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Psalm 82: The Divine Council of the Gods, the Judgment of the Watchers and the Inheritance of the Nations
The Shocking Biblical Truth Behind the Most Mysterious PsalmBest-selling Christian author Brian Godawa examines Psalm 82 to reveal its fascinating storyline of the Sons of God who surround the heavenly throne.
They’re more than just angels. Way more.
This booklet is author Godawa’s biblical proof for the narrative he follows in his two best-selling series Chronicles of the Nephilim and Chronicles of the Apocalypse.
The Divine Council of the GodsFirst, Godawa examines the amazing Biblical truth that God has a myriad of divine beings that surround his throne, counsel with God, and carry out his decisions.
The Judgment of the WatchersBut then God gives the Gentile nations over to be ruled by some of these divine beings, who are also called Watchers.
The Watchers rule unjustly and become false gods. As a result God promises to punish them by taking away their immortality.
The Inheritance of the NationsAnd all of this will be accomplished through Messiah, who would take back the nations from the Watchers.
But when did all this happen? And where?
Get this booklet and you’ll find the answers that will open up a storyline in the Bible that will change your life.
They’re more than just angels. Way more.
This booklet is author Godawa’s biblical proof for the narrative he follows in his two best-selling series Chronicles of the Nephilim and Chronicles of the Apocalypse.
The Divine Council of the GodsFirst, Godawa examines the amazing Biblical truth that God has a myriad of divine beings that surround his throne, counsel with God, and carry out his decisions.
The Judgment of the WatchersBut then God gives the Gentile nations over to be ruled by some of these divine beings, who are also called Watchers.
The Watchers rule unjustly and become false gods. As a result God promises to punish them by taking away their immortality.
The Inheritance of the NationsAnd all of this will be accomplished through Messiah, who would take back the nations from the Watchers.
But when did all this happen? And where?
Get this booklet and you’ll find the answers that will open up a storyline in the Bible that will change your life.
106 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 10, 2018
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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."
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September 26, 2020
Positional Truth
I like Godawa’s book but I believe that he has missed a very powerful point. He says that the judgement of the Divine Council, Watchers, etc. took place at the destruction of the temple. In Hebrews 2:8 KJV “Thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that he put all in subjection under him, he left nothing that is not put under him. But now we see not yet all things put under him.”
I believe this takes place fully in the future at “the manifestation of the sons of God”. All creation is longing for this because it will be then that the Cosmos is put back in order and taken from the evil Fallen Ones.
I like Godawa’s book but I believe that he has missed a very powerful point. He says that the judgement of the Divine Council, Watchers, etc. took place at the destruction of the temple. In Hebrews 2:8 KJV “Thou hast put all things in subjection under his feet. For in that he put all in subjection under him, he left nothing that is not put under him. But now we see not yet all things put under him.”
I believe this takes place fully in the future at “the manifestation of the sons of God”. All creation is longing for this because it will be then that the Cosmos is put back in order and taken from the evil Fallen Ones.
June 2, 2020
Spoilers
I am glad the author is tackling this subject matter. I disagree with his belief that the "end times" mentioned by Peter and Paul is a intermediate period between the resurrection of Christ, and the destruction of the temple. The implication that the events of Revelation has already played out is not found in scripture. I disagree with the belief that principalities and satan are already destroyed doesn't match my experience.
I am glad the author is tackling this subject matter. I disagree with his belief that the "end times" mentioned by Peter and Paul is a intermediate period between the resurrection of Christ, and the destruction of the temple. The implication that the events of Revelation has already played out is not found in scripture. I disagree with the belief that principalities and satan are already destroyed doesn't match my experience.
June 6, 2019
Starts strong then goes off the rails
Godawa provides interesting and accurate information on the Sons of God/heavenly council but really goes off the rails forcing the whole thing into his Preterist eschatology. If you ignore his attempt to let the End of the Ages at the 70 AD destruction of the temple and concentrate on the info regarding the Powers and Principalities you can learn something.
