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Moses: Against the Gods of Egypt
The most beloved story of Israel’s deliverer and the Exodus as you’ve never read it before in a novel. Fully biblical and fully researched in its ancient Egyptian context. A standalone novel of spiritual warfare, fatherhood and the triumph of love from the Bible. We all think we know the Moses adopted by Pharaoh, discovering his Hebrew identity, fleeing to Midian, falling in love with Zipporah and building a family. And then Moses being called by Yahweh to return to Egypt to face Pharaoh and bring his people out of slavery. But Pharaoh is not the only villain Moses must face. The ten plagues are Yahweh’s war with the gods of Egypt. And those gods are not myths. They are demons. And they are not about to let the Israelites go without a fight. Egyptian slavery and exodus, Midian freedom, Ten plagues, Ten Commandments, Red Sea parting, Mount Sinai, golden calf, angels and demons. It’s all in this biblically faithful retelling of the supernatural story of Moses against the gods of Egypt. Get the companion book, The Spiritual World of Moses and Egypt to learn the amazing biblical and historical research behind the novel. What if the pagan gods of the nations were fallen angelic Watchers from God’s throne? Chronicles of the Watchers charts the influence of spiritual warfare on human history interwoven with Chronicles of the Nephilim and Chronicles of the Apocalypse .
400 pages, Paperback
Published November 19, 2021
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Brian Godawa
110 books388 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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January 22, 2025
Really enjoyed this. I read this as I was teaching on the plagues and this just made it come alive to me. So very good.
May 13, 2022
Great book and read
I would recommend this book to others. The people of Israel received compensation for their labor in Egypt. Will it ever become a serious discussion of African Americans be compensated as well? Just food for thought. Nevertheless, Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior will rule with righteousness and peace in his hands, and justice will prevail for all for eternity.
I would recommend this book to others. The people of Israel received compensation for their labor in Egypt. Will it ever become a serious discussion of African Americans be compensated as well? Just food for thought. Nevertheless, Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior will rule with righteousness and peace in his hands, and justice will prevail for all for eternity.
October 27, 2024
**Strong and weak at the same time**
On the one hand, I liked anything Moses related. Since that's the Bible story I'm more familiar with, it made following it fairly easy, even with the inventive "fluff" to make it resemble a more full-fledged story with extra moving parts to it. And yet on the other hand, the REST of the story that dwelled on the gods of Egypt often went so completely over my head that it exhausted me. So many complicated names and plot points that were more disruptive than constructive, forcing me to skim my way through a LOT just to keep afloat. And even THEN, this story took me ages to get through.
I mean, there are some good things here, though. The plagues in particular were presented in an unexpectedly interesting way. The bloody Nile, gnats, and especially the frogs, for example, were especially creepy. I admittedly felt mildly deflated at how the infamous parting of the Red Sea was rather glossed over, but I was able to deal. I liked many character moments, especially when they were relatable. And while the aforementioned gods of Egypt features were overly convoluted, I still appreciated how they were integrated into the human element of the story.
I just wish things were a bit less busy in these Godawa stories, a bit less clunky and easier to get through. I only read this entry in particular because it was suggested I do so in the middle of my journeying through Chronicles of the Nephilim series (slowly but surely). I've yet to rate ANY of these entries higher than 3-stars because, while they're definitely creative and so very informative, they're still not well-paced to REALLY get me moving through them. I'll get there eventually. Now, back to the Nephilim....
On the one hand, I liked anything Moses related. Since that's the Bible story I'm more familiar with, it made following it fairly easy, even with the inventive "fluff" to make it resemble a more full-fledged story with extra moving parts to it. And yet on the other hand, the REST of the story that dwelled on the gods of Egypt often went so completely over my head that it exhausted me. So many complicated names and plot points that were more disruptive than constructive, forcing me to skim my way through a LOT just to keep afloat. And even THEN, this story took me ages to get through.
