The Bible portrays Daniel as a prophet for several reasons:
* He received divine revelations: The Book of Daniel is filled with dreams, visions, and prophecies that are explicitly attributed to God. These include predictions about the rise and fall of empires, the coming of the Messiah, and the end times.
* He interpreted dreams and visions: Daniel had the unique ability to understand the hidden meanings behind dreams and visions, particularly those given to King Nebuchadnezzar. This skill was seen as a direct gift from God.
* His prophecies came true: Many of the prophecies recorded in the Book of Daniel have been interpreted as having been fulfilled throughout history, lending credibility to his prophetic abilities.
* He was referred to as a prophet: In the New Testament, Jesus himself refers to Daniel as "Daniel the prophet" (Matthew 24:15), solidifying his status as a prophet within Christian theology.