Day 241: Daniel and the Den of Lions (2025)

In this episode of the Bible in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz reads from Jeremiah 24-25, Daniel 6-7, and Proverbs 16:5-8, providing context and insights into the scriptures. He explains that Jeremiah's writings are not strictly chronological and highlights the significance of the vision of the good and bad figs, where those exiled to Babylon are considered the "good figs" because God will use their exile to purify their hearts from idolatry. Fr. Mike also discusses Daniel's unwavering faithfulness in the face of adversity and interprets Daniel's vision of the four beasts as representing successive kingdoms, ultimately leading to the eternal kingdom of God. He emphasizes the importance of remaining faithful to God even in exile, as exemplified by Daniel and his companions.