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Someone at church recommended this book, and curiosity got the best of me, so I read it. I know the facts that are presented are true, but they don't seem particularly prophetic to me, and even if they are, the message seems to be simply for America to turn back to God. One thing that made this book hard to read was that it was incredibly, and I mean incredibly, repetitious. The whole book could have been summed up in a booklet or pamphlet. ( )

UPDATE: Just finished reading this book for the second time via eBook, and it's the way you're going to want to read it. It's loaded with live links to the internet so you can hear or read about the speeches and such that the author provides as references.

This book will really surprise you as you read about all the coincidences around Washington DC and it's political characters and policies. I feel like this is a must read for everyone! If you believe in God, then you believe in the Bible and the end times. This book lays out many premonitions straight from the Bible that have appeared in our government and the building up of America.

This is actually an historical novel based on the voice of a nation, ancient Israel, and a prophesy of the same judgement to other great nations, such as America, who insist on being defiant against God, ISAIAH 9:10:

"The bricks have fallen
But we will build with dressed stones
The sycamores have been cut down
But we will put cedars in their place."

Published in 2011, the author shows, and proves, the fall of ancient Israel parallels the demise of America, with the exact same signs and warnings from God. Nine harbingers, warnings of judgement, were manifested in Israel before its final fall, and this book shows how they are also appearing here in America.

Our judgement began on September 11, 2001, now known as "9/11". This was our first warning. God is asking us to turn back to Him.

[What happened to the rest of my notes? This is incomplete. Oh well, I guess this is long enough.] ( )

This book is presented in the form of a story, but what is contained within the story is real!

Karen's book club book ( )

Must read book. Five Stars. Highly Recommend reading. ( )

Does an ancient mystery hold the secret of America’s future? Does the ancient harbinger bring a prophetic message of what is to come?

Are harbingers revealed in ancient Israel . . . nine specific warnings and omens . . . manifesting in America today? Are there nine specific warnings, revealed by The Prophet, that uncover the puzzle and its implications?

An ominous message? A message of hope? The unfolding narrative examines the Biblical perspective of the parallels between ancient Israel and modern-day America and leaves it for the reader to decide. The eschatological theme is both sobering and thought-provoking.

Highly recommended. ( )

This was an excellent book. I heard it twice on audiobook so far. It explains the Bible and how it relates to the US today. After reading or hearing this in an audiobook, you will know that the United States is definitely under judgement. I plan on reading again if I can get the study guide for it. ( )

I would give this book 4 stars on the content of the book. It is definitely a book that engages the reader in prophecies and the links between Biblical events and our world today.

However, what drew the book down for me was the endless repetition of various elements and the fact that the main character seems exceedingly dense at times. I listened to this book and perhaps that could have been the cause, I’m not sure.

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the ending is good, but the repetition of the book makes it such a drag. Either speed read through the text or listen to the audio. I'm not sure why the "mysteries" were so drawn out, truly the author doesn't think the readers are that thick? Even my young child figured out the "mysteries" before the main character, so part of it is frustrating. You may catch yourself saying, "get on with it already." ( )

What can I begin to say about this book, except, this another book of the kind we have come to expect from Cahn. The Rabi has done it again.

Hitting home, time and time again that America is heading down the path of self destruction and calling upon the wrath of God for her turning her back on Him.

This book touches on political events, natural disasters, wars, crime, you name it and Cahn has touched upon it.

Once more Cahn proves that America must return to her first love, God. Unless she does, she is doomed. The end of this nation will come.

Eye opening. Reaffirming. Commanding. It is a must read for every Christian. ( )

Y'all are crazy ( )

