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Summary: You HAVE to read this book!
Review: Anyone looking for connections between religious belief and sightings of UFOs and unexplained phenomena needs to read this book! Michael Heiser puts it all together so well and keeps the values and basic principles of Christianity in tact throughout. The book has a very loving look on the horrible things that take place in the world we live and the culmination of this good and evil is close approaching. If this book is true, you will want to read it to be prepared to understand the implications of what will be happening. Enjoy it!
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Summary: A terrific book - ignore the idiotic naysayers
Review: Hard for me to believe that some of the people reviewing Heiser's book have even read it - or are ambulatory. Lacking theological research? I guess Heiser's PhD in Old Testament isn't enough - huh? Lacking biblical basis? Maybe the intellect who said that in his review wasn't aware Heiser had been censored from the History Channel's show on UFOs and the Bible because he blows people like Barry Downing away (see the author's website). He should defer to real researchers like Jacobs, Greer, and Marrs? Give me a break. Some of the UFO incidents Heiser uses come from Marrs' book, Alien Agenda - I guess the reviewer didn't read that either. Greer? I fail to see what's so cutting edge about a guy who, between wine and cheese parties funded by donations, goes out and meditates to summon UFOs - now there's some real research. Didn't the reviewer ever listen to Greer on the radio? Jacobs? Heiser references him in the book. Sure, he disagrees with him, but what does Jacobs' work give us? Where is the hard evidence for real aliens, as opposed to a spiritual explanation? Jacobs' research proves only one thing - that abductees (at least his) aren't lying. It doesn't prove there are aliens. Logic lesson, please (and you might check medieval abduction reports and the MIT paper on abductees and satanic ritual abuse - for the roughly 50 correlations). A devil behind every bush? Anyone who has heard theological types talk about UFOs will know this book is different (or who has heard the author on Art Bell). Sexual repression? This book gives us a budding, good old fashioned romance. There really are people out there who GROW into relationships (maybe that's as scarce as evidence for aliens). I guess some people only read books where the heroes are screwing everything in a dress. How liberating. But enough of the morons who gave the book few stars in between face twitchings. This is one of the most carefully reasoned, theologically nuanced books I've ever read on any subject - but especially the UFO question. It can't be put in a theological box either. I can't say I agree with everything, but I can say it was very stimulating - and suspenseful. I'll be thinking about this one for a long time to come. If you are looking for pablum, re-read the recent reviews before mine (or maybe Greer's meditations). If you want a page-turner that will leave you both frightened and intrigued even after you're done, get the book.
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Summary: A terrific book - ignore the idiotic naysayers
Review: Hard for me to believe that some of the people reviewing Heiser's book have even read it - or are ambulatory. Lacking theological research? I guess Heiser's PhD in Old Testament isn't enough - huh? Lacking biblical basis? Maybe the intellect who said that in his review wasn't aware Heiser had been censored from the History Channel's show on UFOs and the Bible because he blows people like Barry Downing away (see the author's website). He should defer to real researchers like Jacobs, Greer, and Marrs? Give me a break. Some of the UFO incidents Heiser uses come from Marrs' book, Alien Agenda - I guess the reviewer didn't read that either. Greer? I fail to see what's so cutting edge about a guy who, between wine and cheese parties funded by donations, goes out and meditates to summon UFOs - now there's some real research. Didn't the reviewer ever listen to Greer on the radio? Jacobs? Heiser references him in the book. Sure, he disagrees with him, but what does Jacobs' work give us? Where is the hard evidence for real aliens, as opposed to a spiritual explanation? Jacobs' research proves only one thing - that abductees (at least his) aren't lying. It doesn't prove there are aliens. Logic lesson, please (and you might check medieval abduction reports and the MIT paper on abductees and satanic ritual abuse - for the roughly 50 correlations). A devil behind every bush? Anyone who has heard theological types talk about UFOs will know this book is different (or who has heard the author on Art Bell). Sexual repression? This book gives us a budding, good old fashioned romance. There really are people out there who GROW into relationships (maybe that's as scarce as evidence for aliens). I guess some people only read books where the heroes are screwing everything in a dress. How liberating. But enough of the morons who gave the book few stars in between face twitchings. This is one of the most carefully reasoned, theologically nuanced books I've ever read on any subject - but especially the UFO question. It can't be put in a theological box either. I can't say I agree with everything, but I can say it was very stimulating - and suspenseful. I'll be thinking about this one for a long time to come. If you are looking for pablum, re-read the recent reviews before mine (or maybe Greer's meditations). If you want a page-turner that will leave you both frightened and intrigued even after you're done, get the book.
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Summary: Right on the money - Beware the Watchers
Review: Having read many works in the modern ufo phenomena as well as those from the ancient past, I was pleased and blown away by what Heiser has written. He is so close to the truth that it really is disconcerting - he writes this as fiction (and a damn fine story at that) with every conceivable known fact thrown in - cattle mutes, semitic texts, nanotechnology, Mt. Weather, Area 51, cloning, OBE's, and the list goes on and on.What he pulls off is one of the most enjoyable and thought provoking reads I've had since reading the late FR. Malachi Martin's works and Steven Hawking. Heiser knows his stuff and weaves a tapestry of fine storytelling without allowing the story to loose its purpose. I can't wait for his next book and plan on purchasing a copy of his disertation when he completes that as well. Even though Heiser doesn't have much use for the work of Zechariah Sitchin I highly reccommend checking out the 12th planet. The contribution of these two men on our origins and place in the universe is immense. Check it out, open your eyes, and hold on for the ride - you won't regret it.
