Rosslyn Chapel Decoded: New Interpretations of a Gothic Enigma by Alan Butler (E

Description: Rosslyn Chapel Decoded by Alan Butler, John Ritchie In the 15th century a new home was built for the priceless holy relics taken from Jerusalem centuries before - a building that, to the initiated, would explain everything about what had gone before and a structure that would be a recreation of the Herodian Temple on the Mount in Jerusalem. This is Rosslyn Chapel and here are its secrets. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Rosslyn Chapel is a deeply enigmatic 15th-century Gothic masterpiece, situated near Edinburgh. Although generally referred to as a chapel and acting as a local parish church these days, Rosslyn is actually much more than either - and in fact most people who have studied the site in detail come to the conclusion that those who created the structure in the 15th century were not, in reality, intent on building a Christian church at all. In fact, nothing at Rosslyn is what it seems. With its overpowering air of mystery, its superlative stone carvings and its strong Templar and Freemasonic connections, Rosslyn represents one of the most absorbing historical puzzles in Britain. The discovery of new evidence by the authors puts a new slant on the motivations of those who decided to create a New Jerusalem in the Scottish Lowlands. The signs pointed the authors to a lost holy relic - the skull of St Matthew the Evangelist, in whose name the chapel is dedicated. There is startling evidence that this skull came to Rosslyn in the early 15th century, brought there by polymath, librarian and all-round genius Sir Gilbert Hay, who also put together a substantial library.What follows is no less than an adventure, using the clues from the lost books to locate St Matthews skull - now in Washington, DC. The authors also embark on a thorough examination of Rosslyn Chapels credentials, both a Christian church and as an icon of the impending Renaissance, a reconstruction of King Solomons Temple and an astronomical observatory - all suffused with ancient beliefs that would have had the chapels builders burned at the stake if their true motivations had been discovered. Notes A real life adventure to discover the historical secrets held by Rosslyn Chapel. Author Biography Alan Butler has spent 30 years immersed in world history, writing books delving into neglected recesses of the past. Butler is an expert in ancient astronomy and astrology and proficient in interpreting historical symbolism of the sort represented by Rosslyn Chapel. John Ritchie has travelled the world as film cameraman and a stills photographer. These days he is a broadcaster and a successful historian. He brings to this book his keen eye, a peerless knowledge of Scottish history and a trust on the part of its custodians that have given Butler and Ritchie unrivalled access to Rosslyn Chapel. Details ISBN1780284926 Author John Ritchie Year 2013 ISBN-10 1780284926 ISBN-13 9781780284927 Format Paperback Imprint Watkins Publishing Subtitle New Interpretations of a Gothic Enigma Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 726.5094134 Short Title ROSSLYN CHAPEL DECODED Language English Media Book Illustrations col. Illustrations Pages 304 Publication Date 2013-03-14 UK Release Date 2013-03-14 AU Release Date 2013-03-14 NZ Release Date 2013-03-14 Publisher Watkins Media Limited Audience General Edition Description New edition We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:51284831;

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