A Short Commentary on the Book of Daniel
For the Use of Students

First published in 1892, this book provides a detailed commentary on the Book of Daniel.

A. A. Bevan (Author)

9781107669949, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 26 September 2013

252 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.38 kg

First published in 1892, and intended for biblical scholars reading the text in the original languages, this book provides a detailed commentary on the Book of Daniel. Bevan accompanies his analysis with a discussion on the linguistic character of the book, as well as chronological tables of key events in the ancient Near East and an examination of the Palmyrene dialect of Hebrew. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the history of biblical studies or the Book of Daniel.

Prolegomena: General introduction
Origin and purpose of the Book of Daniel
Linguistic character of Daniel
The Septuagint version
Commentary
Appendix 1. The Palmyrene dialect
Appendix 2. Chronological tables
Index of words and roots.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]