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Summary: Informative and earth shatterring
Review: I have just finished reading Michael Heiser's 500 page book, THE FACADE. It is beyond a shadow of a doubt the most intriguing and riveting novel I have ever read.
This plot is a thinly disguised scenario about all aspects of ufology and the intelligence community in the context of our present-day time period. But what makes the book most unique is the author's obvious scholastic knowledge of ancient texts and languages and how they may tie into our present day ufo/political/religious/social order.
As if that were not enough, Mr. Heiser also incorporates an incredible amount of human drama into the story, including all of the good and bad character traits necessary to any good story line. He has done a first class job of presenting an incredible amount of knowledge in a way that will keep any novice or hardened UFO buff glued to the book. The surprise ending will leave you with chills running up your spine - and wondering if there will be a sequel. I can easily see this book becoming a movie, perhaps produced by someone like Mel Gibson.
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Summary: A Fascinating Read
Review: I was surprised to find that I couldn't put this book down. The suspense kept me going to the next revelation of lies and deceptions between the The Group and the team of experts that they kidnapped. The Facade is not only a page-turner, but a provocative read. Although I've found the subject of UFOs and alien contact interesting (for example, I was a big X-Files fan), I thought that was all just science fiction. But Heiser's story presents enough of the evidence that I feel the need to re-examine my beliefs. His presentation of the Biblical material is also eye-opening, and has changed the way I read those passages; still, as a conservative Christian, I believe that Heiser's theology is consistent and well-grounded. In fact, everything in this book is based on fact! The possibility that Heiser's interpretation of those facts is the correct one seems to me highly plausible--and scary. I'm looking forward to the sequel.
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Summary: Reality Check!!
Review: I've always had an inquisitive mind. I have always had an interest in the UFO phenomenon, although I haven't studied it. As a christian, the Left Behind series captivated me and increased my awareness of end times prophesy. I have always been skeptical about the government, their cover-ups and the things they do about which only the most discerning ever have a clue. Previous explanations regarding events in Genesis have rung hollow, usually only being thoughts of the person I was questioning, rather than supporting facts based from other ancient texts. The spiritual world interests me. I've heard too much from very reputable people to think there is nothing going on there. The Facade floored me. I read the book early this year and it has disturbed me ever since. The story was captivating, but the content behind the story and documents proving that content is what's scary. The Facade went much deeper and provided much more insight into what is probably going on around us than the Left Behind Series. It would be less distrubing if Heiser didn't back up his information with so much proof, and if all the data didn't fit together so well. Having read this book, I feel like my eyes have been opened. It seems I read something at least once a week in the news or media that supports or corresponds to the information in the Facade. It will give you a whole new perspective.
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Summary: Absolutely Fascinating!
Review: I've heard people discussing the aliens-as-fallen-angels theory before, but Heiser has heavily documented this treatment of it. This book is essentially an exposition of his thesis in a novel format. It's very cerebral, not alot of action, though there is some, but it keeps you in suspense up until the very end. The end itself is a shocker. The implications in this book, if treated with the intellectual seriousness it deserves, will revolutionize the way Christian doctrine treats the subject of "being made in God's image" as well as end-times dogma. Most of the time, while reading this book, I was thinking, "No way!" over and over again. Any reader who gives this book an honest chance will come away from it with some very disturbing notions about what's happening in the world and how active "EVIL" really is in the modern world.
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Summary: A Wild, Intellectual Ride!
Review: In his book, The Facade, Michael Heiser presents profound, legitimate dimensions to the creation/divine council story that on second and third inspection (I had the Old Testament in hand as I blinked and realized what was happening here) supply possible solutions to intellectual difficulties that have long gone unanswered in my own conventional scrutiny of the Old Testament.
Heiser also poses some oh-so-simple (what I call "duh" questions) problems of the ancient texts that were never expressed in the readings I have examined (ex: Why didn't Eve go screaming into the night at the sight of a talking serpent?).
Michael Heiser's credentials/degrees are unarguably impressive and obviously outstanding-this fact is reflected in the abbreviated letters after his name as well as the impressive scholarship of his narrative. Academically, he is most challenging and difficult to debate. Be prepared for a tale full of twists and turns and one eye-opening adventure!
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Summary: Know Him and Love Him
Review: Mike was a professor of mine in college. The Facade is not just a novel, it is actually a very theologically sound look into something most scholars care to pass over. Mike, with his expertise in ancient texts, is able to see clearly what most of us have not seen at all. This is not "out of left field" sort of hermeneutic - it is solid interpretation of the text and its very real implications. Modernists will have a hard time with this - that is putting it mildly. Yet, anyone who believes there is another dimension to life and we are not all there is - needs to at least consider the validity of this book. After saying that - I have to say - it is an easy read. Mike has really done a great job keeping the reader entertained as well as educated. I read it fast and then read it again. I have recommended it to all of my friends - and I highly recommend it to you.
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