What do you think?
Rate this book
Chronicles of the Nephilim #6
Caleb Vigilant
Giant Walls Will Come Tumbling Down.
In this second companion volume to Joshua Valiant, the story of the conquest of the Promised Land of Canaan continues. Moses has died, the Israelites stand poised to invade Canaan. Their first target: The impenetrable mighty walls of Jericho.
But God has been preparing a pagan harlot named Rahab to help Israel. They soon discover through prophecy that she is a crucial link to God's plan of redemption for the Seed of Abraham. And she has fallen in love with an Israelite warrior whose child she bears.
Unfortunately, the Anakim giants of Canaan have also discovered Rahab's identity and have sent assassins to take her out.
At the same time, Joshua and Caleb assault the Anakim stronghold and face the tallest, most ruthless of all giants: The brothers Ahiman, Sheshai and Talmai.
Worse yet, the patron deity of the Anakim is the storm god Ba'al. They're going to need the archangels' help or they haven't got a chance.
This is what the War of the Seed has been building towards.
Part of the Biblical Fantasy Series Chronicles of the Nephilim
Caleb Vigilant is the sixth book of the Biblical Fantasy Series Chronicles of the Nephilim, an epic story that begins with Enoch and Noah and tells the Biblical storyline of the Genesis 6 Nephilim giants, hybrid offspring of the angelic Watchers mating with human women.
In Caleb Vigilant, you'll discover:
* The romantic story of Rahab and how she fits into the plan of the Promised Seed of Abraham.
* How the Nephilim giants of Genesis 6 are related to Israel's conquest of Canaan.
* The legend of the Anakim, Israel's fiercest enemies in Canaan, the Promised Land.
* The story of the infamous giant Anakim warriors, Ahiman, Sheshai and Talmai mentioned in the Bible.
Learn About the Historical and Biblical Research Behind the Novel
Author Godawa shares the scholarly research that undergirds the fictional adventure. Caleb Vigilant as an appendix that explores how the Bible writers used their literary skills to subvert the pagan god Ba'al of Canaan.
Biblical Fantasy Based on History and Ancient Mythology
Caleb Vigilant is written in the spirit of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, blending fantasy and mythopoeia with history to retell the Biblical narrative with a fresh perspective, making it come alive in a new way, while staying true to the original spirit of the Bible story.
It's like connecting the dots and filling in the story between the lines of what the Bible tells us.
In this second companion volume to Joshua Valiant, the story of the conquest of the Promised Land of Canaan continues. Moses has died, the Israelites stand poised to invade Canaan. Their first target: The impenetrable mighty walls of Jericho.
But God has been preparing a pagan harlot named Rahab to help Israel. They soon discover through prophecy that she is a crucial link to God's plan of redemption for the Seed of Abraham. And she has fallen in love with an Israelite warrior whose child she bears.
Unfortunately, the Anakim giants of Canaan have also discovered Rahab's identity and have sent assassins to take her out.
At the same time, Joshua and Caleb assault the Anakim stronghold and face the tallest, most ruthless of all giants: The brothers Ahiman, Sheshai and Talmai.
Worse yet, the patron deity of the Anakim is the storm god Ba'al. They're going to need the archangels' help or they haven't got a chance.
This is what the War of the Seed has been building towards.
Part of the Biblical Fantasy Series Chronicles of the Nephilim
Caleb Vigilant is the sixth book of the Biblical Fantasy Series Chronicles of the Nephilim, an epic story that begins with Enoch and Noah and tells the Biblical storyline of the Genesis 6 Nephilim giants, hybrid offspring of the angelic Watchers mating with human women.
In Caleb Vigilant, you'll discover:
* The romantic story of Rahab and how she fits into the plan of the Promised Seed of Abraham.
* How the Nephilim giants of Genesis 6 are related to Israel's conquest of Canaan.
* The legend of the Anakim, Israel's fiercest enemies in Canaan, the Promised Land.
* The story of the infamous giant Anakim warriors, Ahiman, Sheshai and Talmai mentioned in the Bible.
Learn About the Historical and Biblical Research Behind the Novel
Author Godawa shares the scholarly research that undergirds the fictional adventure. Caleb Vigilant as an appendix that explores how the Bible writers used their literary skills to subvert the pagan god Ba'al of Canaan.
