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The Whore and her Mother: 9/11, Babylon and the Return of the King!

Raymond McCullough

Did the Hebrew prophets foretell 9/11?

Are their words still relevant today?

'Mega-Babylon' – where is it today?

 

The Hebrew prophets - from Isaiah and Jeremiah, to the apostle John, spoke of a city and nation they referred to by the codename, 'Mega-Babylon'. Have these prophecies been fulfilled already? What about Daniel's 'writing on the wall'?

Is Mega-Babylon the Roman Catholic Church? A world super-church? Rebuilt ancient Babylon? Brussels? Jerusalem? Or somewhere entirely different? Should this city/nation have a large Jewish population? Why all the talk about merchants, cargoes, commodities, trade?

Can we rely on the words of these ancient prophets? If so, what else did they foretell that is still to be fulfilled? Do they refer to other major nations - USA, Russia, China, Europe? Where does militant Islam fit in?

My background is in lecturing, publishing and radio/TV - but previously I ran a construction business. I still love to know how things are put together - buildings, origins of words, phrases - so I have used a similar approach in exploring, what I believe to be, an extremely important and very relevant topic.

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The_Commander wrote 209 days ago

Boy was I AMAZED when I read this book, and I pretty darn near read the whole thing in one setting which I very rarely do! I am in awe of your extensive knowledge on so many levels: Christian, Jewish, and Muslim culture; the Jewish diaspora; your knowledge of Greek and Hebrew; and your panoramic view of history through a biblical worldview.

Yes, the content is thought-provoking and troublesome, and many will be offended, but you consistently build your case instead of being sensationalistic.

James



Really appreciate your comments, James - thanks! {:-{>

The_Commander wrote 778 days ago

Raymond
I believe there is something or someone out there greater than us all....But I dont know what his name is....

Religion has made both martyrs and eejits out of man since the beginning of time....If you can shed some light on the whole shabang then fabulous...

your writing ... I have to say is very eloquent.......I did not feel you were preaching at all, more laying your cards on the table and it was up to me what to make of the hand in front of me.....An evocotive read, which left me 'thoughfull'

Shelved with pleasure....



A great response! Thank you!
{:-{>
Raymond

The_Commander wrote 823 days ago

Brilliant prologue that embraces the thoughts of many. You ... create an interesting and thought provoking scenario ... deserves to be read ... if only to stimulate thoughts and possibly future actions.
Ron S
You Can’t Hide Forever.


Which is exactly what I would hope to achieve, Ron. Thanks.

The_Commander wrote 824 days ago

A raw and controversial subject., bravely faced and articulately presented. Shelved.


Many thanks.

The_Commander wrote 825 days ago

a compellingly written piece of persuasive writing that makes a strong case for its main tenets. You write very well and very clearly about a range of topics, clear thinking in terms of exposition with a number of key arguments
Andrew W
(Sanctuary's Loss)



Appreciate that, Andrew

The_Commander wrote 209 days ago

Boy was I AMAZED when I read this book, and I pretty darn near read the whole thing in one setting which I very rarely do! I am in awe of your extensive knowledge on so many levels: Christian, Jewish, and Muslim culture; the Jewish diaspora; your knowledge of Greek and Hebrew; and your panoramic view of history through a biblical worldview.

Yes, the content is thought-provoking and troublesome, and many will be offended, but you consistently build your case instead of being sensationalistic.

James



Really appreciate your comments, James - thanks! {:-{>

JamesRevoir wrote 209 days ago

Hello Raymond:

When I perused your pitch, my brain immediately went into "profile" mode. I had concluded that your book was a throwback to the traditional biblical prophecy in which so many of we as believers have been entrenched for years; my initial radar told me the book was a simplistic throwback to the 80's-the Roman Catholic Church is the whore of Babylon; the Pope is the Antichrist, yada, yada, yada. This preconception was not in a little way reinforced by the in-your-face title.

Boy was I AMAZED when I read this book, and I pretty darn near read the whole thing in one setting which I very rarely do! I am in awe of your extensive knowledge on so many levels: Christian, Jewish, and Muslim culture; the Jewish diaspora; your knowledge of Greek and Hebrew; and your panoramic view of history through a biblical worldview.

