What do you think?
Rate this book
The Mystery of the Ages
this eye opening book is written by legendary & respected Herbert Armstrong. He is recognized by leaders in government, industry & education around the world, is pastor general of the worldwide Church of God. He began in 0934 & he is now into his 90's & wrote another wonderful book. Chapter 1 Who & what is God? Chapters 2 Mystery of Angels & Evil Spirits Chapter 3 The mystery of man Chapter 4 Mystery of civilization Chapter 5 Mystery of Isreal Chapter 6 Mystery of the church Chapter 7 Mystery of the kingdom of God
381 pages, Paperback
Published January 1, 2005
5 people want to read
About the author
Herbert W. Armstrong
117 books37 followersHerbert W. Armstrong founded the Worldwide Church of God in the late 1930s, as well as Ambassador College (later Ambassador University) in 1946, and was an early pioneer of radio and tele-evangelism, originally taking to the airwaves in the 1930s from Eugene, Oregon. Armstrong preached an eclectic set of theological doctrines and teachings that he claimed came directly from the Bible. These theological doctrines and teachings have been referred to as Armstrongism. His teachings included the interpretation of biblical prophecy in light of British Israelism, and required observance of parts of the covenant Law including seventh-day Sabbath, dietary prohibitions, and the covenant law "Holy Days".
Armstrong proclaimed that behind world events during his lifespan loomed various Biblical prophecies, and that he was called by God as an 'Apostle' and end-time 'Elijah' to proclaim the Gospel of God's Kingdom to the World before the return of Jesus Christ. He also founded the Ambassador International Cultural Foundation, which promoted the arts, humanities, and humanitarian projects. Through his role with the foundation, Armstrong and his advisers met with heads of governments in various nations, for which he described himself as an "ambassador without portfolio for world peace."
Armstrong proclaimed that behind world events during his lifespan loomed various Biblical prophecies, and that he was called by God as an 'Apostle' and end-time 'Elijah' to proclaim the Gospel of God's Kingdom to the World before the return of Jesus Christ. He also founded the Ambassador International Cultural Foundation, which promoted the arts, humanities, and humanitarian projects. Through his role with the foundation, Armstrong and his advisers met with heads of governments in various nations, for which he described himself as an "ambassador without portfolio for world peace."
Ratings & Reviews
Friends & Following
Create a free account to discover what your friends think of this book!
Community Reviews
Displaying 1 of 1 review
February 14, 2026
Armstrongism rejects the doctrines of the Trinity and hell among other unorthodoxies.
Okay, well, I didn't investigate this author before reading two thirds of the way through. Red flags galore ought to have prompted me to do so much sooner but, more interested in finishing than investigating, I continued, wanting to know his thoughts on the Tree of Knowledge of Good & Evil where, alas, he was orthodox.
I prefer not to rate this book highly. There are plenty enough outlandish statements throughout, essentially claiming that he is the only one to have correctly understood the Bible. Many interpretations are unique to him but unsubstantiated herein.
Why read? The one thing I will say in favor of his book is that he treats many important topics that we all ought to think through. I found myself probing within, if not raising a counterpoint to his views, albeit occasionally agreeing, at least recalling what I hold.
Okay, well, I didn't investigate this author before reading two thirds of the way through. Red flags galore ought to have prompted me to do so much sooner but, more interested in finishing than investigating, I continued, wanting to know his thoughts on the Tree of Knowledge of Good & Evil where, alas, he was orthodox.
I prefer not to rate this book highly. There are plenty enough outlandish statements throughout, essentially claiming that he is the only one to have correctly understood the Bible. Many interpretations are unique to him but unsubstantiated herein.
Why read? The one thing I will say in favor of his book is that he treats many important topics that we all ought to think through. I found myself probing within, if not raising a counterpoint to his views, albeit occasionally agreeing, at least recalling what I hold.
Displaying 1 of 1 review