Biblical Fantasy Based on History and Ancient Mythology
Caleb Vigilant is written in the spirit of The Chronicles of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings, blending fantasy and mythopoeia with history to retell the Biblical narrative with a fresh perspective, making it come alive in a new way, while staying true to the original spirit of the Bible story.
It's like connecting the dots and filling in the story between the lines of what the Bible tells us.
328 pages, Paperback
First published November 4, 2013
398 people are currently reading
430 people want to read
About the author
Brian Godawa
110 books385 followersBrian Godawa has been a professional filmmaker, writer, and designer for over 20 years. His creative versatility was born of a passion for both intellect and imagination, both left-brain and right-brain. The result: Brian is an artisan of word, image, and story that engages heart, mind, and soul. Just think, "Renaissance Man."
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 - 30 of 39 reviews
March 26, 2020
I have really enjoyed Godawa’s books and this one did not disappoint. It was especially good in that I was studying the book of Joshua while reading this book as a part of a Bible study I was in and this book just became even more impressive as I saw how it matched up with and filled in the sections where the Bible was silent. As with all these books they make the Bible reading even more impressive and makes me love it more!! Thanks Brian for another great book!! On to the next one!
May 27, 2017
Book six
These books by Brian Godawa are spell binging and full of new knowledge of the ancient world and false gods, known as the fallen angles. Since my study has been in these false gods and demons they spawned through their children I find the new information exciting. I find my walk with my God is a much closer walk.
These books by Brian Godawa are spell binging and full of new knowledge of the ancient world and false gods, known as the fallen angles. Since my study has been in these false gods and demons they spawned through their children I find the new information exciting. I find my walk with my God is a much closer walk.
April 6, 2025
Wow! Just…wow.
I find myself awed by Brian Godawa’s in-depth storytelling, surely a gift of the Holy Spirit in these perilous times we find ourselves in. As I have made my way through “Chronicles of the Nephilim” I have gained greater insight and understanding of the events and people outlined in the pages of the Bible. I can’t wait to begin book 7 “David Ascendant” as I am also currently watching the new series “House of David” on Amazon Prime Video (which I highly recommend as well btw). Thank you so much, Mr. Godawa!
I find myself awed by Brian Godawa’s in-depth storytelling, surely a gift of the Holy Spirit in these perilous times we find ourselves in. As I have made my way through “Chronicles of the Nephilim” I have gained greater insight and understanding of the events and people outlined in the pages of the Bible. I can’t wait to begin book 7 “David Ascendant” as I am also currently watching the new series “House of David” on Amazon Prime Video (which I highly recommend as well btw). Thank you so much, Mr. Godawa!
April 13, 2020
Biblical fiction
I'm learning so much by reading these books. At the same time I am doing my daily bible reading and it has followed right along with the series. With the next book though, there will be a big jump to King David. I hadn't realized before what a big time jump that was. I'm sorry we miss Ruth. I always loved her story. But it is just a love story and no war. So, onwards!
I'm learning so much by reading these books. At the same time I am doing my daily bible reading and it has followed right along with the series. With the next book though, there will be a big jump to King David. I hadn't realized before what a big time jump that was. I'm sorry we miss Ruth. I always loved her story. But it is just a love story and no war. So, onwards!
March 28, 2020
This was another great addition to The Chronicles Of The Nephilim series. I was pleasantly surprised at how prominent of a role Rahab was given in this novel. In The Bible, she only shows up in one brief episode. Israelite spies went into the land, went to Rahab's inn, the spies hid in Rahab's house, which was constructed into the city wall. The men Jericho's king sent to seize the spies asked Rahab to bring them out. Rahab didn't give them away in exchange for Israel sparing her life and the life of her family, which they did. But after this, Rahab disappears from the biblical narrative and doesn't show up again except in genealogies and in Boaz' reference to her in the book of Ruth (since Rahab was Boaz' mother).
I won't give too much away about the backstory that Godawa gave to Rahab as they would be spoilers, but initially, Rahab went by an entirely different name, and I didn't even know that this character was the biblical Rahab until she ended up at Jericho and changed her name to that. It was a twist. I also liked the rationale Godawa gave for why Rahab chose the name Rahab, but I won't give that away either. I'm worried that I'm saying too much as it is.
