From Iraq to Armageddon [Paperback]

Keith Intrater (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 2003

An in-depth analysis of end-time prophecy concerning the Middle East: what is the spirit of mystery Babylon, how does Jerusalem fit into Middle East prophecy, does the Bible give a deeper reason for the Iraqi War, is the great battle of Armageddon near, can the Jews and Arabs be reconciled.

These and many other fascinating questions are answered by Messianic Jewish scholar Keith Intrater.

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Book Description

Never was a book more needed to unravel the controversies surrounding the conflicts in the Middle East. From Iraq to Armageddon is an in-depth analysis of end-time prophecy concerning this dangerous region of the world. What is the spirit and mystery of Babylon? How does Jerusalem fit into Middle East prophecy? Does the Bible give a deeper reason for the Iraqi War? Can the Jews and Arabs be reconciled? These and many other intriguing questions on prophecy and the Middle East are answered by Messianic Jewish scholar Keith Intrater.

About the Author

Keith Intrater is pastor of El Shaddai Congregation in Frederick, Maryland. His positive and uplifting presentations of the gospel combine an emphasis on dynamic faith, personal integrity, and a Jewish perspective on the Scriptures. Keith holds degrees from Harvard University, Baltimore Hebrew College, and Messiah Biblical Institute. He has served as Principal of Montgomery County Academy and is on the faculty and board of Messiah Biblical Institute. He is the author of Covenant Relationships and The Apple of His Eye. He lives with his wife Betty and their three children.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Destiny Image Publishers (April 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0768421861
• ISBN-13: 978-0768421866
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #293,592 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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52 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Context Of The Coming Conflict., September 11, 2003

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M. D Roberts (Gwent, United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: From Iraq to Armageddon (Paperback)

Written just before the outbreak of the recent Iraqi conflict, this is an excellent book that seeks to unravel the context surrounding the controversies and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, from both a secular and Biblical perspective with considerable attention being given to the area of Biblical prophecy.

The book declares that the second coming of Yeshua (Jesus Christ the Messiah) is connected with a battle over Jerusalem. A battle which the Bible predicts as involving an international coalition of nations attacking Israel, with the central issue being Jerusalem. (There was a time when some found it difficult to imagine such a coalition - indeed there was a time when some found it difficult to imagine the re-birth of the state of Israel.)

The book proceeds to discuss how such a coalition of nations, from many different backgrounds of ethnicity, purpose and political origins could come together with one purpose. Such a possibility is explored with reference being the recent bloc of Islamic nations joining together with the liberal humanist nations of Europe and other regions in a plethora of anti-Israeli resolutions in the UN, especially over the Palestinian issue. A matter which appears to attract more unity and hostility against Israel as each day goes by.

Terrorism and the so called "war against terrorism" being another issue described here in detail which serves to reinforce such an apparent agenda. Much sympathy & appeasement being shown to terrorist entities which profess their cause to often surround any perceived support for alleged Israeli occupation of Palestinian land and Jerusalem. The book citing Islamic claims and Palestinian anti-Israeli propaganda in the UN and the media as having already made Jerusalem the focal point of international conflict.

Another matter addressed is the attempt by certain political/media sources to redefine terrorism, with the phrase that "one man's terrorist is another man's freedom fighter". Much of this now being used to downplay, or justify attacks upon Israelis. The book attempts to define terrorism as "acts of violence purposely targeted at innocent civilians for the purpose of gaining power or influence through widespread intimidation".
Examples of this being cited as the attacks on the World Trade Centre and suicide bombings etc.. Concern is expressed in the manner which our media allows terrorists to be portrayed as "freedom fighters", allowing them to be negotiated with as diplomats instead of terrorists. Distortions repeated so often that the public eventually readily accept them as reality.

One such example cited is that where Israeli troops entered Jenin to deal with the most dangerous Palestinian terrorist cell in the autonomous territories which was responsible for a series of terrorist attacks against Israel. The book describes the ensuing conflict as giving rise to a media propaganda campaign that openly aligned itself with the Palestinian claim that Israeli troops had brutally killed over 500 Palestinians. An opinion described as being accepted as fact throughout the World. A few months later this was discovered to be a complete fabrication with fewer than 50 people killed, most of whom were armed terrorists. Dozens of Israeli troops were also casualties. Despite Palestinian retraction of their allegations amidst uncovered evidence, the damage was done. A number of interviews with Israeli troops involved in this incident are included for reference. The book declaring that terrorism needs propaganda to succeed and that propaganda needs the media. Terrorism essentially being a propaganda war.

This book does not try to whitewash the Israeli government in any way at all, but tries to show the secular/spiritual powers facing Israel and the full and true context of current day events and what the future holds and how each of us will be affected. How each and every Christian should approach this pivotal time in history is also studied, with the second coming & Armageddon very much on the horizon.

The book also discusses the satanic strategy to prevent the return of Jesus to Jerusalem. A strategy that attempts to remove the Jewish/Israeli nation to which He is prophesied to return to, and replace it with "Islamic Land" and an "Islamic state". Either this or the eradication of the Jewish people. The second coming, if successful, signifying the end of the devil himself.

The book deals with the coming international conflict surrounding these issues, quoting the Old Testament Hebrew prophecy in Zechariah 14; v3 to 4, 12, which describes the divine judgement that will come upon the international coalition of forces attacking Israel when "His feet will stand on the Mount Of Olives".

The doctrine of "replacement theology" is treated accordingly and the true place of the Jewish people and the restoration of Israel in relation to the Church/Body of Christ is detailed with Biblical references. The Gentile Church having been "grafted in" to it's Jewish roots. Romans 11;v25 explaining the "blindness in part" that has happened to Israel until the "fullness of the Gentiles has come in".

Recognition of the Biblical context of Israel being described as a submission to the sovereignty of God and not a secular racist preference as alleged by many. The book calls readers to repentance and a personal faith in Jesus Christ whilst encouraging them to interpret the "signs of the times" that we live in. Recommended reading.

16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A book on prophecy to appreciate, July 30, 2005

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FBRobertson "fbrobertson2" (SC United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: From Iraq to Armageddon (Paperback)

I'd have to say this is one of the better books that are out there right now that deal with the End Times prophecies. While Tim LaHaye has some great books, such as his commentary on the Book of Jesus' Revelation, what I like about this book is that it deals with the prospects of the End Times through the eyes of Jewish believers in Christ Jesus who is the Lord and Savior, the way, the only way, to the Father. Such a concept as Messianic Jewish p.o.v. is missing in a lot of commentaries and explorations on Bible that you can pick up in the stores. The author explores the ideas of how what is going on in the Middle East, right now, shows the road that is being paved toward Christ Jesus' return. Any true Christian who desires to understand the last days should pick this book up and appreciate what Messianic Jews have to say about the End Times. Intrater examines the horrors of wars (seen and unseen) going on in the Middle East, circling around Israel, he also examines how the spirit of Babylon and the AntiChrist are coming to the front, along with the coming of the 144,000 Jewish believers who will spread the word after the Rapture occurs. Even if you end up disagreeing with a point or two by the author, you wont be sorry because it helps to understand how a Jewish believer feels toward what is going on in history as of right now and how it leads toward a designated future, designated by the Lord God through His revelations to us in Scripture.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, January 10, 2008

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This review is from: From Iraq to Armageddon (Paperback)

I thought this book was written very well, mixing biblical prophecy's with current events. I especially loved how the author had such zeal for Israel and it's people. One of the best books I have read in a long time as far as prophecy go's ( besides the Bible of course), and I really enjoyed his viewpoint.