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When Giants Were upon the Earth

The Watchers, the Nephilim, and the Cosmic War of the Seed

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When Giants Were upon the Earth

By: Brian Godawa
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An Exploration of the Strange and Odd Supernatural Things in the Bible

The supernatural epic Bible novel series Chronicles of the Nephilim has changed the landscape of Evangelical imagination.

Now, author Brian Godawa shares the Biblical and ancient historical research that undergirds the novels.

For those who want serious study of the topics of Genesis 6, the Watchers, Nephilim, Sons of God, fallen angels, Spiritual Warfare, and the Biblical Cosmic War of the Seed.

A Foreword by Michael Heiser

The Book of Enoch: Scripture, Heresy or What?

Bonus Chapter. How influential the ancient book of Enoch has been on the Church and the New Testament.

Sons of God (Expanded)

Are the Sons of God in Genesis 6 angels, Sethites or divine kings?

The Nephilim (Expanded)

This chapter explores everywhere giants appear in the Bible.

Leviathan

The notion of a sea dragon of chaos is universal in the ancient Near East and the Bible. What is its theological meaning?

Mesopotamian Cosmic Geography in the Bible

Did the Bible writers assume the ancient Mesopotamian view of a flat earth supported by pillars over an Underworld with a solid dome overhead?

Retelling Bible Stories and Mythic Imagination

Ancient Jewish writers retold Bible stories to bring meaning to their world.

Gilgamesh and the Bible

A look at what the ancient Epic of Gilgamesh has in common with the Bible.

In Defense of Ancient Traditions

The legends behind the Tower of Babel and Nimrod. The ancient book of Jasher.

Mythical Monsters in the Bible

A look at mythical creatures in the Bible: Satyrs, centaurs, Lilith, winged fiery serpents, and Azazel. Famous Biblical giants.

Canaanite Baal and Old Testament Storytelling Polemics

How Bible writers subverted Canaanite Baal to elevate Yahweh as the true God.

Goliath was Not Alone

A closer look at Goliath. But there are five other giants who hunted David. And who were the Lion Men of Moab?

Jesus and the Cosmic War

Satan as “god of this world.” Christ’s war on the Watchers. Christ’s descent into Sheol with victory over the Powers.

The Geography of Hades

A look into the underworld as presented in pagan myths, and the Bible. Gehenna, Sheol.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2014 Brian Godawa (P)2014 Brian Godawa
Fantasy War Middle East Tradition Spiritual Warfare Bible
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I listened to this book before starting the Nephilim trilogy, in order to get a sense of the source material Godawa draws from. Whether or not you plan to read any of his fictional works, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into the cultural worldview of the biblical writers—and it will almost certainly surprise you.

As a screenwriter and film producer creating Christian content, I’m deeply committed to avoiding dogma in my work. I believe we should seek to understand what the Bible actually says, rather than shaping it to fit our preconceptions.

As an avid follower of Dr. Michael S. Heiser—an expert in the Hebrew Bible and ancient Semitic languages—I found that Godawa in the same manner provides a solid and thought-provoking introduction to the biblical landscape and its surrounding cultural context.

That said, if you’re content with a sanitized or superficial reading of Scripture and prefer to avoid challenging new perspectives, this eye-opener may not be for you.
I recommend this book for all who want to get a more intimate relation to the surrounding biblical culture.

Roger Gihlemoen.
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A deeper cultural understanding

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