I mean, there are some good things here, though. The plagues in particular were presented in an unexpectedly interesting way. The bloody Nile, gnats, and especially the frogs, for example, were especially creepy. I admittedly felt mildly deflated at how the infamous parting of the Red Sea was rather glossed over, but I was able to deal. I liked many character moments, especially when they were relatable. And while the aforementioned gods of Egypt features were overly convoluted, I still appreciated how they were integrated into the human element of the story.
I just wish things were a bit less busy in these Godawa stories, a bit less clunky and easier to get through. I only read this entry in particular because it was suggested I do so in the middle of my journeying through Chronicles of the Nephilim series (slowly but surely). I've yet to rate ANY of these entries higher than 3-stars because, while they're definitely creative and so very informative, they're still not well-paced to REALLY get me moving through them. I'll get there eventually. Now, back to the Nephilim....
August 13, 2023
This is a retelling of The Exodus story with pagan myth thrown in.
Exodus 12:12 states that in rescuing the Israelites from Egypt, Yahweh executed judgment upon all the gods of Egypt. Deuteronomy 32 hints at a spiritual reality behind the false gods of the nations, calling them “demons."
The New Testament continues this ancient notion of spiritual principalities and powers influencing earthly powers “behind the scenes,” so to speak (Ephesians 6:12; 3:10).
Godawa explores the notion that fallen angels were the actual spiritual beings behind the false gods of the ancient world. What if they were masquerading as the gods of Greece, Egypt and Babylon to keep humanity enslaved in idolatry to their authority?
That would affirm the biblical stories of earthly events occurring in synchronization with heavenly events. Evil angels could put on the disguises of different gods at will to achieve their deceptive purposes.
Brian Godawa works this angle in his imaginative retelling of the book of Exodus. He pictures in detail what that judgment might have looked like, assuming that the gods of Egypt were spiritual beings created by Yahweh himself rather than mere fictitious characters from Egyptian mythology.
Moreover, Godawa presents the situations and the people of the Bible in a vivid and emotional way. He makes the story come to colorful life by depicting legendary, biblical characters as real people with faults, foibles, and humor who are as fearful of death, pain, and humiliation as we are today.
Moses cracks jokes in the face of danger. Egyptians label Hebrew workers protesting against harsh work practices as insurrectionists and send troops to slaughter them. Pharoah is portrayed as a creepy, duplicitous, Joe Biden-like, pedophile. Aaron and Miriam become so jealous of Moses that they pull a stunt which nearly destroys Israel before it gets started. Godawa writes characters from ancient times that most of us can relate to these days.
Exodus 12:12 states that in rescuing the Israelites from Egypt, Yahweh executed judgment upon all the gods of Egypt. Deuteronomy 32 hints at a spiritual reality behind the false gods of the nations, calling them “demons."
The New Testament continues this ancient notion of spiritual principalities and powers influencing earthly powers “behind the scenes,” so to speak (Ephesians 6:12; 3:10).
Godawa explores the notion that fallen angels were the actual spiritual beings behind the false gods of the ancient world. What if they were masquerading as the gods of Greece, Egypt and Babylon to keep humanity enslaved in idolatry to their authority?
That would affirm the biblical stories of earthly events occurring in synchronization with heavenly events. Evil angels could put on the disguises of different gods at will to achieve their deceptive purposes.
Brian Godawa works this angle in his imaginative retelling of the book of Exodus. He pictures in detail what that judgment might have looked like, assuming that the gods of Egypt were spiritual beings created by Yahweh himself rather than mere fictitious characters from Egyptian mythology.
Moreover, Godawa presents the situations and the people of the Bible in a vivid and emotional way. He makes the story come to colorful life by depicting legendary, biblical characters as real people with faults, foibles, and humor who are as fearful of death, pain, and humiliation as we are today.
Moses cracks jokes in the face of danger. Egyptians label Hebrew workers protesting against harsh work practices as insurrectionists and send troops to slaughter them. Pharoah is portrayed as a creepy, duplicitous, Joe Biden-like, pedophile. Aaron and Miriam become so jealous of Moses that they pull a stunt which nearly destroys Israel before it gets started. Godawa writes characters from ancient times that most of us can relate to these days.
