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From the wilderness of Sinai in the south to Mount Hermon in the north, the question of Yeshua of Nazareth's identity resounds across the ancient land of Israel. Even evil waits to hear the answer. It is in the very air, the storm, and the sea. Zahav, the lonely, unmarried daughter of an old rabbi, waits for the promised Messiah ... waits for love. Her heart is drawn toward Alexander and his young son, who is ravaged by evil forces. But can their forbidden love endure the trials that will show more face them? Susanna and Manaen struggle as they begin their life together. Bitter over an evil act of violence that left him blind, Manaen cannot accept a life of darkness. Will their relationship survive the overwhelming odds? show lessTags
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In this the third book of the series, we're introduced to a whole new set of characters and their pains and struggles. The plot at times tends to be repetitive, e.g. how Zahav got her birthmark. Anyway, we know it's going to end well, and that gives us hope. A delightful story.
NO OF PAGES: 441 SUB CAT I: Historic Fiction SUB CAT II: SUB CAT III: DESCRIPTION: "Who do men say that I am?"
Is Yeshua the Messiah?
Then why won't Yeshua prove himself?
And why does he leave his people to suffer?
From the wilderness of Sinai in the south to Mount Hermon in the north, the question of Yeshua of Nazareth's identity resounds across the ancient land of Israel. Even evil waits to hear the answer. It is in the very air, the storm, and the sea. Zahav, the lonely, unmarried daughter of an old rabbi, waits for the promised Messiah . . . waits for love. Her heart is drawn toward Alexander and his young son, who is ravaged by evil forces. But can their forbidden love endure the trials that will face them?
Susanna and Manaen show more struggle as they begin their life together. Bitter over an evil act of violence that left him blind, Manaen cannot accept a life of darkness. Will their relationship survive the overwhelming odds?
Can the truth about Yeshua defeat the evil that lurks in the land?NOTES: Purchased from the Amazon Marketplace. SUBTITLE: A.D. Chronicles show less
Is Yeshua the Messiah?
Then why won't Yeshua prove himself?
And why does he leave his people to suffer?
From the wilderness of Sinai in the south to Mount Hermon in the north, the question of Yeshua of Nazareth's identity resounds across the ancient land of Israel. Even evil waits to hear the answer. It is in the very air, the storm, and the sea. Zahav, the lonely, unmarried daughter of an old rabbi, waits for the promised Messiah . . . waits for love. Her heart is drawn toward Alexander and his young son, who is ravaged by evil forces. But can their forbidden love endure the trials that will face them?
Susanna and Manaen show more struggle as they begin their life together. Bitter over an evil act of violence that left him blind, Manaen cannot accept a life of darkness. Will their relationship survive the overwhelming odds?
Can the truth about Yeshua defeat the evil that lurks in the land?NOTES: Purchased from the Amazon Marketplace. SUBTITLE: A.D. Chronicles show less
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Bodie Thoene, has a Ph.D. in creative writing, & with Brock Thoene, is the author of thirty-three novels that include the best-selling series "The Zion Chronicles" & "The Zion Covenant." Together they have won eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Gold Medallion awards. The Thoenes live in Nevada & London, England. (Publisher Provided) With more show more than two dozen novels carrying the byline of Bodie Theone or Brock and Bodie Thoene (pronounced Tay-nee), with more than six million copies in print, and with eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Gold Medallion awards, for over a decade this husband-and-wife writing team has captivated the hearts and illuminated the minds of their enthusiastic readers. The Thoenes have earned Ph.D.'s in creative writing and in history. Bodie's storytelling gifts are supported by Brock's careful research and historical perspective. The resulting novels both inspire and educate, broadening readers' awareness of understanding important slices of history. Their critically acclaimed collaborations will stand as the benchmark in their category for years to come. The Zion Covenant series comprises six novels covering events in Europe leading up to World War II; the five books in The Zion Chronicles describe the events surrounding Israel's statehood in 1948; the three books of The Shiloh Legacy provide an American perspective on the war. The Thoenes made their home in Glenbrook, Nevada, but traveled frequently as they researched historical and geographical settings for their novels. They had three grown children and enjoyed grandparenting. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
Brock Thoene, has a Ph.D. in history, & with Bodie Thoene, is the author of thirty-three novels that include the best-selling series "The Zion Chronicles" & "The Zion Covenant." Together they have won eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Gold Medallion awards. The Thoenes live in Nevada & London, England. (Publisher Provided) With more than two show more dozen novels carrying the byline of Bodie Theone or Brock and Bodie Thoene (pronounced Tay-nee), with more than six million copies in print, and with eight Evangelical Christian Publishers Association Gold Medallion awards, for over a decade this husband-and-wife writing team has captivated the hearts and illuminated the minds of their enthusiastic readers. The Thoenes have earned Ph.D.'s in creative writing and in history. Bodie's storytelling gifts are supported by Brock's careful research and historical perspective. The resulting novels both inspire and educate, broadening readers' awareness of understanding important slices of history. Their critically acclaimed collaborations will stand as the benchmark in their category for years to come. The Zion Covenant series comprises six novels covering events in Europe leading up to World War II; the five books in The Zion Chronicles describe the events surrounding Israel's statehood in 1948; the three books of The Shiloh Legacy provide an American perspective on the war. The Thoenes made their home in Glenbrook, Nevada, but traveled frequently as they researched historical and geographical settings for their novels. They had three grown children and enjoyed grandparenting. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Canonical title
- Third Watch
- Original publication date
- 2004
- People/Characters
- Aaron; Alexander ber Dan; Amos the dwarf; Aunt Flavia; Baralot; Benjamin, the Beggar (show all 67); Carta; Clope; Cobbler's Son; Deborah; Doris; Demetrius, silversmith; Diana; Diomede; Eglon; Elias, the Leper; Elijah; Emet Shepherd; Ha-or Tov Shepherd; Hashim; Heli, of Nazareth; Hero; Herodias; Honey; Ishah; James (Little); James; Jehu; Jerusha; Joanna; John; Jude, brother of James; Herod Antipater (Antipas); King Arteta; Kuza; Lysander; Manaen bar Talmai; Marcus Longinus, the Roman Centurion; Mary, mother of Jesus; Meshek; Methusaleh; Mary Magdalene; Mosheh; Nathaniel; Nefesh; Ona; Onias; Peniel ben Yahtzar; Philip; Philip, the Tetrarch; Pig Herder's Child; Pontius Pilate; Rabbi Eliyahu bar Mosheh; Rabell; Rebecca; Salome; Samuel; Shaman; Shim'on Bar Jonah; Silas; Peter; Simon; Susanna bat Maccabee; Thomas; Tinsmith Boy; Utticu; Zadok, the Chief Shepherd
- Important places
- Caesarea Philippi, Israel
- Dedication
- To all our friends at University of the Nations, YWAM, Kona--
For all your love and prayers--
Aloha and Mahalo Nui Loa. - First words
- It was a miracle she was alive.
- Last words
- (Click to show. Warning: May contain spoilers.)Are all these and other stories as well not found faithfully recorded in the A.D. Chronicles?
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