This major new work constitutes over a decade of intense research. It reveals the original encoded secret about Jesus' relationship with Mary and the conception of a child - a 'secret' that has been hiding in plain sight for two millennia ! Without understanding the theological and political context of Jesus' mission, we cannot begin to understand why the Mary Magdalene controversy is so significant (and worrisome) to Christianity. This "daring" new investigation removes the blinkers of tradition, both academic and religious, to expose a very earthly Jesus and a very profound ambition.
From the book:
"There has been, thankfully, a strange, almost surreal ignition of the social imagination, due to the recent fictitious tale of a murder, a few arcane codes, and an alleged secret about Jesus, Mary, and a child. I, and all biblical scholars working on the fringes of academia (for the relative freedom of expression) owe Dan Brown our gratitude for writing The Da Vinci Code, if for no other reason than it has set a torrent in motion. There will never be such an interest sparked by non-fiction, unfortunately, but we can only hope that new researchers are entering the field with open eyes and open minds – a people’s revolution that will one day affirm the truth that the FG has borne witness to all along."
The Da Vinci Code is just the beginning!
2 PARTS
Part One: Holy Family
An informal summary of the research, focusing on Jesus' plan and the significance of Mary Magdalene, Martha, and Lazarus. Themes include:
- the Messiah ben Joseph tradition
- Jesus' portrayal in the Apocrypha and his "enlightenment" after 30 years abroad
- the intentionally ambiguous relationships between Jesus, Lazarus, and Mary - who married whom? Why was the identity of the father of the child such a secret, even then?
- Martha, Jesus' (first?) wife: the question of polygamy
- the symbolic roles of Mary Magdalene as she transcends from the "virgin-harlot" to the Bride of God
- post-gospel myths and legends surrounding these two female characters
- Lazarus' role as Jesus' 'adopted son' and regent to the new child
- hitherto unrecognized references in Josephus to the characters of Jesus, Mary, and even the child!
- symbolism in da Vinci's The Last Supper - can the same symbols corroborate this research?!
Part Two: The Road to Shiloh
Only the Fourth Gospel retains the encoded tale of the "resurrection" of the Remnant of Israel, the royal lineage of Joseph, and the sacred locus of worship at Shiloh.
…A "turbulent priest," indeed, Jesus creates trouble for the Judean priesthood, and for Pilate, becoming one of the most notorious troublemakers of his time. His controversial actions are recorded in Flavius Josephus’ histories and other Jewish sources.
Surviving the crucifixion, Jesus escapes to Shiloh, along with Mary Magdalene, Lazarus, and the young child.
Themes include:
- Jesus' role as High Priest and the King of Israel
- probable locations of the Ark of the Covenant, crucifixion, burial, and "mercy seat"
- paschal pardon - evidence in Josephus reveals a paschal tradition that might surprise you
- the symbolic use of dates, times, weights & measures
- blending and use of oils (anointing)
- the seven 'signs' ("miracles")
- the mysterious place called "Arzareth"
- why Peter was not chosen to succeed Jesus
- the significant link to 2 Esdras
- the roles of Pontius Pilate, Annas, and Caiaphas
- explanations of terms such as "Gabbatha" and "parakletos"
- the vital significance of the Pool of Siloam
- how commission names are attributed to each character
- the resentment and hostility of Paul
- the use of numerology in the 'encoded secret'
- the Qumran connection and the relationship between Jesus & John the Baptist
- Judas' affiliation and purpose
- the final resting place of Jesus, the man
...and much more!
