The Altar Of Pergamon

Power, Worship, Empire, and Secrets Beneath Stone

von Jeremiah Daniel

172 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

What if one of the most mysterious places mentioned in Revelation still has something urgent to teach us today?

Rising above the ancient city of Pergamon stood a monumental center of power, worship, politics, and religious devotion. But behind its impressive stonework lies a deeper story-one that reaches into the biblical message to the church at Pergamum and Christ's warning about faithfulness in a culture filled with competing loyalties.

The Altar of Pergamon: Power, Worship, Empire, and Secrets Beneath Stone takes readers beyond legends and sensational claims to uncover the history, archaeology, biblical context, and spiritual lessons surrounding this remarkable ancient city.

Inside, you will discover:

- Why Pergamon became one of the most influential cities of the ancient world- What historians and archaeologists actually know about its famous altar- The meaning and major interpretations of "where Satan's throne is" in Revelation 2- How emperor worship, political power, religion, and civic life intersected- What the story of Antipas teaches about courage under pressure- How compromise can develop gradually in everyday life- Practical tools for recognizing misplaced loyalty, cultural pressure, manipulation, and modern forms of idolatry>More than a journey into ancient history, this book is an invitation to examine the altars we still build today-success, approval, money, comfort, influence, ambition, and belonging.

Blending biblical insight, archaeology, history, Christian reflection, and practical application, The Altar of Pergamon challenges readers to ask one unforgettable question:

When everything around you demands your loyalty, what will remain worthy of your worship?

• Reihe: epubli
• ISBN: 9780557933198
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 21.08.2026
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Lisa Nicole Publishing