Moreover, Godawa deals with the moral issue of the extermination of The Canaanites in the form of Satan taking Yahweh to court in Heaven, something Godawa has done in prior novels such as Enoch Primordial and Abraham Allegiant. It was nice to see The Son Of Man refute the claim that so many have lodged against God. This courtroom scene was very much like a debate between a Christian Apologist and an atheist.
The novel, like so many others in the series, is full of action-packed fights between warriors and the Nephilim; the seed of the serpent. It's got romance, drama, some comedy, everything you'd want in a compelling story.
I won't give too much away about the backstory that Godawa gave to Rahab as they would be spoilers, but initially, Rahab went by an entirely different name, and I didn't even know that this character was the biblical Rahab until she ended up at Jericho and changed her name to that. It was a twist. I also liked the rationale Godawa gave for why Rahab chose the name Rahab, but I won't give that away either. I'm worried that I'm saying too much as it is.
Moreover, Godawa deals with the moral issue of the extermination of The Canaanites in the form of Satan taking Yahweh to court in Heaven, something Godawa has done in prior novels such as Enoch Primordial and Abraham Allegiant. It was nice to see The Son Of Man refute the claim that so many have lodged against God. This courtroom scene was very much like a debate between a Christian Apologist and an atheist.
The novel, like so many others in the series, is full of action-packed fights between warriors and the Nephilim; the seed of the serpent. It's got romance, drama, some comedy, everything you'd want in a compelling story.
August 8, 2019
Too much of a sexually driven imagination.
Most people don't read the entire book...and that's probably why many have scored this book 5 stars...I agree that we are fallen and easily lead by our fleshly desires, but Godawa forgot that he has a Christian audience and instead of focusing on the more spiritual and holiness of the union of a man and a woman, he delves on promoting the carnal. Why is there so much focus on Rahab, the prostitute, as a desirous, beauty queen of Godawa's own making? Why is there extreme emphasis in Rahab's seducing tactics and her expertise? Why are the Israelite men depicted as pigs with sex constantly in their minds?
Then, the archangels begin to seem more moronic in their speech and are seeming more like fallen humans than divine beings who commune with God. A little humor is good but this book takes it a little too far.
The Audible version includes a more crude version of the book with cursing and in some instances, blasphemous remarks about God. BEWARE.
Most people don't read the entire book...and that's probably why many have scored this book 5 stars...I agree that we are fallen and easily lead by our fleshly desires, but Godawa forgot that he has a Christian audience and instead of focusing on the more spiritual and holiness of the union of a man and a woman, he delves on promoting the carnal. Why is there so much focus on Rahab, the prostitute, as a desirous, beauty queen of Godawa's own making? Why is there extreme emphasis in Rahab's seducing tactics and her expertise? Why are the Israelite men depicted as pigs with sex constantly in their minds?
Then, the archangels begin to seem more moronic in their speech and are seeming more like fallen humans than divine beings who commune with God. A little humor is good but this book takes it a little too far.
The Audible version includes a more crude version of the book with cursing and in some instances, blasphemous remarks about God. BEWARE.
February 20, 2019
Godawa does not disappoint
I have thoroughly enjoyed, thus far, the Chronicles of the Nephilim. Godawa brings to life the scripture from Genesis to Joshua.
The battles fought by Israel to win the Trans- Jordan, the battles by the archangel to bind Ba'al, the battles of Caleb and Joshua to topple the Anakite brothers are captivating.
The story of Rahab engrossed me. From Nymph, to harlot, to the one chosen to bear the seed. A true story of repentance, forgiveness, redemption.
Godawa makes the hero's of the Christian faith come alive, showing us their weaknesses and strengths. The greatest strength of all is their faith in Yahweh.
I have thoroughly enjoyed, thus far, the Chronicles of the Nephilim. Godawa brings to life the scripture from Genesis to Joshua.
The battles fought by Israel to win the Trans- Jordan, the battles by the archangel to bind Ba'al, the battles of Caleb and Joshua to topple the Anakite brothers are captivating.
The story of Rahab engrossed me. From Nymph, to harlot, to the one chosen to bear the seed. A true story of repentance, forgiveness, redemption.
Godawa makes the hero's of the Christian faith come alive, showing us their weaknesses and strengths. The greatest strength of all is their faith in Yahweh.
April 3, 2020
Awesome story continued...
