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While Judaism views all the Books of the Torah and the Prophets as holy books, giving us insight into the qualities of our G-d, Daniel is considered of secondary importance, for a number of reasons.
The Jewish Tanakh (Bible) consists of: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, various Prophets and the Ketuvim (miscellaneous writings). Daniel is in the
Ketuvim. It is a also a bit of a mishmash, because half of it was written in Aramaic. All the other Holy books were written in Hebrew. Hebrew is the literary language of the Jews. Anything Holy was almost always written in Hebrew. Also the Book of Daniel describes a time very late in Jewish history, after the destruction of the first temple. Surprisingly, it is not as insightful as the other books in the Hebrew Bible. Still, the story is a favorite of young Jewish children. In translation, of course.
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∙ 9y agoJudaism views all the Books of the Prophets and Writings as Divinely inspired holy books. This includes Daniel.
The Jewish Tanakh (Bible) consists of: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, the Twelve Minor Prophets (Hosea, Joel, etc.), Psalms, Proverbs, Job, Song of Songs, Ruth, Lamentations, Ecclesiastes, Esther, Daniel, Ezra & Nehemiah, and Chronicles (all only in the original Hebrew).See also:
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Does Judaism view the prophecies of book of Daniel as being fulfilled under the times of the Maccabees?
AnswerThere are different views among Jews, just as there are among Christians, as to the meaning of the Book of Daniel. However, scholars have established that the book was actually written at the beginning of the Maccabean period, rather than prophecies being fulfilled in that period.Scholars point out that the Book of Daniel contains serious historical errors in the time of the Babylonian Exile, but becomes more accurate as it moves closer to the time they say the book was written. Daniel 12:11 is a 'prophecy' of the desecration of Yahweh's altar by Antiochus IV in 168 BCE. Judas Maccabeus restored the customary worship three years later, shortly after the Book of Daniel was actually written and therefore too late to be prophesied.
What has the author Daniel Haskel written?
Daniel Haskel has written: 'A chronological view of the world' -- subject(s): Historical Chronology 'A chronological view of the world' -- subject(s): Historical Chronology 'A Chronological View of the World: Exhibiting the Leading Events of Universal History, the ..' -- subject(s): Accessible book
Why did god call Daniel a prophet?
A:The Bible does mention more than one Daniel, but modern readers are generally concerned with Daniel from the Book of Daniel. Scholars say that this book was really only a second-century-BCE Jewish novel and that Daniel did not really exist. Daniel is considered a prophet by Christians, but not by Jews. The difference is no doubt based on the Christian use of passages in the book, that can be used as apparently foreshadowing the life of Jesus. On this view, Daniel became a prophet for Christians when they began to relate passages in the Book of Daniel to the New Testament.
Why did the Judean Jews view Galilean Jews with less respect?
There is no record of such an attitude.
What is the most sacred book of Jews?
The difference between Hasidic Jews and Jews of other sects is their interpretation and perception of the Religious Law, not their holy books. They have the same holy books as the rest of the Jewish people.To see what the Jewish Holy Books are, view the Related Question.
What longstanding view did Darwin challenge in his book Origin Of Species?
The biblical account of creation of earth and every living on it in 7 days by God, and especially the creation of man in the image of God.
How long did Daniel live in Jerusalem?
He was likely part of the first deportation during the Babylonian exile (606 - 605 B.C.) He was likely a young teenager at the timeDaniel's career as an advisor to the king, beginning under Nebuchadnezzar spanned about 65 years (601 to 536 B.C.)He likely died in Suza in 530 B.C. six years after Cyrus' decree allowing the exiles to return.He was probably in his 80's when he diedThe book of Daniel was likely completed in 532 B.C.A:The Bible briefly mentions more than one Daniel, but the Daniel in question is only mentioned in the Book of Daniel. Biblical scholars, for example Leonard J Greenspoon (The Oxford History of the Biblical World, Between Alexandria and Antioch: Jews and Judaism in the Hellenistic Period), say that the Book of Daniel is a Jewish novel from the second century BCE.The Book of Daniel places the birth of Daniel somwhere around 598 BCE. Chapter 9 appears to talk of Daniel in the reign of King Darius, son of Xerxes (Ahasuerus), but this is impossible as Darius II only became king in 423 BCE and Daniel would have lived almost two hundred years. Although he confuses much of the history, the author intended Daniel to live during the sixth century BCE.Another Answer:Daniel became a captive under King Nebuchadnezzar in circa 604 B.C.. He was of the age where he became a eunuch. Some have dated his birth to circa 622 B.C.. He lived through Cyrus taking the city over and giving it to his father-in-law, Darius - King of the Medes - whom he served. It is believed he saw the return of the Jews to Israel as Isaiah had written before hand (Isaiah 44 and 45). He is believe to have died in circa 530 B.C. being in his late 80s to late 90s.Please note that Daniel was indeed a real person: See Jesus words in Matthew 24:15 "Therefore when you see the ABOMINATION OF DESOLATION which was spoken of through Daniel the prophet, standing in the holy place (let the reader understand)," If Jesus called Daniel a prophet, and quoted Him, then this certianly establishes the authenticity of Daniel.
Did Protestants view Muslims and Jews as Heretics?
Yes
Why was the eagle created?
Unless you take a rather literalist Biblical viewpoint, the eagle wasn't "created," it just evolved. If you do take the Fundamentalist view, I recommend you read the last couple of chapters of the book of Job.
How has your view of Christ changed in the past year?
This is a question for which each answer will be personal. My view of Christ has not changed in the past year. I view Him from the Biblical perspective and have for the past 40 years.
Did Hitler's negative view on Jews have an connection with the Holocaust?
Yes, Jews were especially targeted by Hitler and the Nazis.
How does Darwin's theory of evolution challenge the biblical view of creation?
Darwin's theory states that we evolved from microbes and only the fittest survived. The biblical view of creation states that everything on earth was created by God exactly as it is.The Biblical view does not actually disagree with Darwin's theory, contrary to certain sectarian religious teachings. On the contrary, the legitimate Biblical view is that the creation accounts were allegorical in nature. Only one particular narrow, literalistic interpretation at definite odds with reality insists all creatures were fashioned within one six day window.
