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It consists of several sections, including the <strong>Book of the Watchers</strong>, the <strong>Book of Parables</strong>, the <strong>Astronomical Book</strong>, the <strong>Dream Visions</strong>, and the <strong>Epistle of Enoch</strong>. While not considered canonical scripture in most Christian traditions, it has significantly influenced Jewish and Christian thought, particularly regarding angelology, eschatology, and the understanding of spiritual warfare.</p><h3>The Author of the Book of Enoch (1 Enoch)</h3><p>The authorship of the Book of Enoch is traditionally attributed to Enoch, the great-grandfather of Noah, described in <strong><a href="https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Genesis+5%3A21-24&amp;version=ASV">Genesis 5:21-24 (ASV)</a></strong> as a man who </p>
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