One of the most interesting and controversial apocryphal religious texts not included in the official Bible, for me, is the Book of Enoch; and R.H. Charles’ translation, review, analysis, and comprehensive collection, “The Books of Enoch—The Complete and Original Edition, that also includes The Book of Jasher and The Book of Jubilees,” is a fascinating and compelling read about the apocryphal visions received by this great, great, great, great grandson of Adam who purportedly lived 365 years.

Enoch is attributed with writing books about numerous dream visions that he had. These included God’s punishment for the fallen angels who mated with women on earth; promises for the righteous; visions of God’s glory; sightings of the New Jerusalem; and many more.

From the Biblical Book of Genesis we learn of Enoch’s spiritual faithfulness, “Enoch walked with God; and he was not; for God took him.” This means that at the end of his long life that he ascended into heaven to be with God—which is pretty amazing. If we can interpret this as it is presented, Enoch was a man that God admired and highly appreciated. So, perhaps Enoch’s dream visions were some, like Joseph’s in Egypt, that were God-sent and carry important messages for everyone even today…?

JoyReaderGirl1 graciously thanks NetGalley, Editor/Author R.H. Charles, and Publisher St. Martin’s Press/St. Martin’s Essentials for this advanced reader’s copy for review.

The Books of Enoch: The Complete and Original Edition, which also includes The Book of Jasher and The Book of Jubilees by R. H. Charles, is a compilation of three significant lost books of the Bible. This collection provides valuable insights into the beginnings of early Christianity. It is a captivating read that transports you to a different era and location, filled with information that will undoubtedly enhance your understanding of the Bible.

When I first received this but I couldn’t wait to die then and read all the strange and mystical things I’ve heard about being in this book I was surprised when I got to the second book Jasher in red so many things I already knew or knew about these books are really good I am not a person into religious studies and have a big interest in ancient texts and these apocryphal tales we’re right up my alley I truly enjoyed them and think anyone with a passing interest in our most ancient history and or religious studies will enjoy them. It is a definitely interesting read I also think those who are in to stories about demons the Nephilim and things of that nature what also enjoyed the books of Enoch maybe not jubilee but definitely the first three books which are the books of Enoch. I find stuff like that so very interesting so was happy to receive the sp arc who is even happier to read it and now recommend it. I want to thank the publisher and NetGalley for my free arc copy please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.

Excellent translation of these apocryphal texts! These help build a good historical foundation with the canonical scriptures.

I love reading books of the Bible that are not apart of known accepted works. This will be a book I read more than once and I am glad to have it in my library.

Really interesting! Pretty standard in terms of the Books of Enoch, but if you are into religion and that sort of thing (which I am) I highly recommend.

Interesting read! Really enjoyed the different view point that were presented in The Book of Enoch. It will continue to be a great reference during my studies. Highly recommend and will recommend to friends.
Thank you to Netgalley and the Publisher for this advanced copy of The B0ok of Enoch.

The Books of Enoch by R.H. Charles is an Excellent translation for curious readers. I do think it is a good idea to read texts around an analyzing the topic to get a broader picture of why this text matters within religious studies.