Evaluation
Overall Score: 7.9/10
A sane and faithful guide to Daniel that strengthens courage and curbs speculation.
Summary
At a Glance
- Length
- 320 pages
- Type
- Application
- Theo. Perspective
- Broadly Evangelical
- Overall score
- 7.9 / 10
- Strength
- Steady interpretation that keeps the main message central.
- Limitation
- Vision sections sometimes need additional technical support for detail questions.
We find Longman helps us read Daniel as both court narrative and apocalyptic hope. He keeps the book’s call to faithful courage in view, and he treats the visions with care rather than panic.
The series approach helps us connect Daniel’s world to ours, especially as we think about public pressure, compromise, and perseverance.
Why Should I Own This Commentary?
We should own this commentary when we want help preaching Daniel without chasing speculation. Longman explains the text patiently and repeatedly presses us toward the book’s main burdens.
We also gain a balanced approach to application. The commentary helps us speak to believers living as minorities, calling us to holiness, prayer, and trust in God’s sovereign rule.
For Reformed proclamation, the value is the way the book keeps God’s kingdom central. That gives us a clear path toward Christ, the true Son of Man who receives dominion and brings his people safely through trial.
Closing Recommendation
We recommend this as a strong mid level guide for preaching and teaching Daniel. It is accessible, pastorally minded, and it consistently keeps the text’s message in front of us.
As pastoral next steps, we can read the Bible Book Overview, browse Top Recommendations, and use the Reformed Commentary Index as we build a wiser shelf.
Classification
- Level: Mid-level
- Best For: Busy pastors, Lay readers / small groups, Pastors-in-training
- Priority: Strong recommendation
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