December 30, 2021
Worth the reading!
Because all this author’s books are available on Kindle Unlimited, I pay for the subscription. However, when I saw this next book was ready for pre-order, I became over excited and spent the whole $6 to buy the e-book. I’m irritated at myself for the splurge, BUT I don’t regret it.
Although there is creative license, because this is a fictionalization of real, historically true events, it is really very nice to have someone repeat the account accurately in a fun way. I strongly encourage readers to first obtain the record as God has given it by reading your King James Bible. Don’t worry about what you don’t understand, just read the full account in exodus. Then, it’s possible to determine what is real and that which is not, or at least, that which we are not told by Scripture.
What we know is that the pharaoh who was drowned in the Red Sea was not a firstborn son. Now, I personally disliked the author’s focus on the pharaoh’s sin. But, if sin, of whatever varieties doesn’t make your blood boil, and your heart wail for the victims, you have HUGE problems.
I am looking forward to reading about the spiritual conditions and idols of ancient Egypt. But, fortunately, the author has a book on that. It’s my next read.
Because all this author’s books are available on Kindle Unlimited, I pay for the subscription. However, when I saw this next book was ready for pre-order, I became over excited and spent the whole $6 to buy the e-book. I’m irritated at myself for the splurge, BUT I don’t regret it.
Although there is creative license, because this is a fictionalization of real, historically true events, it is really very nice to have someone repeat the account accurately in a fun way. I strongly encourage readers to first obtain the record as God has given it by reading your King James Bible. Don’t worry about what you don’t understand, just read the full account in exodus. Then, it’s possible to determine what is real and that which is not, or at least, that which we are not told by Scripture.
What we know is that the pharaoh who was drowned in the Red Sea was not a firstborn son. Now, I personally disliked the author’s focus on the pharaoh’s sin. But, if sin, of whatever varieties doesn’t make your blood boil, and your heart wail for the victims, you have HUGE problems.
I am looking forward to reading about the spiritual conditions and idols of ancient Egypt. But, fortunately, the author has a book on that. It’s my next read.
April 9, 2024
Here's my problem
I've been on this journey to reread Brian's books and give them more of a fair shake than I have with past reads and it's been a blast getting to read these new books he has written in between. But I'm having problems with this one it's not that it's bad it's just more average than the others the oomph feels like it's missing plus it is so hard to for me to get into this book because of the name's I don't know how to pronounce half of what I'm reading and it's hurt my ability to get lost in this story like I have the other ones. I love Egypt and its history but avoid reading novels based on Egypt for a reason because I can't make sense of there name's and how to even pronounce them and it stinks cause I want to love this book like the other ones but for me Mr. Godawa it's a good read but not a great one I am so sorry
I've been on this journey to reread Brian's books and give them more of a fair shake than I have with past reads and it's been a blast getting to read these new books he has written in between. But I'm having problems with this one it's not that it's bad it's just more average than the others the oomph feels like it's missing plus it is so hard to for me to get into this book because of the name's I don't know how to pronounce half of what I'm reading and it's hurt my ability to get lost in this story like I have the other ones. I love Egypt and its history but avoid reading novels based on Egypt for a reason because I can't make sense of there name's and how to even pronounce them and it stinks cause I want to love this book like the other ones but for me Mr. Godawa it's a good read but not a great one I am so sorry
October 5, 2025
review of Brian Godawa’s Moses against the god of Egypt
I always wondered why pharaoh broke his word having his heart hardened by God. Brian introduces a universe of demons and their levels and a proposed culture. While some Bible experts may disagree with me, I think Mr. Godavari does an excellent job educating his readers in this complex subject of the devil’s role of glorifying God through his rebellion. I always had a feeling that God was being a bit heavy handed in destroying all on the earth in the flood. Brian does an excellent job showing how pervasive and corrupting evil was upon the earth through demon worship. We can see more clearly the need for a Savior. The book was entertaining, fast paced and I felt did a great job keeping fact and fiction separate in teaching us more about the nature of God. I thoroughly enjoyed the book.
