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The Book of Daniel is a prophetic and apocalyptic text that recounts the life of Daniel, a young Jewish exile in Babylon, who rises to prominence through his wisdom and faithfulness to God. The first half of the book consists of narratives about Daniel and his companions, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, who remain steadfast in their devotion to God despite facing trials and persecution in the foreign court. Notable stories include Daniel's interpretation of King Nebuchadnezzar’s dreams, the fiery furnace, where his friends are miraculously saved from death, and the famous story of Daniel in the lion’s den, where God protects him for his unwavering faith.The second half of Daniel shifts from narrative to prophecy, featuring Daniel’s visions of future kingdoms and the ultimate triumph of God’s reign. The visions are filled with symbolic imagery, such as beasts representing empires and a figure known as the "Ancient of Days," symbolizing God’s eternal authority. Daniel’s visions predict the rise and fall of several world empires, including Babylon, Persia, Greece, and Rome, and foretell a period of great tribulation followed by divine judgment and the establishment of God's everlasting kingdom.