Yes, the content is thought-provoking and troublesome, and many will be offended, but you consistently build your case instead of being sensationalistic.

Kudos on on this book and blessings to you.

James

JamesRevoir wrote 209 days ago

Hello Raymond:

When I perused your pitch, my brain immediately went into "profile" mode. I had concluded that your book was a throwback to the traditional biblical prophecy in which so many of we as believers have been entrenched for years; my initial radar told me the book was a simplistic throwback to the 80's-the Roman Catholic Church is the whore of Babylon; the Pope is the Antichrist, yada, yada, yada. This preconception was not in a little way reinforced by the in-your-face title.

Boy was I AMAZED when I read this book, and I pretty darn near read the whole thing in one setting which I very rarely do! I am in awe of your extensive knowledge on so many levels: Christian, Jewish, and Muslim culture; the Jewish diaspora; your knowledge of Greek and Hebrew; and your panoramic view of history through a biblical worldview.

Yes, the content is thought-provoking and troublesome, and many will be offended, but you consistently build your case instead of being sensationalistic.

Kudos on on this book and blessings to you.

James

monicque wrote 224 days ago

Fantastic opening. Very well written!!
Funny, of course I remember exactly when I saw a building on TV with smoke coming out the window... A few minutes later, as I watched, the second plane hit the 2nd tower.... I was up all night then... (cause it started around 11pm where I am in Australia). What a horrifying thing to have happened... I remember last year on 9/11, I asked my children if they remembered it... And they didn't!!!!!!!!!!!!! We aren't in America, I suppose, and one of them wasn't born at the time... but it was strange how quickly kids forget - maybe there's too many tragedies...

In the intro, you start by saying, "This book is aimed at christians...." I understand that you've qualified this, and also added to the list with other religions, but I think you should leave that whole bit out. Aren't you aiming the book for everyone?
And I wouldn't call God G-d. Do you think people appreciate that? I'm not sure. I don't think the word 'god' is offensive... I'd just come out and call him that. Alternatively, find a different word like "The Universal Spirit" or "Jehovah" or something that is an actual word rather than g-d. The g-d really is throwing me all the way through...I don't like it!!! :)

I would be wary of using 'christian' words like 'fellowship'.

I like how you get straight to the point in chapter 3, and also that you undline the relevant bits in the bible passages.

World Trade Center.. I never thought it was about trading, I thought they were office blocks. I realise that offices of money markets and FX and all that were in there, but were there shops and trading of goods like clothing? And if there was this trading, then what makes those office blocks different from others and unique enough to be prophesied about in the bible??

Hm, interesting stuff!! I'm tired at the moment.... forgive me if I wrote something silly!!! I'll have to come back and take another look at this later... Good work, and highly rated.

Monicque.
The Multiple Choice.

Jim Darcy wrote 455 days ago

Read chapters1 to 3. this is a thoughtful, insightful book and you have a kanck for putting complicated topics in an easily accessible way. I believe that the Prophets do have a lot to teach us and to warn us of. Where I differ is that I do not believe that they are offering us a blueprint of our age or of the future. The human capacity for pattern guides us into seeing what is not always there, like an optical illusion effect. As a historian I see in the past many times where people have believed the end times to be coming and read the portents as such. It will come but as a thief in the night, without prior warning. Thanks for providing a thought-provoking interlude though. :)

The_Commander wrote 492 days ago

Your command of English is grand, no issues at all there. Your style is clear and easy to read. The scripture excerpts are a bit longish in some cases, but I put that down to your need to show that you are not wrenching anything out of context. You put your argument very clearly. Like one of the folks below, I have doubts about the title - I can't see the Faith Mission Bookshop displaying it anywhere prominent!

....
Anyway: backed.



Thanks for your comments and backing, David.

I can't say I'm too concerned about any response, or otherwise, from FMB - the book is specifically NOT written with such people in mind! If it intrigues, annoys, or otherwise manages to lodge something in the minds of ordinary people, I will be reasonably happy. The point is that most people out there don't have a clue what the bible says, or why it should matter. I'm trying to present a logical argument as to why we should pay attention to these things. We won't remember what we've never heard!

