Breaking the Jewish Code: 12 Secrets that Will Transform Your Life, Family, Health, and Finances

by Perry Stone

Breaking the Jewish Code
By Perry Stone Jewish culture and the Jewish people have succeeded--thrived even--for more than four thousand years under both good and unthinkable circumstances. Breaking the Jewish Code helps readers unlock the amazing secrets to this success.

Genres: Christian, Jewish, Religion, Nonfiction, Israel, Christian Living, Christian Non Fiction

259 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 4, 2009

About the author

Perry Stone directs one of America’s fastest growing ministries - Voice of Evangelism. From its 70,000 square foot International Ministry Center, Voice of Evangelism is striving to reach the world with the gospel of Christ through revivals, television, audio/video media, printed material, and missionary sponsorship. Perry has authored over forty books and booklets; produced over one hundred videos and DVDs, and hundreds of audio teaching albums series. Perry publishes The Voice of Evangelism magazine. Manna-Fest with Perry Stone, a weekly television program, can be seen nationally and internationally via cable and satellite systems around the world. (Barnes and Noble)

Reviews

[Ron · Rating 1 out of 5]

I think Breaking the Jewish Code was written with good intentions. Paul's letters in the New Testament indicate that following the Mosaic Code isn't necessary for salvation, so it's easy to dismiss the Old Testament as backstory. However, the Old Testament is the only one that existed in Jesus' day, so it's the one that He would have followed and from which He'd have drawn wisdom. More to the point, there are lessons to be taken from everywhere in the Bible, as long as we account for the difference between their time and ours. While your neighbors probably don't sacrifice their children to Molech, there's a bigger lesson here of "don't let peer pressure compromise your morals." So I think the concept of Stone's book is solid; he encourages Christians to read the Old Testament and apply it to their own lives.

This particular book, however, feels very sloppy. There are chapters with general life advice like how to raise your kids with a sense of heritage and tradition, but there are other chapters about numerology, praying for a child, or the end of the Cold War. Even when he is on topic, the author picks individual lines out of the Bible and applies his personal interpretation as if it were the obviously correct one. I'm sure he knows this, but the Bible is a lot more complex than that. There's a ton of historic, cultural, and intertextual background to take into account.

Overall, I would not recommend this book. Aside from my cherrypicking concerns, the book's just dull and unfocused. If you really want to read a book about using Biblical principles to improve your financial state, I'd recommend Thou Shall Prosper by Rabbi Daniel Lapin (foreword by Dave Ramsey). If nothing else, Lapin's book allows you to read about Judaism from a rabbi, from someone who's on the inside and knows firsthand about the culture and the Jewish experience.

[Alpha · Rating 5 out of 5]

When it comes to my walk with God and my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, the one teacher He has used to move my spirit more than anyone else is Perry Stone. I first discovered him through my co-worker Linda and since then, I've been following with numerous studies and teachings utilizing history, theology, sociology, psychology, anthropology, and other fields of expertise to bring the Word of God to dramatic life. His videos are phenomenal yet his audio studies and Manna-Fest television program are awesome too.

"Breaking the Jewish Code" is the first book I've read by him.

In all seriousness, I am not disappointed and found the novel enlightening towards my walk. The book centers its questioning on why the Jewish people have been so blessed throughout the years. Great nations who were empires are dust and have nothing to account for such as Egypt, Greece, and even Rome. Yet the Jews, taking less than one percent of the world's population and being in a country no bigger than New Jersey, have prospered and thrived for years. Why is that?

This book explains this with historical examples as well as Bible scripture. Actually, Perry Stone has divided it up into 12 secrets that the Jews have followed providing transformation for life, family, health, and finances. Certain things have been removed from society thanks to how certain New Testament verses are confused to be that these have been removed. This includes the festivals, the kosher diets, and everything else in between. True by grace and Jesus' salvation we are no longer condemned, there is still a wonderful rewards and blessing given to those who choose to follow the design God has laid out for his people. We are grafted by the way.