Godawa provides interesting and accurate information on the Sons of God/heavenly council but really goes off the rails forcing the whole thing into his Preterist eschatology. If you ignore his attempt to let the End of the Ages at the 70 AD destruction of the temple and concentrate on the info regarding the Powers and Principalities you can learn something.
March 18, 2019
More...
I have read the entire bible ten times...different versions, english and spanish, and recently in the last two years, bibles with hebrew integration. I really want to know who YHVH is.
I have gone from one church to another in search of truth, and just when I think I've found truth, (mind you, I've been asking the Lord in prayer to lead me to His truth and to not let me fall into spiritual dormancy nor into men's doctrines), the Lord pulls me in a different direction.
Pastors don't seem to have the answers for my questions, and then, often times strive to instill an explanation not coherent with the Bible. A lot of our spiritual ignorance is due to pastors misleading us, but it's also our fault for not reading the Word consistently and year after year.
It was because of evangelical pastors that I wouldn't read the Book of Enoch, and they are the reason also that I became a "judge" against it. Brian Godawa along with Michael Heiser have made see biblical interpretation through the Book of Enoch's explanation...now I understand more of the mysteries surrounding the SONS OF GOD, AZAZEL, THE NEPHILIM, THE FORBIDDEN ARTS, THE FLOOD, BABEL, THE 70 NATIONS, etc.
I can't thank them enough for their insight.
I have read the entire bible ten times...different versions, english and spanish, and recently in the last two years, bibles with hebrew integration. I really want to know who YHVH is.
I have gone from one church to another in search of truth, and just when I think I've found truth, (mind you, I've been asking the Lord in prayer to lead me to His truth and to not let me fall into spiritual dormancy nor into men's doctrines), the Lord pulls me in a different direction.
Pastors don't seem to have the answers for my questions, and then, often times strive to instill an explanation not coherent with the Bible. A lot of our spiritual ignorance is due to pastors misleading us, but it's also our fault for not reading the Word consistently and year after year.
It was because of evangelical pastors that I wouldn't read the Book of Enoch, and they are the reason also that I became a "judge" against it. Brian Godawa along with Michael Heiser have made see biblical interpretation through the Book of Enoch's explanation...now I understand more of the mysteries surrounding the SONS OF GOD, AZAZEL, THE NEPHILIM, THE FORBIDDEN ARTS, THE FLOOD, BABEL, THE 70 NATIONS, etc.
I can't thank them enough for their insight.
February 4, 2021
I first became acquainted with Brian Godawa through the writings of Michael Heiser, and I have read 3 or 4 of his "Chronicles of the Nephilim" series. I know that he is a screenwriter, but I have not been able to find any of his educational background. He is to be admired for tackling this subject, and it is one that several have avoided. I think there are a few things I disagree with: (1) I don't believe that the last days ended with the destruction of the temple in 70, and (2) I don't believe that all the books of the New Testament were written before 70, and (3) I'm not sure that the destruction of Jerusalem and the Temple is as significant as he wants it to be. One thing I don't know, and will have to study, is that I have never heard this particular view of Scripture and the supernatural referred to as "Christus Victor." I have heard "Christus Victor" used in reference to a particular view of the atonement, that would fit in this view, but not used for the whole view. It is obvious that he has immersed himself with this subject, and has a passion for it -- I just hope that he is not consumed buy it, that he misses the bigger picture.
June 3, 2018
End of Days
This was an excellent lesson on the transitional period from the old covenant to the new. I had not realized that period was viewed by the early church fathers as "the end of Days" for the old covenant. It makes sense. The book was clear, well written, and thought-provoking. I'm not sure I agree with the author's take on the role of demons in our present time. I worked thirty five years as a psychiatric nurse and I can state from experience that there are the mentally sick, and the evil sick that are far beyond just evil. Scripture says that God turns certain sinners over to a reprobate mind. Toward the end of the book, I wanted the writer to continue - what about thyue war in heaven described in Revelation? The devil and his angels are cast out of heaven; is that still in the future? What about the angels released from the Euphrates River that go forth to kill? As I said, this book answered a lot of my questions, but caused many more. One thing about it, I was really glad that I had already read some of Michael Heiser's books.