I always wondered why pharaoh broke his word having his heart hardened by God. Brian introduces a universe of demons and their levels and a proposed culture. While some Bible experts may disagree with me, I think Mr. Godavari does an excellent job educating his readers in this complex subject of the devil’s role of glorifying God through his rebellion. I always had a feeling that God was being a bit heavy handed in destroying all on the earth in the flood. Brian does an excellent job showing how pervasive and corrupting evil was upon the earth through demon worship. We can see more clearly the need for a Savior. The book was entertaining, fast paced and I felt did a great job keeping fact and fiction separate in teaching us more about the nature of God. I thoroughly enjoyed the book.
January 25, 2022
Exodus 12:12 states that in rescuing the Israelites from Egypt, Yahweh executed judgment upon all the gods of Egypt. In this imaginative retelling of the book of Exodus, Brian Godawa pictures in detail what that judgment might have looked like, assuming that the gods of Egypt were spiritual beings created by Yahweh himself rather than mere fictitious characters from Egyptian mythology.
As in his other works of biblical fiction, Godawa has given careful thought to the details in the text. I do not agree with all of his decisions---e.g., following David Rohl's chronology and going with a Mt Sinai in Saudi Arabia. But he does a great job of bringing the Exodus narrative to life and helping the reader take a fresh look at the story.
As in his other works of biblical fiction, Godawa has given careful thought to the details in the text. I do not agree with all of his decisions---e.g., following David Rohl's chronology and going with a Mt Sinai in Saudi Arabia. But he does a great job of bringing the Exodus narrative to life and helping the reader take a fresh look at the story.
April 1, 2023
Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.
Brian Godawas' books can be disturbing. Though they are largely fiction, he takes a "council of the Gods", view on things . (Please see: psalm 82 council of gods by the author; read Deuteronomy 32).
This current book is a retelling of The Exodus story with pagan myth thrown in. A thorough understanding of the myth and legends of the ancient world is needed to understand the books. Be aware these books should not be given to the very young..
Brian Godawas' books can be disturbing. Though they are largely fiction, he takes a "council of the Gods", view on things . (Please see: psalm 82 council of gods by the author; read Deuteronomy 32).
This current book is a retelling of The Exodus story with pagan myth thrown in. A thorough understanding of the myth and legends of the ancient world is needed to understand the books. Be aware these books should not be given to the very young..
December 31, 2021
Great book!
I so enjoyed this book I could hardly put it down! I know the story of Moses from The Bible, and I referenced Brian’s rendition as I was reading and found them to be correct. I really enjoyed a look into Egyptian history and where many of the things that happened had their origins. I can’t wait to read the historical follow up. I’ve read several of Brian’s books and intend to read more!
I so enjoyed this book I could hardly put it down! I know the story of Moses from The Bible, and I referenced Brian’s rendition as I was reading and found them to be correct. I really enjoyed a look into Egyptian history and where many of the things that happened had their origins. I can’t wait to read the historical follow up. I’ve read several of Brian’s books and intend to read more!
January 13, 2022
Pretty good
This was a pretty good read. It was a little confusing with the age of people flowing with the time line. For instance, we are told that Moses was 40 years old at the beginning of the book, and that when he met Zipporah, she was something like 18 years old? Later Moses spoke of as only being 3 or 4 years older than Zipporah???
This was a pretty good read. It was a little confusing with the age of people flowing with the time line. For instance, we are told that Moses was 40 years old at the beginning of the book, and that when he met Zipporah, she was something like 18 years old? Later Moses spoke of as only being 3 or 4 years older than Zipporah???
December 14, 2022
Great book!
I just finished this book and wow. I was not disappointed! This was great reading and difficult to put down, even though the story is so well known. I was moved by the filling out of characters and the thought processes used to move the story. Thanks, Brian for another wonderful book.