The one flaw this book may have is that Perry Stone is notoriously known for repetitive teaching. However, this is expected since he is specified in Hebrew studies and End Times. If you have as many studies on him like I do, than you are bound to hear repetition. In this book, he writes repetition. Nevertheless, the Word of God is fine by me to be repeated again and again. In the end, I would say this is one of the best books for God and how to live Godly in prosperous way I have ever read. It doesn't do that condemning the "Prosperity Bible" has started to teach. I would suggest buying this if you want to know how to attain God's favor. It is only $20 but what is that compared to the glory and riches Jesus has in store for us.

[Bianca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Believers must be aware of Jewish mysticism, Kabbalah and other unbiblical things. If one takes this book with a grain of salt and take the Bible as the only God breathed book, this is a good, informative and well researched book.

[Timothy]

I am a bit unhappy and disappointed with the book, yet trying hard not to say anything. There is a reason God moved from the physical Jewish nation, to the Church. There is an overwhelming sense of pride and Jewish superiority pervading the book which ought not to be so for a well versed Christian. And I'm not anti semantic, the opposite in fact.

I think I understand Paul better in his letter to the Ephesians and 1 Corinthians 9-10. It must be hard to let go of your love for the Jewish history, and customs and traditions.

If you just want Jewish history, cool. But the Bible is more than just the Torah.

So many things to say, so unwilling to say much.

Unhappy.

[Linden · Rating 2 out of 5]

I enjoyed the beginning of the book and it was true to the title. Then it departed from the stated purpose of the book and became a personal testimonial and justification for his wealthy living style. Can't recommend this to anyone interested in living a more biblical life.

[Agnes | Live Loved · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have a growing interest in studying the Jewish roots, culture and history of the Bible and this book satisfied that interest to a great degree.

I loved ALL the chapters in this book, but I particularly loved and enjoyed the last 4 chapters. The last 4 chapters covered topics that are of great interest to me like healthy eating and living (the Kosher diet was discussed), leaving a heritage and passing on a legacy (this one intrigued me!), prophecy and principles of wealth and prosperity.

I loved how Perry did not just end at presenting the Jewish traditions and beliefs that have distinguished the Jews, he also went on to 'translate' the traditions and beliefs into our times, thus making it practical for those who would want to enjoy the blessings of the Jewish traditions.

I was amazed to know that God did give the Jewish nation, Israel, traditions that were different from other nations just so they would be set apart, but He also gave them the instructions to make them blessed (wealthy and prosperous), protected, hygienic (loved this one!) and established for generations upon generations.

I will definitely be re-reading this book soon.

[Mona · Rating 2 out of 5]

Knowing nothing about Judiaism and planning my first trip to Israel, I was looking forward to a history of the religion. Yes, I learned a few things, but almost half way through, you will learn that this author is not Jewish. He is a minister looking to corral a wayward flock to do better.
It was not truly helpful for my needs.

[Celinda Fayad “la tía pollo” · Rating 5 out of 5]

Me encantó el,libro, la forma en que describe Perry Stone es muy sencilla y empatica. En 12 capítulos nos platica cómo el,pueblo más perseguido de la historia, se reagrupa y logran salir más fortalecidos que nunca.
Todas las religiones tienen sus cánones, todos fascinantes, siempre recordando que amar al prójimo y honrarlo como a nosotros mismos debería ser universal.

[Kayla Le · Rating 3 out of 5]

Đoạn đầu của sách khá hay và dễ hiểu, tuy nhiên càng về sau càng dài dòng và có vẻ hơi trừu tượng không gần với tiêu đề lắm. Do dài dòng và trừu tượng nên gần như không còn đọng lại gì nhiều sau khi đọc xong.

[Trang · Rating 1 out of 5]

It's difficult for me to understand what written in this book

[Yudith Sury · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excelente!!

Este libro te ayuda a entender un poco más la maravillosa historia judía, y como aplicar sus enseñanzas en nuestra vida diaria.

[Ngo Hoa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Có tác dụng tham khảo thêm về tôn giáo và văn hóa Do Thái cơ bản.

[November Green · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't like this book. If I was a religious man or history researcher, it would be good.