This was an excellent lesson on the transitional period from the old covenant to the new. I had not realized that period was viewed by the early church fathers as "the end of Days" for the old covenant. It makes sense. The book was clear, well written, and thought-provoking. I'm not sure I agree with the author's take on the role of demons in our present time. I worked thirty five years as a psychiatric nurse and I can state from experience that there are the mentally sick, and the evil sick that are far beyond just evil. Scripture says that God turns certain sinners over to a reprobate mind. Toward the end of the book, I wanted the writer to continue - what about thyue war in heaven described in Revelation? The devil and his angels are cast out of heaven; is that still in the future? What about the angels released from the Euphrates River that go forth to kill? As I said, this book answered a lot of my questions, but caused many more. One thing about it, I was really glad that I had already read some of Michael Heiser's books.
April 20, 2022
Makes a lot of sense but...
There were some points that gave me pause. Most of what he purports in this book is not what I was taught to believe, but it makes a lot of sense to me, and aligns better with scripture than what I was taught. This book is the non-fiction accompaniment to his novels, Chronicles of the Nephilim, Chronicles of the Apocalypse, and Chronicles of the Watchers. He makes a case that Revelation was fully fulfilled in the first century, which I don't agree with. I think it was ONE fulfillment of it. He also says that the Watchers were destroyed in the first century, at the culmination of the Old Covenent, when the temple was destroyed. At first I disagreed strongly with what he seemed to be asserting, but by the end, after he explained everything, I felt like it pretty much all made sense, save a couple details. I've read that Nephilim and the Apocalypse Chronicles, all of which were quite eye opening and made for a pretty big paradigm shift for me. This book does the same.
There were some points that gave me pause. Most of what he purports in this book is not what I was taught to believe, but it makes a lot of sense to me, and aligns better with scripture than what I was taught. This book is the non-fiction accompaniment to his novels, Chronicles of the Nephilim, Chronicles of the Apocalypse, and Chronicles of the Watchers. He makes a case that Revelation was fully fulfilled in the first century, which I don't agree with. I think it was ONE fulfillment of it. He also says that the Watchers were destroyed in the first century, at the culmination of the Old Covenent, when the temple was destroyed. At first I disagreed strongly with what he seemed to be asserting, but by the end, after he explained everything, I felt like it pretty much all made sense, save a couple details. I've read that Nephilim and the Apocalypse Chronicles, all of which were quite eye opening and made for a pretty big paradigm shift for me. This book does the same.
March 5, 2018
I have read quite a bit of Godawa's material in the past couple years, and continue to be impressed more and more, as is the case with this sort writing. What we have here is a quick read, a introduction to the Psalm 82, divine council worldview of the ancient Hebrews.
While this may be introductory (compared to like the works of Heiser), it still provides a wealth of information to chew on, and presents the topic in an easy to understand way with little to no room for debate. As he says early on, this view is life changing to your theological world (as it was to mine years ago). You'll never look at scripture the same way again, as you piece together a storyline of the supernatural realm in scripture that often goes unnoticed to most readers. Highly recommended as a good starting point on this topic.
While this may be introductory (compared to like the works of Heiser), it still provides a wealth of information to chew on, and presents the topic in an easy to understand way with little to no room for debate. As he says early on, this view is life changing to your theological world (as it was to mine years ago). You'll never look at scripture the same way again, as you piece together a storyline of the supernatural realm in scripture that often goes unnoticed to most readers. Highly recommended as a good starting point on this topic.
