6.0" x 8.8"