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What Do Babylonian Omen Texts Reveal About Daniel's Role?

See how divination and dream interpretation were central to Babylonian governance—matching Daniel's biblical job.

Timeline Focus: 600 BCE

✨The Surprising Reality

Babylonian king lists mention court 'diviners' who interpreted omens, dreams, and celestial events—just like Daniel.

🤔The Context Question

But here's what most people don't realize: Daniel's position in Babylon fits perfectly with documented roles in Mesopotamian courts.

📚What We Know

Omen tablets from the Neo-Babylonian period describe dream reading as statecraft. The book of Daniel reflects this structure while attributing interpretation to God. Exploring these texts affirms Daniel's plausibility and uniqueness.

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Jump to 600 BC and see exactly how Babylon viewed dreams—discover how Daniel stood apart even in a familiar role.

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📖Biblical References

📜Daniel 2:1–30📜Daniel 5:11

Scripture references supporting this historical context

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