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Da Vinci Code Hoax The DA VINCI CODE HOAX Jonathan Gray http://www.beforeus.com 2 3 About the author Jonathan Gray has traveled the world to gather data on ancient mysteries. A serious student of pre-history and ancient literature, he has investigated numerous archaeological sites, and has also penetrated some largely un-explored areas, including parts of the Amazon headwaters. Between lecturing worldwide, the author has hosted newspaper columns and contributed to various magazines Illustration Credits If I failed to credit any illustrations reproduced in this book, I offer my apologies. Any sources omitted will be appropriately acknowledged in all future editions of this book. 4 First published 2006 Copyright © Jonathan Gray 2006 All rights reserved Limited portions of this work may be copied for study or review purposes without written permission, provided that the source is duly credited. 5 6 Other books by Jonathan Gray Dead Men’s Secrets Sting of the Scorpion The Ark Conspiracy Curse of the Hatana Gods 64 Secrets Ahead of Us Bizarre Origin of Egypt’s Ancient Gods The Lost World of Giants Discoveries: Questions Answered Sinai’s Exciting Secrets Ark of the Covenant The Killing of Paradise Planet Surprise Witness The Corpse Came Back The Discovery That’s Toppling Evolution UFO Aliens: The Deadly Secret Stolen Identity: Jesus Christ – History or Hoax? Update International Volume 1 Update International Volume 2 Update International Volume 3 Update International Volume 4 Update International Volume 5 The Big Dating Blunder How Long Was Jesus in the Tomb? E-books from http://www.beforeus.com/shopcart_ebooks.html : In Search of Lost Cities Into the Unknown In a Coffin in Egypt What Happened to the Tower of Babel? The Magic of the Golden Proportion 4 Major Discoveries Curse of the Pharaohs 7 CONTENTS Chapter Page PROLOGUE……………………………………………..11 1. Friends of the Priory of Sion - THE CULT INFERNO……………………………...13 2. The investigation begins - THE DA VINCI CODE ACCUSATIONS………….17 3. The great conflict of the ages - THE BIG PICTURE…………………………………28 4. Revenge - THE FURY…………………………………………...36 5. The infiltration plot – THE TAKEOVER BEGINS………………………...47 6. The flag-day contest - BATTLE TO IMPOSE AUTHORITY………………55 7. Altering the Bible - THE ALEXANDRIAN CULT…………………….....66 8. Were some earlier gospels suppressed? - THE “SECRET” BOOKS……………………….....80 9. Jesus-as-God concocted later? - OUTSMARTED IN THE SÉANCE!......................88 8 10. Gospels written early or late? - CRUCIAL TIMING…………………………………98 11. Gospels written early or late? - CLAIMS ABOUT RONALD REAGAN?...........112 12. Gnostic books written early or late? - THE CHICKEN AND THE EGG………………..119 13. Did 4 th century bishops invent the canon? - GUILTY OR NOT?.............................................126 14. Jesus and Mary marriage cover-up? - THE “ROYAL BLOOD” HOAX…………………137 15. Tracing uncorrupted manuscripts - HIDDEN AND SAFE…………………………….153 16. The European takeover - CAMPAIGN TO DOMINATE……………………168 17. The forbidden book - THE HOUSEWIFE’S TRICK…………………….175 18. Asia: safe from Europe - VIOLENCE IN THE EAST…………………….…186 19. Two pure streams match – INTO THE CAVE…QUICK!…………….……….196 20. The counter reformation - OPERATION UNDER COVER………………….212 9 21. Number of mss; & time proximity to originals - EMBARRASSING WIN!....................................220 22. Percentage of text in doubt - 200,000 ERRORS?...........................................226 23. New Testament errors of fact? THE BLOND ON THE TRAIN………..………...233 24. Discovering the author’s signature - WHO WROTE THIS CODE?............................247 25. Discovering the author’s signature – THE CROSS-OVER MYSTERY………………..259 26. Does he care about us now? HAS HE DESERTED US?................................271 27. Lucifer’s final moves – THE BID TO CONTROL YOU!..........................288 28. From fear to confidence – HISTORY’S COMING INTERRUPTION….……307 EPILOGUE……..……………………………..……....317 APPENDIX……………….……………………………318 INDEX…………………….…………………………....368 10 11 PROLOGUE Scandals… cover-ups… and murders. Is Christianity the biggest religious cover-up on this planet? What is the secret that men will kill to protect? When Friends of the Priory of Sion set fire to his school, principal Greg Ryan was determined to discover the truth. One man was to die before all the facts came out. Greg would stumble upon a dark secret that threatened to destroy a powerful organization. Was Jesus as “God” decided by a church-and-politics vote to consolidate power in the 4 th century? Did Leonardo da Vinci embed clues in his paintings that Jesus Christ married Mary Magdalene and had children? Does Christianity suppress women? And why do Christians really observe Sunday – the day of the pagan sun god? Is there a colossal cover-up? To put it bluntly, is Christianity a colossal hoax? Greg Ryan would also find himself puzzling over other intriguing secrets: • Has the Holy Grail been found at last? • What is this rags-to-riches “royal blood” scandal? • Why did a housewife bake a book in the oven? • How did a cloud wipe out a 22,000 strong mob of assassins? 