Synopsis: In this second novel of the series, Art West seeks out
the meaning of the mysterious symbolic number 666 while exploring
sites in Egypt and Turkey. He discovers an inscription in southern
Egypt at the Philae Temple in Aswan, which reads, "He is many men
and no man, towering like the sphinx, dead and alive, but who knows
what he thinks? Back from the Styx; 666." Who is this sphinx-like
man? Could he be relevant to the twenty-first century? These
questions lead Art to investigate possible connections between the
Coptic Gospels and Coptic Orthodox beliefs. In the middle of such
investigations Art is involved in a harrowing prisoner exchange in
Israel at the hands of Hamas, and he discovers the origins of
Christians wearing crosses. He also tangles with the notorious
terrorist El Tigre. Set in the context of Middle East tensions
between Muslims, Christians, and Jews, this fast-paced thriller
explores the meaning of eschatological or "end times" language for
the earliest Christians, who, while trying to spread the kingdom of
God, faced the rising tide of the kingdom of Caesar and his emperor
cult. Along the way West learns some apocalyptic secrets destined
to change his life forever. Endorsements: "Stolen treasures,
murderous adversaries, intellectual detectives uncovering truths of
the deepest value amid middle eastern loves, hatreds, and
rivalries--these are just a few of the things that make this
Witherington thriller gripping, fast-paced, and philosophically
stimulating. 'Roman Numerals' is high stakes intrigue based in the
best real world scholarship. It will grab you at the outset, and
hold you hostage until the very end " --Thomas V. Morris Professor
of Philosophy, Emeritus Notre Dame University "In his second
adventure, the intrepid archaeologist Art West discovers an
inscription mentioning the apocalyptic number 666 at Philae on the
Nile. The search for the solution of this cryptic cipher moves
through Egypt, Israel, Turkey, and America. Noted biblical scholar
Ben Witherington and his wife Ann weave an engrossing story
combining Coptic history, illegal antiquities, terrorism,
professional basketball, and romance. The result is a great read
for those who enjoy the world of ancient history and archaeology."
--Mark Wilson Asia Minor Research Center Izmir, Turkey Author
Biographical Information: Ben Witherington III is Amos Professor of
New Testament for Doctoral Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary
and doctoral faculty at St. Andrews University, and the author of
over thirty-five books, including 'New York Times' Best Seller 'The
Brother of Jesus'. Ann Witherington is Professor of Biology and
Environmental Sciences at Asbury College. Ben and Ann have been
married for over thirty years and have two adult children, Christy
and David.
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