Mount Hermon – Fallen Angels, UN Bases, and the Transfiguration | Mt Hermon, Enoch, and the Watchers

Mount Hermon – Fallen Angels, UN Bases, and the Transfiguration | Mt Hermon, Enoch, and the Watchers

Fallen angels, United Nations bases, ancient temples, and the Transfiguration of Jesus: Mount Hermon has served as a profound focal point throughout the entirety of human history. In this exploration, we will examine how these seemingly disparate elements are deeply intertwined.

Mount Hermon is a majestic cluster of mountains featuring three distinct summits, each of which shares a nearly identical elevation. The majority of the mountain range lies within the Israeli-controlled territory that constitutes the Hermon Nature Reserve. Throughout the Bible and various extra-biblical historical texts, Mount Hermon is referenced in numerous significant contexts.

In Psalm 133, the dew of Mount Hermon is famously compared to the dew of Mount Zion. Furthermore, in the books of Deuteronomy 3 and 4, the narrative describes the vast lands captured from the two kings of the Amorites, a territory that specifically included the region of Mount Hermon. According to the Book of Enoch, Mount Hermon is the precise location where fallen angels first descended upon the earth. This site is also where that specific group of angels gathered to swear a collective oath to rebel against both themselves and God, eventually taking wives for themselves in the same manner as the human inhabitants of the earth.

While the Book of Enoch is included in the Ethiopian Bible, it is not considered part of the current canon of the Bible as recognized in many Western traditions today. However, much like other historical texts that we rely upon to understand the breadth of human history, it is evident that there is significant truth contained within texts that exist outside the standard biblical canon. When we acknowledge that the Bible explicitly quotes the Book of Enoch on multiple occasions, and when we systematically compare the accounts found in the Book of Enoch with the established narratives in the Bible, we see that these stories align with remarkable consistency. Consequently, it is reasonable to conclude—and in my opinion, trust—that the Book of Enoch contains historically accurate information.

A primary connection between the Book of Enoch and the biblical text is found in the comparison regarding Enoch chapter 15, verse 3: “Why have you left the high, holy, and eternal heaven, and lain with women, and become unclean with the daughters of men, and taken wives for yourselves, and done as the sons of the earth, and begotten giant sons?” We are familiar with this narrative of the fallen angels creating giants as described in Genesis 6:4. Moreover, in Joshua 12:4-5, we are informed about King Og, a giant who is inextricably linked to the region of Mount Hermon. The text states, “The other king was Og, king of Bashan, and his territory, who was of the remnant of the giants, who dwelt at Ashtaroth and Edrei, and reigned over Mount Hermon.” Thus, we have both the Bible and the Book of Enoch confirming that the region of Mount Hermon was indeed occupied by giants.

Regarding these entities, Enoch 15:8-9 states: “And now the giants who were born from the body and flesh will be called evil spirits on the earth. And on the earth will be their dwelling. And evil spirits came out from their flesh, because from above they were created, from the holy watchers was their origin and first foundation. Evil spirits, they will be on the earth, and spirits of the evil ones, they will be called.” There is a compelling connection to be made between these passages and the Transfiguration of Jesus, which I will explain shortly; however, we must first grasp the broader significance of Mount Hermon and its relationship to Jesus’ ministry.

It appears that Jesus deliberately entered enemy territory when he traveled to Mount Hermon to declare his authority. This site is widely considered the location of the Transfiguration. Even more significantly, this is the place where Jesus revealed to his disciples that he was, in fact, the Messiah. Caesarea Philippi, a city located near the base of Mount Hermon, serves as the setting for this revelation. Matthew 16:13-17 describes the encounter in detail: “When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples saying, ‘Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?’ So, they said, ‘Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.’ He said to them, ‘But who do you say that I am?’ Simon Peter answered and said, ‘You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.’ Jesus answered and said to him, ‘Blessed are you, Simon Barjona, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven.'”

Again, this pivotal moment occurred in Caesarea Philippi, a town situated at the base of Mount Hermon. This event is recorded in Matthew 16, followed by the account of the Transfiguration in Matthew 17. The text tells us: “Now, after six days, Jesus took Peter, James, and John, his brother, led them up on a high mountain by themselves, and he was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his clothes became as white as the light.” Immediately following the Transfiguration, Jesus and his disciples descended from the high mountain—the closest being Mount Hermon—and encountered a boy suffering from epilepsy who was also demon-possessed.

It is highly significant that the very first action Jesus took after coming down from Mount Hermon was to deliver a young boy from a demonic spirit. As the Book of Enoch informs us, demons were the disembodied spirits of the deceased giants. Consequently, it is as if Jesus came face-to-face with the very consequence of the events that occurred at Mount Hermon. He traveled to the base of the mountain, revealed his messianic identity to his disciples, ascended the mountain to experience a supernatural Transfiguration, and then descended to deliver a human being from one of the evil spirits left behind by the fallen angels. It is a profound supernatural confrontation between good and evil, a narrative of such complexity and magnitude that it defies simple explanation.

