The Masada Scroll

by Paul Block and Robert Vaughan

Book Overview

In the great tradition of novels like "The Robe" by Lloyd C. Douglas and, more recently, "Christ the Lord" by Anne Rice and S"tone Tables" by Orson Scott Card, "The Masada Scroll" is bold and reverent, with deep and important meaning for today's world. At the heart of this timely novel is the discovery of a previously unknown gospel that predates the four gospels of the New Testament. The scroll introduces a mysterious symbol that combines the Star of David, the Cross of Christianity and the Crescent and Star of Islam. None of these symbols existed at the time the Gospel was written, adding to the mystery that Michael Flannery, an Irish priest, must unravel. Flannery discovers that the symbol represents the Trevia Dei, or "Three Paths to God." At the heart of Jesus' message is the unity of the paths that lead to God. The true meaning of Trevia Dei has become perverted over the centuries, turning the message of unity into a single path to salvation. But there are those who do not want the message of this wonderful book of light and love brought to our troubled world, who have chosen to separate rather than unite God's children. "The Masada Scroll" is the story of the new Apostles who struggle to bring the simple message of Jesus back into a world desperate for joy. "The Masada Scroll" is a tale of the timeless quest for spiritual truth and redemption. It is a story that will change the way you look at the world and your own heart."

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765313383
• ISBN13: 9780765313386
• Release Date: February 2007
• Publisher: Forge
• Length: 351 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

review of The Masada Scroll

The Masada Scroll keeps the reader on the edge of his seat from beginning to end. The authors skillfully shift the story between present time and ancient times. The characters are finely etched and compelling. The Masada Scroll is a mystery with a twist and a plot that keeps the reader in suspense while reminding him of the humanity that unites us all.

The Masada Scroll

When I first picked up The Masada Scroll and read the flyleaf, I thought it was another book that was written along the same lines as several others, none of which were my favorites, but I was very wrong. From the first turn of the pages the classis Vaughan form jumped out placing me in the time setting of the story line. This classic style coupled with Block's gentle phrasing of historical events exhibit the quality of the two authors with the same mindset, a good story. The weaving of biblically history into an unknown arena of modern adventure and intrigue is the very best I have ever read. The authors skillfully made the transition for the time Christ walked the earth to the present day. I felt like I was at Masada when tragedy struck and when Dismas was writing the sacred scroll that brought major religions under the roof of one God and savior. In my memory I cannot recall such a descriptive event as when Rome burned and the long lines of crosses with crucified beings in the hot afternoon sun. My imagination ran rampant as I was "seeing what occurred." Flannery's religious and personal metal about spiritual truth and redemption is tested throughout the book. As a published author, I found it an impossible book to put down. It is the best book I have read in a very long time. It takes it's place with the great classics setting on that special bookshelf with the "greatest books every written." L. Lee Parmeter Author The Last Tear Drop Lumberton

Kudos to The Masada Scroll

Block and Vaughan are to be commended for a gripping story with timeless relevance for today's reader. Their exploration of the story of the "good thief" crucified with Christ, and the thief's son's role in the formation of the early Christian church resonates with realism. The interweaving of past and present keeps one turning the pages to find out what happens next. At the book's core is the thought-provoking and potentially controversial idea that Jews, Christians and Muslims may each find their own way to the One God.

Great Reading

"The Masada Scroll" is great reading. It held my interest from beginning to end. Found it both thrilling and spiritual. The authors did a skillful job in taking us from the hectic present to the past times during and after the Crucifixion. I love historical novels and I enjoy modern thrillers. "The Masada Scroll" combines both in one excellent book. Looking forward to reading other books by Block and Vaughan.

Journey in time and faith

A wonderful, transporting book. Any truly good novel will quickly invite the reader into another world, whether it is historically based or pure fantasy -- will offer an escape from the "real" world and a memorable experience based on the author's imagination. In THE MASADA SCROLL, it seems two authors have collaborated on this very rich, moving story that moves back in forth in time. I found myself completely engrossed in both the present-day story and the ancient world of Israel in the time of the Roman destruction of the nation, after Christ. I cannot recommend this novel more highly for readers who love thrillers and religious fiction and historical novels. Block and Vaughan are writers who make faith come alive through a marvelous cast of characters. I feel fortunate that I read it; it will stick with me for a long time to come.