The_Commander wrote 493 days ago

Your command of English is grand, no issues at all there. Your style is clear and easy to read. The scripture excerpts are a bit longish in some cases, but I put that down to your need to show that you are not wrenching anything out of context. You put your argument very clearly. Like one of the folks below, I have doubts about the title - I can't see the Faith Mission Bookshop displaying it anywhere prominent!

....
Anyway: backed.



Thanks for your comments and backing, David.

I can't say I'm too concerned about any response, or otherwise, from FMB - the book is specifically NOT written with such people in mind! If it intrigues, annoys, or otherwise manages to lodge something in the minds of ordinary people, I will be reasonably happy. The point is that most people out there don't have a clue what the bible says, or why it should matter. I'm trying to present a logical argument as to why we should pay attention to these things. We won't remember what we've never heard!

Andrew Burans wrote 493 days ago

You know your bible extremely well and you pose many interesting questions and your Christian faith clearly shines through. Your first person narrative voice coupled with your straight-forward writing style is perfect for this genre of book. Backed with pleasure.

Andrew Burans
The Reluctant Warrior: The Beginning

zrinka wrote 493 days ago

I love reading this kind of stuff, but wouldn't dare to write about it myself. The Bible is full of contraversies and it could be interprited any which way. Who is right and who is not, it's anybodies guess. Your writing provokes some thinking and that's good, shows the depth, it's not just two dimensional which is difficult to achive with any type of writing let alone with this topic that could easily turn into another flat lecture. Backed.

CarolinaAl wrote 498 days ago

Bold, daring and thoughtful. Poignant. Timely. Deep and detailed. A nobel theme. Top notched writing. Backed.

Mighty Ferg wrote 509 days ago

Your command of English is grand, no issues at all there. Your style is clear and easy to read. The scripture excerpts are a bit longish in some cases, but I put that down to your need to show that you are not wrenching anything out of context. You put your argument very clearly. Like one of the folks below, I have doubts about the title - I can't see the Faith Mission Bookshop displaying it anywhere prominent!

I first had Babylon explained to me in the writings of Hal Lindsey, who reckoned it was a symbol that represented our entire economic system. I have since come around to the opinion that it might mean modern Western civilisation generally, which is based pretty much on acquisitiveness anyway. I feel a bit wary of nailing prophecy down in too detailed a fashion - authors who have done that have often ended up with egg on their faces, from the Jehovah's Witnesses (who actually dated the return of Christ - 1918, then 1948, then some time in the 1970s) down to the author who specifically identified Henry Kissinger with the Antichrist.

For what it's worth, my own understanding is that in the end times, believers will come under fierce persecution, and a very specific attempt will be made to discredit God - with great fanfare, apparently incontrovertible proof that Christianity is wrong will be presented, proof which will "if possible, deceive the very Elect," as Paul put it. At that moment certain things will click in the minds of believers who know their Bibles, and they'll say to themselves, "Ah! So that's what it meant!" They will remember that they were told all this was coming, and know not to place any confidence in the great con; the difficult prophecies will become clear in the light of current events (current for them, that is.)

Anyway: backed.

Barry Wenlock wrote 513 days ago

Hi Raymond,
Yes perhaps God presented the USA with a chance to heal wounds with the Muslim world, through repentance, forgiveness and compassion. Had George W increased aid to Muslim countries, admitted past sins against others and been a true Christian, none of today's problems (Iraq, Afghanistan, Gaza) would be happening.
He really missed the boat.
Best wishes and good luck,
Barry
LITTLE KRISNA AND THE BIHAR BOYS

klouholmes wrote 524 days ago

Hi Raymond, This appears to have a direct and well-founded theme. The fact that the author has sustained violence himself accounts for the committed tone. I hadn't thought about The World Trade Center and the prophesies in Revelations before but you've supported this well with scripture and brought to light a central site of the great city. It's very thought-provoking and solidly presented. Shelved - Katherine (The Swan Bonnet)

SingingOwl wrote 526 days ago

WONDERFUL! Enthusiastically backed, and I hope to return for more reading later. This is a book that I'll give away to friends and foes if it gets published.

