The Book of Daniel identifies the Prophet Daniel as its author
(Daniel 9:2; 10:2). Jesus mentions Daniel as the author as well
(Matthew 24:15). Date of Writing: The Book of Daniel was likely
written between 540 and 530 B.C. Purpose of Writing: In 605
B.C., Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon had conquered Judah and
deported many of its inhabitants to Babylon – Daniel included.
Daniel served in the royal court of Nebuchadnezzar and several
rulers who followed Nebuchadnezzar. The Book of Daniel records
the actions, prophecies, and visions of the Prophet Daniel. Key
Verses: Daniel 1:19-20, “The king talked with them, and he found
none equal to Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael and Azariah; so they
entered the king's service. In every matter of wisdom and
understanding about which the king questioned them, he found
them ten times better than all the magicians and enchanters in
his whole kingdom.” Daniel 2:31, “You looked, O king, and there
before you stood a large statue - an enormous, dazzling statue,
awesome in appearance.”