August 18, 2020
Brian Godawa has taken the scriptural passage of Psalm 82 and conducted an in-depth study on the "sons of god." In this mini-book, Godawa tackles the myths & misconceptions and truths of who and what were the "sons of god." He begins with the celestial beginning and heavenly roles that the beings had and their service to God. He also delineates the fall of some them who became "the watchers." He deals with "the watchers" or '"fallen ones" by pointing out that while they fell and were disciplined by God yet they still retain their angelic powers. True, their appearances and positions have changed they await their final judgement at the End of Days. Their continuing intent is also laid out and their evil plans and historical interaction with humans are reviewed and detailed. Godawa relies heavily on scripture to illustrate the judgement and disciplining of the "sons of God." This is a solid scholarly book that must be read slowly for it is a work of detail.
January 15, 2021
Mind Opening
After reading this book, I won't probably read the Bible in the same mindset as before, for it expands on the topic of the heavenly host seen all throughout the Bible. I've listened to Michael S. Heiser talk on the topic (though I'm a visual learner and not so much a listener), so I want to read his books next, but this short book it's like the intro to me in this topic.
I found the language easy to understand, and easy to follow. Nonetheless, albeit I had read some commentaries before reading the book, I too find it somewhat doubtful at the end. I'm not going to say is all wrong neither right. I need to further investigate that about "the old times" and research in order for me to shed light on these things the author said. It was nice reading it though.
After reading this book, I won't probably read the Bible in the same mindset as before, for it expands on the topic of the heavenly host seen all throughout the Bible. I've listened to Michael S. Heiser talk on the topic (though I'm a visual learner and not so much a listener), so I want to read his books next, but this short book it's like the intro to me in this topic.
I found the language easy to understand, and easy to follow. Nonetheless, albeit I had read some commentaries before reading the book, I too find it somewhat doubtful at the end. I'm not going to say is all wrong neither right. I need to further investigate that about "the old times" and research in order for me to shed light on these things the author said. It was nice reading it though.
November 12, 2025
Interesting Read
I enjoyed reading this and gained a lot of insight. I liked that Brian used the Bible extensively throughout the book. I lost interest when Brian tried to make the case that the Watchers had been executed and explained away the scripture of our ongoing wrestling with spiritual forces as being a transitory experience described by Paul that ended in 70 AD. I lump that with other teachings denying the promises of God through an artificial argument. Those spirits are not dead, but they have lost their authority. So now they reek havoc through lies until faithful believers resist them through the authority of our Risen Lord.
I enjoyed reading this and gained a lot of insight. I liked that Brian used the Bible extensively throughout the book. I lost interest when Brian tried to make the case that the Watchers had been executed and explained away the scripture of our ongoing wrestling with spiritual forces as being a transitory experience described by Paul that ended in 70 AD. I lump that with other teachings denying the promises of God through an artificial argument. Those spirits are not dead, but they have lost their authority. So now they reek havoc through lies until faithful believers resist them through the authority of our Risen Lord.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
June 25, 2018
Excellent
Godawa has put together an excellent theological treatise on the Deuteronomy 32 world view as espoused by Dr. Michael Hauser as well as the subject of the Divine Council. This book really helped me piece together a lot of my own struggles with how all of this fits into the Biblical narrative and the here and now that we live in as Christ followers. I've already purchased his book on End Times Prophecy so I can keep diving into this author / theologian's awesome work.
Godawa has put together an excellent theological treatise on the Deuteronomy 32 world view as espoused by Dr. Michael Hauser as well as the subject of the Divine Council. This book really helped me piece together a lot of my own struggles with how all of this fits into the Biblical narrative and the here and now that we live in as Christ followers. I've already purchased his book on End Times Prophecy so I can keep diving into this author / theologian's awesome work.
November 2, 2019
Fresh Perspective
Well written. A different perspective on Psalm 82 that offers insight and realism to Biblical events while retaining reverence and scriptural integrity. Bible readers tend to speculate about how Biblical events would have appeared to observers and participants. This book goes a long way toward moving scripture from the realm of speculation and opinion into the realm of what we consider to be everyday reality, reducing some of the abstract nature in the process.