D George
Finding Little Big Foot

Colin T Mercer wrote 530 days ago

You have taken on a big big subject here and one I am very interested in and have studied since I was a kid. You seem very well informed and able to see things that would often be hidden to many others. I will enjoy reading this but have to say from what I have read so far this has the makings of a Best seller in its field. The key is that you open up real ideas some of which are somewhat scary to say the least. I find it difficult to leave down because you have created the "Must turn the page" feeling threaded right through every line. Fantastic work and typical of an Irish Writer!

homewriter wrote 531 days ago

Hi Raymond, this is an important book and I will be back to read more once I have got up to date with my read list. I am retired and now a security consultant. 9/11 could have been thwarted if the FBI and CIA had worked closer together and not in competition. The NSA didn't do too well either. They failed to interpret a message about the attacks they received a day or two before. I'll be back next week when I've more time! Gordon - The Harpist of Madrid

zan wrote 532 days ago

The Whore and her Mother

Raymond McCullough

Raymond,
I wanted to say something extra but forgot to in my previous comment and the site won't let me edit it so I have to post an additional one . . .

Your title "The Whore and her Mother" sounded a little bell which I forgot to mention. It seems somewhat "ugly" for lack of a better description. It may be the ideal title as I am no expert, but you want opinions, I assume or simply pats on the back? Here goes my point to a reasonable man - I think many women might find your title somewhat offensive - it reads a little sexist - you have a double-barreled reference to women, the whore in the one instance, and her mother on the other. It can be a little degrading to women and feminists might have a problem. I think if you consider changing your title, you might get more people to look at this and approach your writing with a positive start as to commence with a title like that I think affects your chances of people open your book negatively. Like I said, no expert here, simply giving a subjective viewpoint. Chuck in the bin if you are so inclined. Once more, best of luck with your book.

zan wrote 532 days ago

The Whore and her Mother

Raymond McCullough


You summon all sorts of feelings and emotions in the reader with this story. Good - at least you get a reaction and the reader is moved - whether positively or negatively is another issue but this is certainly attention-getting!

" '9/11, Babylon and the Return of the King!'

Did Hebrew prophets foretell 9/11? Are they relevant today?

'Mega-Babylon' - where? "

Your underlying themes are soooooooo relevant. I like to think for myself and don't like people preaching to me - especially about what the Good Book says. But I agree, the prophets of old have had useful things to tell us - and "Should we pay attention to their words?" as you ask at the end of your opening. Why not? I close no doors so I'll be back to read when I have some more time. Best of luck.

gillyflower wrote 532 days ago

This is a gripping and exciting account of events already taking place, which encourages us to look for and expect even more in the near future. The Whore and her Mother is a examination of prophecy fulfilled, which should be read by everyone with an interest in this subject and indeed by everyone with an interest in the human race, and its future.
Well written and easy to read, this book is a real page turner. Dan Brown invented his story, but Raymond McCullough has based his on the actual words of the Hebrew prophets and on the real happenings which lead us to believe their accuracy.

Su Dan wrote 535 days ago

this is fascinating, a must read for all people. lf you write this well, you could have a surprise hit. the events or 11/09/2001 was of biblical scale. was it predicted in the bible? l don't know. but the fall of babylon comes to mind...l shall read on- watchlist for now...
read SEASONS...

Owen Quinn wrote 643 days ago

I know exactly where I was on 9/11, it's my birthday and my first birthday with the woman who would become my wife, This is an interesting pitch which touches on if there is no freewill we are screwed or are we so primitve that we akkow ourselves to be bowed by primitive fear of writings that we can manipulate to our own lives as easily as the daily horoscope. Very good.

SusieGulick wrote 652 days ago

Dear Raymond, I love that you use the scriptures to back up your book - His Word will not return void, but accomplish what it is sent for. :) Have you read Joel Rosenberg's books? They are amazing, too. Jesus said to watch & be ready. I was prepared to read your book after reading your blurb, preface, & introduction. I'm happy that I know the ending. :) I'll get to be with my Lord. :) Your story is a good read because you create interest by having short paragraphs & lots of dialogue, which makes me want to keep reading to find out what's going to happen next. I'm backing/commenting on your book to help it advance. Could you please return the favor by taking a moment to back/comment on my TWO books, "He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not" & the unedited version? "Tell Me True Love Stories." Thanks, Susie :)

carlashmore wrote 658 days ago

You invite some interesting questions and write eloquently and with flair. Backed for its passion.
Carl
The Time hunters

soutexmex wrote 662 days ago

Interesting stuff here. But somehow I feel uneasy, mainly because I am a proud and active Jew. BUT, with that being said. Being Authonomy's #1 commentator and amateur pitch doctor, trust me, spend some time on your pitches; I cannot overemphasize how you need to master this basic sales technique to grab the casual reader whether here on this website or in a book shoppe. That's how you climb in ranking to gather more exposure and comments to better your novel. SHELVED!

