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First six chapters historic. Chapters 7-12 contain the earliest model of apocalyptic literature. Largely acknowledged in N. T. (Matt. 24:15; Luke 1:19,26; Heb. 11:33-34). “The Song of the Three Holy Children,” “History of Susanna,” and “History of Bel and the Dragon,” are apocryphal additions to Daniel’s writings.