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Judah Maccabee - Part 1: Abomination of Desolation
The Supernatural Story of Hanukkah.A supernatural epic novel about the Abomination of Desolation predicted by the Bible prophet Daniel that was fulfilled in the books of the Maccabees in the Apocrypha.
This is Part 1 of 2 novels.
In Israel, reluctant Jewish mercenary warrior Judah Maccabee falls in love with a beautiful and passionate Greek convert to Judaism, Sophia.
They marry and settle down to start a family around Judah’s four brothers and their father in Jerusalem.
But Judah is faced with the growing oppression of Greek Seleucid king Antiochus Epiphanes, who sets up the Abomination of Desolation in the Jerusalem an altar of idolatry.
Then the king forces the Jews to give up their Torah Scriptures, as well as their religious devotion or they will die.
Judah is forced to make a choice between obedience to the wicked government for peace and safety or obedience to God with the danger of losing his wife, his family, and his country.
Spiritual Warfare At the same time, this story delves into the demonic territorial spirits over Greece, Egypt, and Rome as they masquerade as gods of the nations.
And those fallen angels hate Israel’s God. They are planning a revolt of their own that ties back to the ancient Nephilim in the days of Joshua and before the Flood.
Biblical and Historical ResearchGet the companion book, The Spiritual World of Ancient Israel and Greece to learn the amazing biblical and historical research behind the novel.
Spin-off Series to Chronicles of the NephilimWhat if the pagan gods of the nations were fallen angelic Watchers from God’s throne? Judah Maccabee – Part 1 is part of the series Chronicles of the Watchers that charts the influence of spiritual warfare on human history, just like Chronicles of the Nephilim and Chronicles of the Apocalypse .
This is Part 1 of 2 novels.
In Israel, reluctant Jewish mercenary warrior Judah Maccabee falls in love with a beautiful and passionate Greek convert to Judaism, Sophia.
They marry and settle down to start a family around Judah’s four brothers and their father in Jerusalem.
But Judah is faced with the growing oppression of Greek Seleucid king Antiochus Epiphanes, who sets up the Abomination of Desolation in the Jerusalem an altar of idolatry.
Then the king forces the Jews to give up their Torah Scriptures, as well as their religious devotion or they will die.
Judah is forced to make a choice between obedience to the wicked government for peace and safety or obedience to God with the danger of losing his wife, his family, and his country.
Spiritual Warfare At the same time, this story delves into the demonic territorial spirits over Greece, Egypt, and Rome as they masquerade as gods of the nations.
And those fallen angels hate Israel’s God. They are planning a revolt of their own that ties back to the ancient Nephilim in the days of Joshua and before the Flood.
Biblical and Historical ResearchGet the companion book, The Spiritual World of Ancient Israel and Greece to learn the amazing biblical and historical research behind the novel.
Spin-off Series to Chronicles of the NephilimWhat if the pagan gods of the nations were fallen angelic Watchers from God’s throne? Judah Maccabee – Part 1 is part of the series Chronicles of the Watchers that charts the influence of spiritual warfare on human history, just like Chronicles of the Nephilim and Chronicles of the Apocalypse .
354 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 8, 2024
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About the author
Brian Godawa
110 books387 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."
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February 18, 2025
I really like Brian Godawa's books, having read probably 10-12 of them so far. This one is well written (though with a few errors in the text) and very interesting and informative. That's what I love about historical fiction, especially biblical historical fiction. The author wants to create an authentic view of what life was like during these ancient times, so to that end, he gets pretty graphic at times. Just be aware of that. The demonic "gods" in the stories as well as their human counterparts are beyond despicable and do absolutely disgusting things. Godawa doesn't hold back, so the sensitive reader beware! ;)
May 8, 2025
Um... I gotta say, this book is gritty! Brian Godawa does not hold back. I picked it up because it is about the time in between Old and New Testament, and I was interested to see how he would work with that. He incorporates the spiritual world (the Greek, Roman, and Egyptian gods) and boy are they a nasty bunch! He is very clear on the Romans, and their debauchery. If you get squeamish over stuff like that, might want to walk away from this one. There is s*xual content.
January 11, 2025
Incredible
Another awesome masterpiece from Brian Godawa. I can't stress how well written his books are. So much research and historical and biblical fact woven together with imaginative storytelling to create a masterful tapestry of epic proportions.
Another awesome masterpiece from Brian Godawa. I can't stress how well written his books are. So much research and historical and biblical fact woven together with imaginative storytelling to create a masterful tapestry of epic proportions.
January 16, 2025
What a book!
Brian can't write a bad book! It is so incredible how close he intertwines the bible with his vision of " it could've happened like this". Truly a Wonder to read. I couldn't put the book away. I got my kindle rewards with that one. Now onto #2!
Brian can't write a bad book! It is so incredible how close he intertwines the bible with his vision of " it could've happened like this". Truly a Wonder to read. I couldn't put the book away. I got my kindle rewards with that one. Now onto #2!
February 20, 2025
I don't have the words.
I cannot believe how much I enjoyed this book. It hit all the right notes to keep me engaged. It even inspired me to read 1 Maccabees. The story writes a compelling portrait of one of the more mysterious figures of history, who still casts a shadow today.
I cannot believe how much I enjoyed this book. It hit all the right notes to keep me engaged. It even inspired me to read 1 Maccabees. The story writes a compelling portrait of one of the more mysterious figures of history, who still casts a shadow today.
January 19, 2025
Excellent!
Godawa tells the beginning story of the Maccabees and their commitment to G d.
I look forward to reading Part 2!
Godawa tells the beginning story of the Maccabees and their commitment to G d.
I look forward to reading Part 2!
February 8, 2025
Wow! Fantastic read!!
Another great read. I had to finish it, not put it down! Can hardly wait to read Part 2. I am sure it will be as captivating as Part 1.
Another great read. I had to finish it, not put it down! Can hardly wait to read Part 2. I am sure it will be as captivating as Part 1.
April 17, 2025
Great read…
One of the best reads of the Maccabee’s…well worth the read and hard to put down…can’t wait for part 2.
One of the best reads of the Maccabee’s…well worth the read and hard to put down…can’t wait for part 2.
August 21, 2025
Very good book
Can’t put book down and very storytelling with Hebrew history with Greek mythical characters in the storyline. It’s worthy to read this book!
Can’t put book down and very storytelling with Hebrew history with Greek mythical characters in the storyline. It’s worthy to read this book!
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