Though I have been a very active member for over a year, I can still use your comments on my book when you get the chance. Every little bit helps. Cheers!

JC
The Obergemau Key
Authonomy's #1 rated commentator

Burgio wrote 663 days ago

This book - despite its odd title - is a guide to better spiritual health. The mark of it is your writing style; it's sincere and thought provoking. There's a big audience out there for books of this type. I’m adding it to my shelf. Burgio (Grain of Salt).

Bob Steele wrote 718 days ago

As a work of non-fiction, The Whore and her Mother must be reviewed on rather different criteria from those which apply to various genres of fiction. Thus I liked the structure that sets out the author's imperatives in a preface and the aims of the book in an Introduction, both of which give the reader a frame of reference from which to evaluate the material. I didn't much like the emphasis on the author's beliefs in the introduction, though - not that I challenge them in any way, but they belong IMHO in the preface. The introduction should rather set out the aims and foundations of the book as it does very effectively for example in the later paragraphs concerning the provenance of the biblical texts. I liked in C3 how you settled into the classic structure of setting out facts, exploring differing opinions and reaching specific conclusions - a well tried and tested mathod of exposition that suits this material well. On that basis, though I can make no comment on the conclusions reached, I'll be happy to back this book.

Francis Albert McGrath wrote 768 days ago

Ray
Read all 6 chapters. I remember thinking at the time of 9/11 how similar the events were to the Revelation verses you quote. I would buy this book. Love this kind of stuff. it's grounded in research and common sense - not like the "Left Behind" series. There is no doubt as to what nation fulfils the role of Mega-Babylon.
Frank

Jesselowe wrote 770 days ago

I have heard for years that the US would fall. If you're interested, look at Chuck Colson's New Year's vision" that was posted about two years ago. As you are probably aware, there is compelling evidence that the $20 bill foretold 9/11. If you haven't seen it, Google "twenty dollar bill twin towers." Folding the bill one way shows the Twin Towers in flames; the opposite way shows smoke rising from the Pentagon. Since 9/11 I've looked for a book that detailed the backgrounds of the hijackers, how they formed a liason with Ben Laden, and why no one in the US stopped them. Divine judgement seems to be the only answer. Jesselowe

Helena wrote 777 days ago

I enjoyed this read very much. It certainly got me thinking. I am away for a few days so don't have time to comment in detail but it's on my shelf. Helena (A Load of Rubbish)

The_Commander wrote 778 days ago

Raymond
I believe there is something or someone out there greater than us all....But I dont know what his name is....

Religion has made both martyrs and eejits out of man since the beginning of time....If you can shed some light on the whole shabang then fabulous...

your writing ... I have to say is very eloquent.......I did not feel you were preaching at all, more laying your cards on the table and it was up to me what to make of the hand in front of me.....An evocotive read, which left me 'thoughfull'

Shelved with pleasure....



A great response! Thank you!
{:-{>
Raymond

paxie wrote 779 days ago

Raymond
I believe there is something or someone out there greater than us all....But I dont know what his name is....

Religion has made both martyrs and eejits out of man since the beginning of time....If you can shed some light on the whole shabang then fabulous...

That said, it's your writing I'm commenting on, which I have to say is very eloquent.......I did not feel you were preaching at all, more laying your cards on the table and it was up to me what to make of the hand in front of me.....An evocotive read, which left me 'thoughfull'

Shelved with pleasure....

Sheila Belshaw wrote 780 days ago

The Whore and Her Mother.

Raymond,

This is a most thought provoking work of non-fiction, meticulously researched and written with style and passion.