12 • What are the lost cities of Syria? • Mass murders and book burnings - why? • Are there 200,000 errors in the Bible? • How advanced is the Jesuit plot to eliminate Protestant churches? Are you ready for this? So take a deep breath and enjoy one of the most amazing TRUE stories on this planet… 13 1 Friends of the Priory of Sion - THE CULT INFERNO “Al, wake up! Someone’s banging down the door!” Science lecturer Al Coster turned over, sleepily. “Wake up, wake up!” Gloria shook him now. She switched on the bed lamp. “What!...what’s going on?” Al awoke with a start. Then he heard the shouting. Leaping out of bed, he lurched forward. As he neared the door the thumping grew louder. “Al, Al, open up!” He swung the door open. Greg Ryan was facing him. “Quick. Come with me. It’s been blown up!” Al rubbed his eyes. “What…” “The school’s on fire. You’ve gotta come!” Al threw on a coat and staggered to the principal’s car. “Your phone out, or something?” “Sorry, it must have been off the hook,” he replied. The place was an inferno… Al’s classroom gone… and two others. 14 “There was a woman lying right there.” Greg motioned toward the aspen tree just outside Al’s classroom. “And a petrol can. Seems she tripped and knocked her head, getting away.” “Who was it?” “We don’t know yet. She was rushed to hospital. Badly burnt.” * * * * * * * Al reeked of smoke as he ambled in. Gloria and the kids were having breakfast. “No school today,” he said. The police had gone to the emergency ward. Allison Meehan was conscious. She would be questioned about arson. After dismissing staff, Greg had notices put up. Soon he was back at Al’s place. And was still there when the police arrived. “The fire started in your classroom,” said the officer to Al. “Any idea why someone would target your room?” The principal of Thornton High School glanced at Al. “Do you mind if I speak?” he asked. Al stood there, still in shock. Greg faced the officer. “Look, I don’t know if this means anything. But this lady Meehan burst into my office the other day. And was she agitated! She wanted me to fire Al. I said no. She was exploding – almost like she had a hate obsession against him.” The officer eyed Al. “Well?” Al shrugged. Gloria spoke. “Wait a minute, honey. What about that Holy Grail phone call?” 15 “Yes, what’s that?” The officer frowned. “Don’t keep anything back.” “Oh, it’s not much really. I told her I’d uncovered something. And did she fly into a rage!” “Hold it! What did you say to this woman? Do you have any idea why she might have it in for you? What is it you had uncovered?” Al tossed a glance at Gloria. She nodded. “Okay, here it is, officer. You know that book The Da Vinci Code ?” “Go on,” motioned the officer. “It’s spawned a fan club here in Thornton. Allison Meehan has founded a group called ‘Friends of the Priory of Sion’. They’ve taken Dan Brown’s book literally and almost made a cult out of it. Meehan calls herself the Guru. Well I happened to say I had uncovered evidence that the Priory of Sion history in The Da Vinci Code was a fraud. And did she ignite! My phone could have melted!” “Anything else?” “That’s all.” The officer snapped his notebook shut. “If you remember anything else, phone me.” As he drove off, Greg turned to Al. “You know what you’ve done? You’ve burnt down the school with your big mouth. Listen man… I’m going into this, boots and all. I’m going to investigate this Da Vinci Code – and also your whole silly claim against it. Starting tonight. I want to know what’s going on here.” 16 “Yeah, come over,” smiled Al. “Bring Bronwyn with you,” said Gloria. “The children will be going to their grandma for a few days. I’ll have dinner ready at six.” 17 2 The investigation begins - THE DA VINCI CODE ACCUSATIONS “Okay,” teased Gloria as Greg put down his spoon, “you guys go and play in the living room. “We girls will clean up in here.” “I bought that book The Da Vinci Code today,” announced Greg. “No wonder Meehan hates you. It seems Brown’s got a slick argument. And you’re out to spoil it.” “You could say that,” grinned Al. “I told her it was a big con.” “Then I insist we go through this,” said Greg. “Point by point. I see this Brown guy makes some serious claims that need addressing.” “Okay then.” Al moved across to his desk, picked up a pad and pen, then sat down again. “Good,” said Greg.
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