Book of Daniel: Introduction

One of the main purposes of Daniel is to give hope to Israel. Because of their constant rebellion and backslidden condition, many devout Jews were tempted to think God had abandoned them. –Daniel's purpose in writing blended the two themes of prophecy and right living from the heart. Daniel wrote first to show God's future program for the nation of Israel (in light of her rebellious nature), during and after what is known as "the times of the Gentiles."