In your preface you question why the world's most powerful nation was powerless to prevent such an evil attack, then you say that you accept that for his own reasons, God allowed it to happen. But wasn't this perhaps the moment to question why these people committed this evil act. I have not read enough to know whether you do this later, but to me the burning question is - why did they do it? Not why didn't this powerful nation prevent it. People don't commit acts like that unless they are driven to it. Action and reaction.

I think that any book that provokes the kind of debate you have aroused on this site is an important book. Especially when it is so well written and presented. And so convincingly researched

A compelling read.

Shelved.

With best wishes, and good luck.

Sheila (Pinpoint)
Sheil

John Harold McCoy wrote 782 days ago

Hi Raymond. From the pitch I wasn't sure this would interest me. I read mostly fiction nowadays. But, right from the start I could see you were presenting ideas that I hadn't really contemplated myself. I spend many hours rolling similar ideas around in my head but with no serious continuity so what you've compiled here is a kind of guide for my own contemplations. (ok, I know that didn't make a lot of sense... but it did to me...haha)
Anyway, it's apparent you've delved into this deeply and passionately. Your presentation is clear, concise - very easy to follow and understand. I think it deserves attention. On my shelf and the best of luck with it.

John Harold McCoy - Bramwell Valley

Jane Alexander wrote 783 days ago

I found this an intriguing book. Not necessarily one I would read myself but certainly one that would interest a lot of people. You write easily and clearly and have obviously put a huge amount of thought and study into this. I do wonder about your use of G-d. I know in the Hebrew tradition one avoids spelling out the God names but it's the first time I've come across a Christian doing it. Just curious.
I don't agree with your premise but it's well argued and I'm happy to back you.
Jane
WALKER

MickR wrote 791 days ago

Good writing, excellent topic. I will back it on that. The pitch reminded me of a book I read in the about 25 years ago by a man named Hal Lindsey(I think that is his name). Actually it was 2 books. The Late Great Planet Earth, and Rapture. As I read this the similarities drifted but the idea is the same. How do we interpret the message of the biblical profits to todays events. I think your message will stike a note with many and will have an audience, but the way I read it, it wouldn't hurt to try to make it a more entertaining read. As it is now it reads like a text. Just a suggestion, and my opinion.
Good luck,
MickR - The Nightcrawler

Bradley Wind wrote 801 days ago

Your passion is so apparent in this. You've woven it with great care and I hope it serves as a source for those who want to and need to connect. Best of luck w it!
-=Bradley

T.L Tyson wrote 806 days ago

I thought this was going to be an erotica book from the title. HA!

This rubs me the wrong way. I am being blunt here. I know.
For I do not believe God is in control of humans, humans are in control of themselves. The only way God could have prevented the event of 911 was if he grabbed the planes out of the sky and gently set them down at the airport, then took the terrorists in his mighty hand and spanked them. They say religious motives drove the terrorists, but that is not true, only one thing drives terrorists, hatred. God cannot do anything about hatred, it exists in the world. He gave us free will, and we can execute it as we please. The reverse side is that we have to suffer the consequences of that freewill. Like watching towers fall and people die. (or watching years of oppression in war torn Northern Ireland.)
I don't like George Bush, I don't, he was a shitty president who did a stupid thing. A war on terror? No such thing. Terrorists come in all forms, as you would know being from Northern Ireland, and one cannot execute a war on them. One has to be a complete fool to thing they could fight a war on terror, let alone to think they could win! That said, how could he announce a day of repentance when he governs a country that are birthing more atheists day in and day out? Not only that but saying you have religion, saying you have faith is one thing, actually having it is another. I doubt many "religious" people actually even have religion.
The part about what your family went through is awful. Honestly I feel compassion for the struggles that you went through, and if believing it was God's will helps you, if that is what you believe than I respect that. For me I wouldn't be able to do this. Horrible things happen in this world every day, if those are the things that are God's will then I cannot believe in a God that allows those things.
It seems I have ranted. OOOOPS.
I suppose your book is good. Look at the diatribe I just went on?
You invoked feeling in me, which I guess means that your book, which is non-fiction, served a purpose. Not only that but this is the longest comments I have ever left.
Your writing is up to snuff. This is a tough subject. One I imagine would rub people the wrong way, not imagine, KNOW. I know this will rub people the wrong way. That said, I also know my opinion is only that, my opinion. I also know that this book will resonate well with others.
I admire your faith, for I doubt I could hold onto it if people were throwing bricks through my window.
Good luck with this.
Backed
T.L Tyson_Seeking Eleanor

Suzanne Adams wrote 807 days ago

Speaking as someone with a morbid belief in world-ending armageddon The Whore and her Mother's just grist to my mill!

