Describe and analyze at least three parallels between the harbingers in ancient Israel and modern America.

How and why does Nouriel receive the first seal?

Who is "the prophet," and why does he meet Nouriel so many times? How does he meet Nouriel?

Describe the manifestations of the nine harbingers as they appeared in America.

Why does Nouriel tell his story to Ana?

How is 9/11/01 related to the harbingers and their mysteries?

How does Nouriel's feelings about the harbingers change throughout the novel?