I love this whole series. As I've said in previous reviews of earlier books in the series, the Chronicles of the Nephilim books have helped me to understand the cultures of the ancient world of the Bible so much better! And getting a better cultural understanding helps illuminate the Scripture. I understand this is fiction, but the one thing I didn't like about this book is how the archangels are portrayed as less powerful than the Watcher gods. That part was difficult for me to swallow.
I love this whole series. As I've said in previous reviews of earlier books in the series, the Chronicles of the Nephilim books have helped me to understand the cultures of the ancient world of the Bible so much better! And getting a better cultural understanding helps illuminate the Scripture. I understand this is fiction, but the one thing I didn't like about this book is how the archangels are portrayed as less powerful than the Watcher gods. That part was difficult for me to swallow.
August 14, 2020
Again I’m left wanting by the showdown with the primary adversary. In Joshua it was Ashtart, in Caleb it’s Baal. The fight with Baal is short and descriptions focus around the snake. I never got a clear picture in my mind for how Baal fights or how he dominates, or why the four archangels were cautious of even being able to defeat him.
I liked the brothers Arba and each of their eventual downfall, though again with Ahiman’s defeat by Caleb, it seemed too easy.
Those critiques aside, I have enjoyed the intertwining of biblical narrative with fictitious characters and interactions.
I liked the brothers Arba and each of their eventual downfall, though again with Ahiman’s defeat by Caleb, it seemed too easy.
Those critiques aside, I have enjoyed the intertwining of biblical narrative with fictitious characters and interactions.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 21, 2023
Great Read
This book goes along with the Joshua Vigilant book. I love his version of Rehab! She is a strong character and she's bold and aggressive and beautiful but still feminine! Bravo! Caleb was brought to light and given the forefront so we can see what he really may have been like. He is compassionate
, fierce, devoted to God and just a great guy! The angels make me laugh! I love how Brian gave them so much sarcasm and humor, too many people thing angels and God are stoic and no personality...I think quite the opposite! Great job!!
This book goes along with the Joshua Vigilant book. I love his version of Rehab! She is a strong character and she's bold and aggressive and beautiful but still feminine! Bravo! Caleb was brought to light and given the forefront so we can see what he really may have been like. He is compassionate
, fierce, devoted to God and just a great guy! The angels make me laugh! I love how Brian gave them so much sarcasm and humor, too many people thing angels and God are stoic and no personality...I think quite the opposite! Great job!!
July 23, 2021
Caleb Vigilant (Chronicles of the Nephilim Book 6) by Brian Godawa
Because as I was reading it my vision was coming in and I'm beginning to picture the events. They prayed to Yahweh, they fought, they bled, some died together. It was a brutal bloody war. They defeated the giants and inherited the land that Yahweh promised them. Now I can't wait to read about David Ascendant. Thank you Brian Godawa.
Because as I was reading it my vision was coming in and I'm beginning to picture the events. They prayed to Yahweh, they fought, they bled, some died together. It was a brutal bloody war. They defeated the giants and inherited the land that Yahweh promised them. Now I can't wait to read about David Ascendant. Thank you Brian Godawa.
May 12, 2024
Book 6 in the series was just as suspenseful and exciting as the previous book. Caleb Vigilant is the immediate sequel to Joshua Valiant book 5, so these 2 books should be read together for character continuity!!
The author includes an appendix where he discusses his research behind this book. I spent hours looking up the Bible verse references in the Hebrew and Greek and was intrigued with what I found - there IS a deviation in modern translations from the original Hebrew words!
The author includes an appendix where he discusses his research behind this book. I spent hours looking up the Bible verse references in the Hebrew and Greek and was intrigued with what I found - there IS a deviation in modern translations from the original Hebrew words!
February 12, 2024
Must read
Brian outdid himself in storytelling with this book. I enjoyed it from beginning to the end. As with the others I have gained much understanding concerning spiritual warfare. But I had lots of laughter imagining satan in the courts of heaven. In my minds eye, I saw it all and took in a pronounced all the legal terminology with much relish. It was joy reading this book.
Brian outdid himself in storytelling with this book. I enjoyed it from beginning to the end. As with the others I have gained much understanding concerning spiritual warfare. But I had lots of laughter imagining satan in the courts of heaven. In my minds eye, I saw it all and took in a pronounced all the legal terminology with much relish. It was joy reading this book.
