
A young silversmith in first-century Judea is commissioned to create an ornate chalice to hold the cup from the Last Supper amid the spread of early Christianity and persecution.
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A young silversmith in first-century Judea is commissioned to create an ornate chalice to hold the cup from the Last Supper amid the spread of early Christianity and persecution.
This is a great HF first published in 1952 and set in the first century chronicling the rise and spread of the Christian faith. In order to tell a more authentic story, Costain uses real characters such as Joseph of Arimithea, Luke, Peter ...
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Minor romantic subplot with fade-to-black intimacy.
Depictions of persecution and conflict under Nero; non-graphic.
No profanity or strong language depicted.
Incidental references to wine in historical setting.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes present.
Central Christian themes, biblical figures, faith, and conversion.
Simon Magus depicted performing sorcery and illusions.
Brief references to magical practices tied to Simon Magus.
Conflict between early Christians and Roman authorities.
No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Protagonist sold into slavery; themes of persecution.
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