Well written. A different perspective on Psalm 82 that offers insight and realism to Biblical events while retaining reverence and scriptural integrity. Bible readers tend to speculate about how Biblical events would have appeared to observers and participants. This book goes a long way toward moving scripture from the realm of speculation and opinion into the realm of what we consider to be everyday reality, reducing some of the abstract nature in the process.
February 22, 2020
They didn't teach this in Sunday School!
Why is this not at the top of the list of subjects to be taught in our churches? How Yahweh has dealt with his heavenly and earthly family in the past is relevant today and to our future! This is spiritual manna we need to sustain us. The coming of the Messiah changed everything and will continually change as the kingdom of God on earth grows. This is spiritual manna for today. This should be part of a worldwide revolutionary bible studies series for serious bible students.
Why is this not at the top of the list of subjects to be taught in our churches? How Yahweh has dealt with his heavenly and earthly family in the past is relevant today and to our future! This is spiritual manna we need to sustain us. The coming of the Messiah changed everything and will continually change as the kingdom of God on earth grows. This is spiritual manna for today. This should be part of a worldwide revolutionary bible studies series for serious bible students.
March 19, 2018
Phenomenal! Any book that makes me wanna spend more time in the Bible is a great book but this one makes me think and analyze what I read. It takes the divine council of God and breaks it down in laymen’s terms. Everything by Godawa is spectacular, especially his movie To End All Wars and his Chronicles of the Nephilim series. This book is kinda the theological and exegetical foundation for many of his fiction works. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to understand their Bible better!!
October 25, 2018
Easy to follow and makes it sensible to receive as true. I want to read more of his books to get a good grip on all he writes about.
There is so much good solidly backed information seen in a way that shines as truth that is missed when read in the Bible without the links provided in the way that this author does it. Very interesting and am going right to his end times books.
There is so much good solidly backed information seen in a way that shines as truth that is missed when read in the Bible without the links provided in the way that this author does it. Very interesting and am going right to his end times books.
November 22, 2020
The Shocking Biblical Truth Behind the Most Mysterious Psalm 82 A fascinating storyline of the Sons of God who surround the heavenly throne. They’re more than just angels. Way more.
So good I had to read it two times. I'm sure I'll have to read it again. I knew some of the things recorded in this book, Brian tied it all together for me. He pulls back the spiritual curtain for us to look in. Very good.
So good I had to read it two times. I'm sure I'll have to read it again. I knew some of the things recorded in this book, Brian tied it all together for me. He pulls back the spiritual curtain for us to look in. Very good.
January 24, 2021
Succinct and compelling exegesis of Psalm 82, expressing much of what I've been pondering lately.
I'm not entirely sure I agree with every facet of his summary, but he certainly does a great job of bringing together perspectives I've picked up in part from other authors and scholars.
There aren't enough partial-preterists writing today, so I'm happy to have found this author. Looking forward to reading more of his work.
I'm not entirely sure I agree with every facet of his summary, but he certainly does a great job of bringing together perspectives I've picked up in part from other authors and scholars.
There aren't enough partial-preterists writing today, so I'm happy to have found this author. Looking forward to reading more of his work.
May 7, 2019
Amazing and very interesting read.
I Highly recommend this book to anyone whom is curious to go into more depth about the meaning of Psalms 82. I have purchased other titles from this author looking forward to reading them. Brian Godawa thank you for choosing to go further into parts of the Bible that some of us want to understand better.
I Highly recommend this book to anyone whom is curious to go into more depth about the meaning of Psalms 82. I have purchased other titles from this author looking forward to reading them. Brian Godawa thank you for choosing to go further into parts of the Bible that some of us want to understand better.
May 29, 2021
Interesting information
I think some of what the author explains makes sense. I like that he uses other references and explains some of the word translation. I’m sure this could have been more in depth. It leaves many questions and instills a desire for ones own search for their truth.