I broke a record reading this book. I quit after only four pages.
In THE HARBINGER, Jonathan Cahn claims that one sentence in Isaiah predicts the disasters that are occurring in the United States, such as 9/11. He says that not believing in and following God doomed us.
Cahn has the right to express his opinion, so I will not discuss that except to mention that belief in a religion often leads to disasters, such as the Inquisition and 9/11. However his writing style leaves a lot to be desired. On page 3 he writes "the table was situated in front of a huge glass window through which one could see a vast panorama of city skyscrapers with similar windows." Architects and designers are paid big bucks so that the windows on buildings do not look the same. There are different shapes, sizes, and sometimes colors. Some are sectioned. Some have drapes, shades, or blinds behind them. Those differences would be obvious to a viewer.
The main character is trying to get support to promote his message. He goes to speak to a woman to get her backing. The conversation proceeds:
"It's a message of alarm."
"An alarm?" She asked. "An alarm of what?"
"Of warning."
"To whom?"
"America."
"Why?"
One would think that in order to sell an idea, especially to reluctant audience, a person would be speaking in sentences and paragraphs and not wait for the other person to pull out the information.
At this point I went online. I looked at reviews and read that his style does not change during the book. I also saw that the author, who has a messianic congregation and who calls himself a rabbi, was never ordained. The use of the title is misleading.
I decided I had better things to do with my time and stopped reading. ( )

Nouriel relates to Ana how he discovered the Harbingers through the help of a prophet: America is headed for God's judgment if they don't pay attention, just like Israel before the Assyrians and Babylonians invaded, and the key is in biblical prophecy.

Where do I start? Let me say straight up that this absolutely fails as a story. There is no plot. There is no character development. The only reasons the characters exist is to have a prolonged, repetitive conversation - that's really all the book is, there's barely anything that's not dialogue - espousing a specific point of view (that, I hasten to add, is not shared by all Christians) that America as the "new Israel" is headed for judgment if we don't return to God, and that events like 9/11 and the stock market crash in 2008 were specific warning signs laid out in biblical prophecy. If this were presented as a nonfiction argument, I actually might have engaged with it more. Though I don't agree with the premise of America as a "new Israel," I'd be willing to engage about the judgment of God on the nations throughout history, and slightly interested in the parallels Cahn draws if not entirely convinced.

But The Harbinger is a sermon masquerading as fiction. I checked out early and found myself getting progressively more annoyed with plot holes the size of craters. Nouriel gets one revelation in the form of a dream that helps him understand the connection between Solomon's dedication at the Temple and George Washington's inauguration, which let's be honest, even in nonfiction form wasn't going to convince me of anything. Sometimes Nouriel's insightfully putting pieces of the "puzzle" together, and other times he's incredibly ignorant - did you really think America began in 1776? Please don't insult my intelligence. Finally, if the prophecy is so important, why does the unnamed prophet literally take years to impart the message to Nouriel? And don't even get me started on the overuse of ellipses... Frankly, I'm surprised that this book is as rated highly as it is even if everyone who read it agreed with everything Cahn says. I don't even know how to rate it. I read most of it in two days yet never would've finished it if I didn't have to. ( )

Rating: 5 Stars

Let me first say that this is NOT a fiction based book. Every detail in this book is real and based upon scripture in the Bible and real events. That said, it is a very intriguing book. You will seriously get goosebumps by reading this. It is remarkable and eyeopening how the Biblical prophesy from the book of Isiah is directed related to the 9/11 attack and the 2008 stock market crash and America's future.

"As the story unfolds, each revelation becomes another piece in a larger and larger puzzle, the ramifications of which are, even now, altering the course of America and the world."

What I liked most about this book, not relating to general message, is the way the book is written. I thought that the 'novel w/ dialogue' adaptation made the overall message easier to read and more engaging.

Overall a great read. I HIGHLY recommend! ( )

This book was an intriguing and fascinating read, a dire warning and call to the people of America and all people everywhere to heed the call of the Great I Am on their lives. Do not discount or dismiss this book as pure fantasy. The author of life should not be ignored or treated nonchalantly when he calls you, he is deadly serious and more real than reality. Life matters, eternity matters. Do something about it. ( )

Mar 17: A friend recommended this several years ago. I'm in the middle of chapter 7 and it's so over-the-top heavy handed that I'm gagging and want to scream. I'll give it a little longer because it was recommended to me by an acquaintance years ago, but right now it looks like it's headed for the gave-up-on pile!
Mar 21:I just can't take it anymore and there's so many better things to read!
This author has no concept of "show me, don't tell me" and I don't appreciate being constantly hit over the head with far right zealous fanaticism. Ugh. recommendation from a friend notwithstanding, I'm giving up and moving on from this trash. ( )

This book definitely made me think! I loved all the cited sources as God's mysteries are revealed including 9/11, our financial woes, and America's founding. The last chapter's surprises are also fun.

