The book of Daniel is the "key" to the entire Old Testament revelation. You must understand Daniel in order to understand God's plan for the nations of the world and God's plan for the nation of Israel. The Holy Spirit revealed to Daniel, information about every world empire from the time of the Babylonian Empire until the Second Coming of Christ and the establishment of His Kingdom. The book of Daniel also contains some very interesting information about things that will happen in the closing days of history. The very last prophecy of Daniel, in fact, is sealed up until the end times. God told Daniel won't reveal it's meaning until the last days. "But Daniel, keep this prophecy a secret; Seal it up so that it will not be understood until the end times, when travel and education shall be vastly increased" (Daniel 12:4). We are praying that God will bless you as you study this important book.