[Godwin Godsrock · Rating 1 out of 5]

How can I read

[Seth · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like how Perry went over the Jewish ways of living. A good exploration of the customs they follow.

[Frank Viale · Rating 4 out of 5]

Muestra una parte importante e histórica en relación a la cultura judía y como se asemeja a la vida cristiana, por conocer

[Lan Anh · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ko như mong đợi. Sách mang tính truyền đạo nhiều

[Andy Febrico Bintoro · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book explained the jewish traditions, letters, cultures and its meaning behind these things. Some are connected to the prophecies.

[Ifeoma · Rating 3 out of 5]

Got this book in 2014 and picked it up again to reread it. It’s generally a good read though I find some of the postulations from prophecies quite outlandish. But it’s a generally easy read.

[Ha Thanh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Sách viết thiên về tôn giáo
Với một người theo Đạo Phật như mình thì đọc sẽ ko hiểu rõ
Nhưng nhìn 1 cách thoáng, sách dạy nhiều điều làm người,

[Debbie · Rating 1 out of 5]

I was very excited about this book and learning more about the Jewish history. I was disappointed to find incorrect information. I know some about Hebrew feasts so I happen to catch this. I did try to contact Mr. Stone a couple of different times to discuss this and after a month of not hearing from anyone from his church I have to believe he knew this was in there and wants people to believe it to make his book more "amazing". One example: on page 47 it says, "On October 16, 1946, there were eleven Nazis scheduled to be hung for their war crimes against the Jews. Prior to the hanging, one Nazi, Herman Goring, committed suicide, leaving ten. When these ten Nazis were hung, their deaths fell on Purim, the celebration where Jews remember the defeat of Haman in Persia by Queen Esther!" That is incorrect. You can look it up. On the Hebrew calendar Purim is in Feb.- Mar. time frame, no where near October. I'm sorry I wasted my money on this book! I know from now on not to trust his messages.

[Mr B · Rating 3 out of 5]

Đọc xong cuốn này có cảm giác tôi vừa cải đạo từ dân tộc Kinh, tôn giáo Không thành một thanh niên mới vỡ lòng, vừa được "mặc khải" ý Chúa.

Thật ra cũng từ lâu muốn tìm hiểu về một trong những tôn giáo lớn nhất và thần bí nhất này rồi. Một tôn giáo của những người lưu vong, bị xa lánh và bị đối xử dã man nhất trong suốt một chiều dài lịch sử phát triển của thế giới.

1% dân số, chỉ 1% nhưng những gì Do Thái đóng góp cho nhân loại, nhất là về mặt trí tuệ, kinh tế thì bao nhiêu từ để nói cho đủ. Xuất phát điểm của họ là gì, có lẽ là những lời răn được nêu trong cuốn sách này.

[Sherri Hayes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thoroughly enjoyed reading my first Perry Stone book. I have recently become fascinated with the Hebrew language in a desire to go deeper into word studies. The original Hebrew language is so rich.
That lead me to this book. I believe it has opened new doors of understanding of the Jewish culture and it will definitely help in Bible Study.
Although we are not tied to the ceremonial laws of the Old Testament, through Christ, knowing them and giving honor would do a lot of us Christians some good.

[Billy Castillo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great book, I highly recommend it, the Author does a great job of explaining the Hebraic culture and customs relevant to the topics being explained. The hebraic roots of the bible is very important for anyone interested desiring to have a better understanding of the holy scriptures.

[Huỳnh Mai · Rating 1 out of 5]

thật sự phải nói là k thích quyển này luôn í. n thiên về đạo nhiều quá. Mà những cái này thì k phù hợp với truyền thống nước mình. mình cũng chỉ áp dụng dc 1 vài cái hoi hà. Đọc dc nữa quyển và quyết định k đọc nữa

[Toni]

did not read

[Jonathan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Half way done. Definitely makes sense.

[Michelle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Informational read, some cleverness as to peoples perspective but we should all be aware that God does not change and we should not add to or take away from Gods law.

[Tassie McLennan]

Still reading. It is an east to read book with thought provoking rules.

[Tracy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book!!! Wish I had it a few years ago when We began our Christian Roots study!