I would definitely recommend to any Christian believer and for those who aren't I think you can appreciate the strong correlations of our past and ( )

IT IS SO AMAZING! INCREDIBLE AND SPECTACULAR.. SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS
I ♥♥♥ IT! FAVORITE BOOK EVER! EVERYONE SHOULD READ IT.. MYSTERIES WILL BE REVEALED WITHIN.. ( )

Listen if you dare. I hope you do. The parallels between 9/11 and the destruction of Israel are ominous. I heard and felt the warning loud and clear.

I think reading it yourself might be better than listening to it. ( )

The Harbinger is a mix of genres: religion, mystery, history, theology, and probably a few others. It is very well written and the characters are perfect for the story. The pace is slow and steady but the narrative drives the reader. I found myself trying to read faster just to find the meaning behind the various warnings presented in the story. The author very methodically drew me in- I was right there with the main character searching for answers and trying to understand the harbingers. I think most religious minded people will enjoy the book. ( )

If this book had not been my book club selection, it would not be finished. Apparently the author did spend a good deal of time in researching this tall tale but all it is a book of fiction.

The message is that if you become a Born Again Christian you will be saved on judgement day. I was bapitised a Christian and still practice the Golden Rule as taught in Sunday School. The tale was repeated over and over during the book as one would be brainwashed in a cult. ( )

The Harbinger is definitely not my normal fare, but I read it for my book club this month. This book tells-- in story format-- the unfolding of a prophecy in Isaiah 9:10. The author ties this prophecy for Israel to current events in America, specifically the happenings of 9/11 and the subsequent real estate market crash in 2008.

There are some interesting correlations, and I particularly enjoyed learning more about 9/11 and the details surrounding that fateful day. Not only that, but I enjoyed the tie to the Founding Fathers. The message of the book is one we all need to heed-- turning back to God.

I'm not entirely convinced that everything in this prophecy for Israel is judgement for America. But, I did like the message. ( )

Very good book. A must read for all Christians. ( )

I don't know who this author is nor have I listened to him or read anything by him. I have no clue as to his authority in prophecy nor his trustworthiness in Christian circles. I'm only reviewing the book.

The book starts out slow. In fact throughout the book the writing pace is clunky. This text reads like a novel, but I truly wish the author would have written it as a prophetic warning instead of adding characters. It might have made it easier to to read it as a prophetic warning in the non-fiction/religious section. I'm adding what the book has to say about itself because it says it best.

"The book traces a series of detailed parallels between what has happened in the United States since the 2001 terrorist attacks--including the economic collapse--and Israel's history after it turned away from God. Told in fictional narrative, the book unfolds how nine signs concealed in recent events reveal God's progressive judgment.

Hidden in an ancient biblical prophecy from Isaiah, the mysteries revealed in The Harbinger are so precise that they foretold recent American events down to the exact days. The revelations are so specific that even the most hardened skeptics will find it hard to dismiss or put down. It sounds like the plot of a Hollywood thriller with one exception... IT S REAL."

Noriel Kaplan, the protagonist, meets up mysteriously with a man only known as The Prophet. We don't know anything about him, but he randomly shows up as Noriel is seeking to understand the 9 harbingers as the all knowing one who interprets and reveals its meaning. The story is told to a news reporter who clears her schedule to listen to this difficult to believe story.

The "prophet" will ask a question that requires the 'right' response, the protagonist gives said response and the "prophet" agrees that he's right. Over and over. As he gives him his next seal, he gives a vague clue. It doesn't matter if Noriel figures anything out because the Prophet just shows up and tells him what he needs to know and how it relates to America today.

Some might call this book one of conspiracy theory. Others might believe that this is a prophetic word for today - a call of submission and repentance to God, while others think it's bad hermeneutics. I'm in between the second and the third. I do believe that this was a wake-up call to repent. God always calls people to repent. Since I have not studied the commentaries around those scriptures, I cannot give a solid opinion about the hermeneutics. I'll only say that while on the surface, it seems well researched, I have a hard time making the leap that those same scriptures in Isaiah are specifically about the U.S. But...who knows.

I give it three starts as a book of fiction. The reading in and of itself isn't so great. It's hard to follow, is repetitive, and sometimes boring. But as a book of possible spiritual warning or prophecy, I think it's one we all should consider as a warning. ( )