The work offered to the reader is devoted to the analysis of the biblical book of Daniel, primarily the prophetic sections contained in it. The book examines the history of creation and the original historical context of this work, the history of its interpretation in the Jewish and Christian traditions. The author gives a theological interpretation of the prophecies of the book of Daniel, focusing on their connection with world history and the current problems of modern society. The fundamental study devoted to the book of Daniel combines historical, philological and theological approaches to this work, rather complex complex problems are discussed in the work in a simple and understandable language. The book will be of interest not only to specialists, but also to all readers interested in the Bible and its connection with modernity.