How did Jesus learn what he knew? What Spiritual lessons did the Messiah learn? Who are the Essenes? What does Egypt, India, Tibet and even England have to do with Jesus? What is Christmas really about? Learn the story of Jesus Christ as told from the people who prepared for his birth. Discover stories of romance, love, and danger surrounding his life. Read about the political maneuvers of that age from both the Romans and the house of Herod. Preparations for the birth of the Messiah began many years in advance within a small Jewish sect known as the Essenes. Judith, an essene leader, teacher, and possessor of many unique spiritual gifts, pushes for the conditions that lead to the birth of Ye'shua (Jesus) ben Joseph. Political intrigue, the social climate of the time, natural disasters, internal disturbances and personal experiences all impede her preparations. Yet the event of the Messiah's birth finally occurs amid unexpected miraculous circumstances. Follow along with Judith, Nageb, Mary, Joseph, Elizabeth and many others in this adventure for all lifetimes - the Journey leading to the Cross -- and beyond! This is the first book in a series planned around the life and times of Jesus: Journey Beyond the Cross
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