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About the Book
This book, one in a series, explores nuances of meaning in the prophetic book of Daniel. The author places careful translations of the Greek and the Hebrew in parallel display to reveal minor differences in meaning between the Hebrew and Greek texts. In Daniel, there are also sections in Aramaic-the language of Babylon and Syria. By careful comparison, one can attempt to discern the earliest form of Daniel and learn from the word choice, omissions, and inclusions in translation. Those who engage in translation are aware of the difficulties in translating from one language to another. Dynamic translation can help to convey the "feeling" of a text, but often misses elements of meaning in a literal translation. Gren has optimized this translation to indicate whether the words in the parallel texts are the same original words, synonyms, or words with slightly different meaning that does not come through in most English translations. Regardless of the reader's level of expertise in biblical languages, PARALLEL OLD TESTAMENT - TANAKH: Daniel will be a helpful resource in the study of the book of Daniel with its message about world events from Daniel's time to ours.
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About the Author

Conrad R. Gren received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) from Walla Walla College, Walla Walla, Washington, and a Master of Arts in Exegetical Theology (MAET) from Western Conservative Baptist Seminary, Portland, Oregon. His professional career he has spent as a Certified Government Financial Manager, accountant, and auditor with the United States Army Corps of Engineers, serving in Oregon and Afghanistan. His love for Scripture began in his youth, which led him to study biblical languages to plumb the depths of biblical meaning
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Questions this book answers
- What is a parallel translation of Daniel?
- It places careful translations of the Hebrew and Aramaic text and of the Greek text side by side. Readers can compare them line by line.
- Why do the Hebrew and Greek texts of Daniel differ?
- Every translation involves choices, and the Greek differs from the Hebrew in word choice, omissions, and inclusions. Comparing them helps readers discern the earliest form of the text.
- Do I need to know Hebrew or Greek to use this book?
- No. It is designed to help readers at any level of expertise in biblical languages study the book of Daniel.
- Why is part of Daniel written in Aramaic?
- Sections of Daniel are in Aramaic, the language of Babylon and Syria. The book includes those sections in its parallel display.
- Is this book part of a series?
- Yes. This volume on Daniel is one in the Parallel Old Testament series by Conrad R. Gren.
Details
Binding: |
Hardcover |
Printed: |
2025 |
Pages: |
260 |
Edition: |
1st |
ISBN: |
9781479618781 |
Dimensions: |
7.5 x 9.25 |
Book Title: |
Parallel Old Testament - TANAKH: Daniel |
Author: |
Conrad Gren |