December 14, 2018
Beyond belief
Unsure as to how I feel about this book . I like it because of its great imagination and building on old Testament characters.
However, for me, the accuracy of the demon hierarchy is still
Pit. A fascinating book nonetheless.
Unsure as to how I feel about this book . I like it because of its great imagination and building on old Testament characters.
However, for me, the accuracy of the demon hierarchy is still
Pit. A fascinating book nonetheless.
March 16, 2019
Brian really puts you there and I love the biblical and historical research put into this. There are actual Giant skulls in Arizona when the jawline is placed next to a modern persons it looks like a child. Race of giants could be!
December 27, 2019
I’ve read all of these books so far. I like them because they have a slightly different take on Bible stories. I realize he has mixed in some others culture’s stories with Bible stories. I will continue to read the series, because I want to see what happens next.
February 18, 2020
Ripping good yarns!
I am so pleased to find a writer of Christian/Biblical fiction who knows how to tell a great story! I picked up the first in the series and seven books later, I am still anxiously anticipating what comes next!
I am so pleased to find a writer of Christian/Biblical fiction who knows how to tell a great story! I picked up the first in the series and seven books later, I am still anxiously anticipating what comes next!
June 9, 2021
Great read
Whew! I was on the edge the whole book. That was intense! The battles were awesome. I enjoy how the story emphasizes the war between the seed of man and the seed of the serpent. all in all, that's really what it all comes down to. Joshua was a great ride!
Christa
Whew! I was on the edge the whole book. That was intense! The battles were awesome. I enjoy how the story emphasizes the war between the seed of man and the seed of the serpent. all in all, that's really what it all comes down to. Joshua was a great ride!
Christa
October 23, 2021
Another great title
I have enjoyed all of Brian's books. He brings such adventure and life to the biblical stories. Great for the average Christian who wants to go deeper but may not have a taste for the more academic works.
I have enjoyed all of Brian's books. He brings such adventure and life to the biblical stories. Great for the average Christian who wants to go deeper but may not have a taste for the more academic works.
August 18, 2024
Another great read!
This is a fantastic series. Each one is a page turner; you just have to read what happens next and keep going. I strongly recommend these books. Excited to start the next one.
This is a fantastic series. Each one is a page turner; you just have to read what happens next and keep going. I strongly recommend these books. Excited to start the next one.
July 20, 2018
Amazing
I learned so much in this story. About several things, but especially about faith and trust in God. I can’t wait to read the next book !!
I learned so much in this story. About several things, but especially about faith and trust in God. I can’t wait to read the next book !!
September 15, 2018
Too good
What a series. Any one who wants a better understanding of the bib!e needs these books amazing source work too.
What a series. Any one who wants a better understanding of the bib!e needs these books amazing source work too.
October 21, 2018
One of my favorite series ever.
December 12, 2019
I had quit after Joshua, the books were not holding my attention anymore. Eventually came back and so glad I did! This one was great! Beautifully done redemption story.
June 23, 2021
Great storytelling - it brought the Bible to life
July 25, 2021
Continued series greatness.
Godawa is a master of his craft. I have learned so much from these highly enjoyable, what I consider historical fiction, books.
Godawa is a master of his craft. I have learned so much from these highly enjoyable, what I consider historical fiction, books.
August 4, 2021
This had so many battles
This book was full of so many battles. I was on the edge of my seat more than once. So much going on. Things really sped up. Still really good though.
This book was full of so many battles. I was on the edge of my seat more than once. So much going on. Things really sped up. Still really good though.
January 19, 2024
Fabulous
I love all these books, but Joshua and Caleb are two of my favorites right after Noah. I wish there were books on Issac, Jacob, and Joseph.
I love all these books, but Joshua and Caleb are two of my favorites right after Noah. I wish there were books on Issac, Jacob, and Joseph.
February 24, 2024
HD hmmm
Nab FB x FB usher NJ I'm kg Silk in lol Kashmir in mhm HD doc NJ hmmm login hug DC I'm Silk th g sum
Nab FB x FB usher NJ I'm kg Silk in lol Kashmir in mhm HD doc NJ hmmm login hug DC I'm Silk th g sum
March 3, 2024
I honestly feel like I'm just reading this series for the author's notes
Displaying 1 - 30 of 39 reviews