Astrology in Ancient Mesopotamia
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
A detailed study of the earliest forms of astrology in Mesopotamia and their far-reaching hermetic influences from the Renaissance to the present day číst celé
Michael Baigent was a New Zealand-born author and researcher focused on speculative history and mysticism. His work delved into the mysteries of religious traditions and hidden societies. Baigent brought a deep understanding of psychology and religious experience to his writing, offering readers captivating and provocative insights. His literary contribution lies in his ability to connect historical enigmas with psychological depth.
A detailed study of the earliest forms of astrology in Mesopotamia and their far-reaching hermetic influences from the Renaissance to the present day číst celé
Bestselling author Michael Baigent delves into the actions of religious extremists aiming to accelerate apocalyptic events in Jerusalem. The narrative uncovers the complex interplay between faith, power, and prophecy, revealing how these groups manipulate religious beliefs to pursue their agenda. Through meticulous research, Baigent examines historical and contemporary figures involved in this phenomenon, shedding light on the potential consequences for the world and the intricate connections between religion and geopolitics.
Exploring a hidden aspect of World War II, this book reveals the existence of a secret enemy of Hitler and the intricate plot to assassinate him. The authors, known for their previous bestselling works, delve into historical conspiracies and the shadowy figures involved in this daring scheme, blending meticulous research with compelling narrative to uncover a lesser-known chapter of the war. The book promises to challenge established historical narratives and provoke thought about the lengths to which individuals will go to change the course of history.
What if everything you think you know about Jesus is wrong? In The Jesus Papers, Michael Baigent reveals the truth about Jesus's life and tackles controversial questions, such as whether or not there is incontrovertible proof that Jesus Christ survived the crucifixion. Twenty years ago Michael Baigent and his colleagues stunned the world with a controversial theory that Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene married and founded a holy bloodline. His bestselling book Holy Blood, Holy Grail (with co-authors Henry Lincoln and Richard Leigh) became an international publishing phenomenon and was one of the sources for Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code. Now, with two additional decades of research behind him, Baigent's The Jesus Papers presents explosive new evidence that challenges everything we know about the life and death of Jesus. Who could have aided and abetted Jesus and why? Where could Jesus have done after the crucifixion? What is the truth behind the creation of the New Testament? Who is working to keep the truth buried and why? explored, studied, and in some instances excavated for the first time, Baigent provides a detailed account of his groundbreaking discoveries, including many never-before-seen photos.
What if everything you think you know about Jesus is wrong? This book reveals the truth about Jesus's life and tackles controversial questions, such as whether or not there is incontrovertible proof that Jesus Christ survived the crucifixion.
The authors trace the history of this intriguing and all-encompassing philosophy - which has much in common with contemporary holistic thought - charting its origin in the Egyptian mysteries, and demonstrating how it continued to exercise enormous influence through the magicians and magi of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
After the Albigensian Crusade against the Cathars of south-west France in 1208, a Spanish monk took up the cudgels by establishing a kind of secret police to ferret out heresy. Thus began the infamous Inquisition. This title tells the story, taking it on into the 19th century and showing how the Vatican attempted to establish new authorities. schovat popis
This text discusses 20 mysteries which challenge our accepted view of history. Topics covered were there ancient contacts between Europe and America?; could Atlantis have existed?; the true age of the great pyramid; was there a worldwide catastrophe around 10,000 BC?
By July of 1944, the Third Reich's days were numbered. Colonel Claus von Stauffenberg, a general staff insider with open eyes (and access to the F?hrer), was convinced that assassinating Hitler was the only way to prevent the destruction of the Fatherland and the deaths of millions. On July 20, he hid a bomb-stuffed briefcase at a high-level meeting. The explosion tore through the room, but a table leg spared Hitler from the blast. The result was a witch hunt, a wave of executions, and a further pointless year of war. Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh deliver ... [a] definitive portrait of the anti-Nazi movement (called "Secret Germany") that almost killed Hitler
The Dead Sea Scrolls were found in caves 20 miles east of Jerusalem in 1947 and 1956. Now Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh claim that many ancient manuscripts, which may offer a new account of the origins of Christianity, have remained hidden.