by Wendy Widder | Nov 5, 2011 | Babylon, Daniel 1, The Book of Daniel
We have barely met Daniel (v.6) before we learn that his name is changed to the more Babylonian appropriate “Belteshazzar,” which probably meant something like “Bel (oh, great Babylonian god!), protect his life!” (v.7). Having informed us of this fact, the narrator...
by Wendy Widder | Nov 3, 2011 | Babylon, Daniel 1, The Book of Daniel
Last time I thrilled you with a roll call of King Nebuchadnezzar’s staff. I’m sure you’ve been checking back hourly to see if I’ve written more of this compelling material. At the risk of disappointing you, I thought I’d write next about the guys you actually care...
by Wendy Widder | Oct 30, 2011 | Babylon, Daniel 1, The Book of Daniel
Daniel is the most famous person in the book of Daniel, followed by Nebuchadnezzar and Shadrach-Meshach-and-Abednego, but before he rises to fame, we encounter a number of his handlers. Chapter 1 introduces us to a cadre of officials with cameo appearances. In verse 3...
by Wendy Widder | Oct 26, 2011 | Daniel 7, How to read the Bible, The Book of Daniel
I’m teaching Daniel to a group of urban ministry leaders on Monday nights this semester. They love the book because it preaches so well, and I love teaching them because it’s a dream to teach students so enthusiastic about the material. At least, it’s a dream for the...
by Wendy Widder | Oct 23, 2011 | Babylon, Daniel 1, The Book of Daniel
Hyperlinks aren’t really anything new under the sun. A book as ancient as the Bible has its own kind of hyperlink – though, unfortunately, they aren’t underlined in blue. You just have to pay close attention to notice them. There’s one in Daniel 1:2. “And the Lord...
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