It is also worth noting that, according to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the name “Hermon” means “forbidden place.” Furthermore, Jerome, the 4th-century translator of the Latin Vulgate Bible, interpreted the term “Hermon” as “anathema.” An anathema signifies something or someone who is intensely loathed, or something cursed by ecclesiastical authority. Another definition refers to a formal ban or curse pronounced by such authority, often accompanied by excommunication. This serves as an almost exact description of the fate of the fallen angels who, according to the Book of Enoch, were essentially excommunicated and cast down at Mount Hermon.

Strange as it may seem, if this mountain did not already possess enough mystery throughout history, its story continues into the modern day with the presence of a United Nations base at its very summit. Often referred to by observers as the “Hermon Hotel,” it remains the highest permanently manned United Nations position in the world. According to the official historical record, when war broke out between Syria and Israel in 1973 in and around Mount Hermon, Israel utilized the mountain as a radar outpost, housing some of their most sensitive and classified equipment. Today, the area remains a buffer zone under the control of the United Nations. This current status leads many to speculate: is the United Nations hiding something? Given the history of the location, is it possible that there remains an opening, a literal or metaphorical connection to the supernatural world—a place they are attempting to monitor or interact with?

This is not necessarily outside the realm of possibility. Throughout human history, various governments have attempted to leverage supernatural forces to gain advantages in warfare and geopolitics. Archaeological connections to Mount Hermon include the Nimrod Castle, which is situated on the southern slopes of the mountain. While the original structure is said to date back to around 30 AD, it was rebuilt in 1228 to serve as a strategic position for a preemptive attack on Damascus. The name “Nimrod” itself invites us to look at biblical history; he was the son of Cush, the grandson of Ham, and the great-grandson of Noah, famously known for building the Tower of Babel in an attempt to reach the heavens—another manifestation of human ambition clashing with the supernatural.

Furthermore, the landscape around Mount Hermon is scattered with ancient temple sites, many of which were shrines dedicated to Baal. These sites are either attributed to the Romans or were built upon by them, following their common practice of constructing their own temples atop existing ancient foundations. The wicked cultures that inhabited the land during those eras built these temples to honor idols, the fallen angels, and the giants.

Another intriguing detail regarding Mount Hermon involves the year 1666, when Louis XIV of France authorized the construction of an observatory in Paris to facilitate the measurement of longitude. This initiative marked the beginning of the Paris zero meridian. Under this original system of measurement—which differs from the modern standard—Mount Hermon is located exactly 33 degrees east of the Paris zero meridian and 33 degrees north of the equator. As we know, the number 33 is frequently used in contemporary culture in various ways to mock Jesus, given that it is widely believed he was crucified at approximately the age of 33. While the exact significance of these numbers remains open to interpretation, their mathematical coincidence is, at the very least, remarkably strange.

The history of Mount Hermon is a tapestry woven with threads of divine intervention, ancient rebellion, and geopolitical intrigue. From the descent of the Watchers to the mount of Transfiguration, the site stands as a sentinel of profound spiritual importance. It challenges us to look beyond the physical geography of the world and consider the unseen dimensions that have shaped our collective human experience. Whether one views these accounts through a purely historical, archeological, or theological lens, the convergence of these stories at a single geographical coordinate cannot be ignored.

The layers of this history continue to accumulate, from the ruins of Baal-worshiping temples to the modern-day radar installations of the United Nations. Each era has left its mark upon the slopes of Hermon, reflecting our ongoing, often desperate, search for authority, power, and ultimate truth. The persistent nature of the site as a focal point suggests that humanity has always felt the pull of its significance, sensing that something of immense importance occurred there—something that altered the course of existence itself.

When we consider the narrative of the giants, the spirits that plague the earth, and the eventual arrival of the Messiah to address these very forces, we begin to see a coherent, albeit intense, struggle that has defined reality since the dawn of time. The fact that Jesus chose the very region associated with the genesis of this rebellion to declare his messianic nature serves as a powerful testament to his mission. It was not merely a declaration of status, but an act of spiritual reclamation—a bold claim of authority over the very “forbidden place” that had served as the headquarters for the opposition to God’s plan.

As we look toward the future, the mysteries of Mount Hermon will likely continue to draw researchers, historians, and truth-seekers alike. The ambiguity of the present-day situation, with international forces occupying the heights of the mountain, only adds to the intrigue. Are we witnessing a continuation of the ancient power struggle, or is it merely the weight of history pressing upon the present? Whatever the truth may be, the legacy of Mount Hermon remains an essential component of the human story—a story that is far more complex, layered, and supernatural than we are often led to believe.

Let these reflections serve as an invitation to look deeper into the texts we often overlook, to ask questions about the places we often take for granted, and to consider the possibility that history is a living dialogue between the seen and the unseen. May we approach these mysteries with both an open mind and a critical eye, always seeking to understand the profound connection between the ancient past and our contemporary world. Your insights and opinions on the enduring significance of Mount Hermon are invaluable as we continue to unpack these complex truths. The most striking aspect remains that at the base of this mountain, at Caesarea Philippi, the veil was pulled back, and Jesus revealed to his disciples that he is, indeed, the Messiah. I hope you find these connections as compelling as I do. Praying that you are all well, and thank you for taking the time to journey through this history with me. God bless.