In many ways, the Old Testament book of Daniel is an enigma. Whether the book's affinities lie more with the Hebrew prophets or with later Jewish apocalypes is debated, as are its affinities with the wisdom traditions of booth Israel and Babylon
Ernest C. Lucas identifies the central theme of the book of Daniel as the sovereignty of the God of Israel. With even-handedness and clarity, he demonstrates that there is much in Daniel that is readily understandable and applicable, and that there are also theological depths that are rewarding for those willing to wrestle with the issues they raise.