I think some of what the author explains makes sense. I like that he uses other references and explains some of the word translation. I’m sure this could have been more in depth. It leaves many questions and instills a desire for ones own search for their truth.
September 26, 2021
Good read.
This is a well written book that gives a good introduction to the concept of the devine counsel and their interactions with God and mankind.
All Christians who desire to understand the written word of God should have this basic understanding and Mr Godawa presents it in a plain understandable way.
This is a well written book that gives a good introduction to the concept of the devine counsel and their interactions with God and mankind.
All Christians who desire to understand the written word of God should have this basic understanding and Mr Godawa presents it in a plain understandable way.
January 28, 2025
Great info
The things Brian covers in this book have a real relevance to our understanding of the Deuteronomy 32 worldview. There are several points he makes that offers another perspective of Psa!m 82 that are worth pondering, many of which I had not before. I can't wait to read more of his work, and I also enjoy hearing him on the VTFB podcasts also.
The things Brian covers in this book have a real relevance to our understanding of the Deuteronomy 32 worldview. There are several points he makes that offers another perspective of Psa!m 82 that are worth pondering, many of which I had not before. I can't wait to read more of his work, and I also enjoy hearing him on the VTFB podcasts also.
October 16, 2025
Helpful and Clarifying
Trying to understand the whole Genesis 6 passage raises many questions. However, Mr. Godawa in this book brings excellent exegesis and clarity as well as an understanding of our Savior's finished work to the subject. It was extremely helpful to me as a pastor and teacher. I highly recommend it not only to be read,but to be thoroughly digested!!!
Trying to understand the whole Genesis 6 passage raises many questions. However, Mr. Godawa in this book brings excellent exegesis and clarity as well as an understanding of our Savior's finished work to the subject. It was extremely helpful to me as a pastor and teacher. I highly recommend it not only to be read,but to be thoroughly digested!!!
November 15, 2021
psalm 82: the Devine council of the Gods,…
This book helped me tremendously to understand the meaning of the scriptures as they relate to our world in 2021. Thank you Brian Godawa for your expertise.
This book helped me tremendously to understand the meaning of the scriptures as they relate to our world in 2021. Thank you Brian Godawa for your expertise.
September 15, 2022
Good analysis of Psalm 82 , plus 30 AD to 70 AD incites.
Not all will agree with the eschatology presented in the book, however, this is definitely worth a listen and/or read to expand one's knowledge of the Psalms 82 & 32 biblical worldview.
Not all will agree with the eschatology presented in the book, however, this is definitely worth a listen and/or read to expand one's knowledge of the Psalms 82 & 32 biblical worldview.
February 1, 2023
I just don't get what support the author has for AD70 Temple destruction being a significant time. Yes, there was historical action, but to transmit this to heavenly actions is not supported. Always very thin
February 13, 2023
Problematic
Godawa does a pretty good job of simplifying Mike Heiser’s divine council worldview but when he later branches out I find his conclusions dubious and unsupported by scripture. Also, this Kindle book contains only a fraction of the audio book.
Godawa does a pretty good job of simplifying Mike Heiser’s divine council worldview but when he later branches out I find his conclusions dubious and unsupported by scripture. Also, this Kindle book contains only a fraction of the audio book.
April 18, 2018
Thought Provoking
I love reading and learning different ideas or views on the Bible. I really enjoyed this book. I tend to visualize what I read. It was very informative for me.
I love reading and learning different ideas or views on the Bible. I really enjoyed this book. I tend to visualize what I read. It was very informative for me.
July 15, 2018
Enlightening
Enlightenment, information. It challenges my thoughts on this scripture pa 82. I recommend it. Also, easy to get through. Thanks
Enlightenment, information. It challenges my thoughts on this scripture pa 82. I recommend it. Also, easy to get through. Thanks
February 6, 2019
Great information in this book
Very good read that has you looking at the bible in some new light I enjoyed this book very much
Very good read that has you looking at the bible in some new light I enjoyed this book very much
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