Purpose of Writing: In 605 B.C., Nebuchadnezzar King of Babylon had conquered Judah and deported many of its inhabitants to Babylon – Daniel included. Daniel served in the royal court of Nebuchadnezzar and several rulers who followed Nebuchadnezzar.
Layunin ng Sulat: Noong 605 B.C, sinakop ni Haring Nabucodonosor ng Babilonia ang Juda at itinapon ang marami nitong mamamayan sa Babilonia- kasama si Daniel. Naglingkod si Daniel sa sambahayan ni Nabucodonosor at ilang pang pinuno na sumunod kay Nabucodonosor.