I just finished this book and wow. I was not disappointed! This was great reading and difficult to put down, even though the story is so well known. I was moved by the filling out of characters and the thought processes used to move the story. Thanks, Brian for another wonderful book.
December 20, 2021
An entertaining "What-if" novel of the Moses/Exodus story taking the scholarship of Dr. Michael Heiser as a guide into the workings of the Unseen Realm of the disobedient spirits. A This Present Darkness approach to Genesis.
February 4, 2022
So interesting!!
These books not only send me to study more, but I'm seeing how so many things tie together. Of course the story line is awesome! These are ones you don't want to miss! By
These books not only send me to study more, but I'm seeing how so many things tie together. Of course the story line is awesome! These are ones you don't want to miss! By
June 22, 2022
Moses!
If you have read any of Brian Godawa’s “Chronicles” books you should already know that this one is AMAZING! I would recommend it to anyone. I have read all of Brian Godawa’s “Chronicles” books more than once each…as I will this one
If you have read any of Brian Godawa’s “Chronicles” books you should already know that this one is AMAZING! I would recommend it to anyone. I have read all of Brian Godawa’s “Chronicles” books more than once each…as I will this one
June 25, 2023
Awesome Story
I liked everything about this book. The story is very believable. It gives you a
good picture of how the Israelites were finally set free and their stubbornness toward the Lord.
I liked everything about this book. The story is very believable. It gives you a
good picture of how the Israelites were finally set free and their stubbornness toward the Lord.
August 26, 2023
I knew there was more to the story!
I would read The Exodus and I would get it, and enjoy it, but I always had a feeling it was more profound of an even than I here in 21st century America could appreciate. I was right! Thank you, Brian Godawa!
I would read The Exodus and I would get it, and enjoy it, but I always had a feeling it was more profound of an even than I here in 21st century America could appreciate. I was right! Thank you, Brian Godawa!
January 11, 2024
the best
This story was the best so far in this incredible book series. I can see pictures in my mind so clearly as I read. The archeological and the biblical meet with astonishing closeness. Beautiful telling of these ancient books of the Bible.
This story was the best so far in this incredible book series. I can see pictures in my mind so clearly as I read. The archeological and the biblical meet with astonishing closeness. Beautiful telling of these ancient books of the Bible.
June 19, 2025
Insightful
I have always been fascinated about the undiscovered writings that would fill in some of my questions of how the fallen angels affected biblical history. Although this is a work of blended fiction and biblical history and theology, these stories are awesome.
I have always been fascinated about the undiscovered writings that would fill in some of my questions of how the fallen angels affected biblical history. Although this is a work of blended fiction and biblical history and theology, these stories are awesome.
February 3, 2022
Great read
The book blended knowledge about the times ,his knowledge of the Bible and his imagination to make a
Story come to life?
The book blended knowledge about the times ,his knowledge of the Bible and his imagination to make a
Story come to life?
June 4, 2022
Unprecedented account of the story of Moses
Brian Godawa once again delivers an amazing view into the life of one of the Bible’s most respected patriarchs. This is a “must read”!
Brian Godawa once again delivers an amazing view into the life of one of the Bible’s most respected patriarchs. This is a “must read”!
September 18, 2024
Great Read!
I have immensley enjoyed each book in the series. Weaving through time and seeing the handiwork of God on mankind.
Thank you!
I have immensley enjoyed each book in the series. Weaving through time and seeing the handiwork of God on mankind.
Thank you!
July 15, 2025
not for me
I just couldn’t get into this, I normally like stories that tell about the spiritual real as well as the human but this was too much, I had to stop. No more for me.
I just couldn’t get into this, I normally like stories that tell about the spiritual real as well as the human but this was too much, I had to stop. No more for me.
August 11, 2024
Fantastic Read!
These stories are captivating. I didn't want to stop reading because I wanted to get to the next page and the next. These books are a must read!
These stories are captivating. I didn't want to stop reading because I wanted to get to the next page and the next. These books are a must read!
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