Ariom Dahl wrote 807 days ago

This is different from most of the other books on this site. I skimmed quickly through the first three chapters and found the writing clear and concise. It's a difficult topic to approach objectively and raises some interesting questions. All the best with it.

Onthedottedline wrote 809 days ago

You argue your case with intelligence and conviction, and this book if a useful contribution to the debate on the validity of predictions and other forms of sooth-saying. You clearly know your subject, and the high standard of your writing lends this book extra credibility. Backed. Best wishes, Tony.

Rosali Webb wrote 809 days ago

I can see you've gone into this at full pelt. You've spent a good few years analysing His Word and you've unleashed a whole indepth 'truth seeker's' Question Time style debate. A lot of research has gone into this. Done well and you're standing your ground. Backed

Keefieboy wrote 809 days ago

Raymond - what a fascinating idea. Your writing is good and you've certainly done your research. My only quibble would be to cut down on the number of exclamation marks.

Shelved for a bit.

Somerled wrote 813 days ago

Hi Ray - Thank you for the privilege of reviewing your story. A book I feel, of the times we live with. A story of wars and corruption, a re-enactment of the eras of empire. Of the book of Revelations, its multiple revisions or misinterpretations, the quotations from the more than 2500 versions of an original message from the ages, their use and abuse. As a means of enforcement or persuasion, quotations ever rewarding as incentives to a world at peace with itself, released from its corruption and violence. The whole story giving a sense of a different world, also related to the other option, a world of hope and shared dreams realised.

Niall
The Tides of Men

Although not my field of interest, I myself refer to the Bible (new testament) as a text with some exellent morals and ethical lessons to live by. Anyone is free to interpret this work as he/she deems to apply it to themselves.
Your writing shows extensive research and thought in the presentation of your ideas. Anyone with theological interests would do well to read your arguments for opinion and debate.
BTW - very catchy title!
Terry

Kevin Alex Baker wrote 815 days ago

Raymond,

Wow. This was very different from anything I've read on Authonomy, yet I was so impressed with the level of detail you give and your breadth of knowledge on the subject. The events of 9/11 have allowed many to theorize about its greater implications, but few have been as well-researched and thorough as you have. Excellent work. Shelved.

Kevin
Head Games

Mascutt wrote 817 days ago

This is great! I am an old fan of Hal Lindsay and your writing reminds me of him. I am happy to help this work along by giving it a place on my shelf :)

David :)

agaian wrote 817 days ago

Hi

Initial impressions? It takes too long to get to the actual prophecies themselves. Also, again being entirely frank, there is way too much use of the 'I' word in the first sections. Over-all, it comes across as both a little rambling and self-indulgent in it's early stages. Some strong editing is, I think, needed. This said, there is power here and I think it's a timely subject and so am happy to Shelve it for a period.

Anthony
('Houses of Sand')

Francesco wrote 820 days ago

As others know I love this sort of stuff; from Icke to Keel to Anton Wilson and dozens more, I devour the stuff like I gobbled up this.
Backed.

Christi Parker wrote 820 days ago

I think this is a must read for anyone with faith.. well written and great analysis. Will come to read more..backed!

Kim Jewell wrote 822 days ago

Raymond - this is a very intriguing piece, expertly researched, brilliantly delivered. You wonderful writing style pulls it all together nicely. Well done - enthusiastically backed!

Kim
Invisible Justice

KitCat1980 wrote 822 days ago

Raymond,

I put your book on my w/l simply because I liked your title! I had no idea what it was about or that it was non-fiction. I’m not sure what I was expecting but it wasn’t expecting a book like this – in the best sense.
As others have said, your prologue is thought provoking. I remember exactly what I was doing that day…
It is way out of my area for normal reads so only got up to chapter 4, but you can see the amount of time and research you’ve out into this – I am in no way qualified to say how accurate it is :O)
You ask your reader some interesting and uneasy questions, good for you!
Backed
Cat
Judas Kiss

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