The Levitical Day of Atonement was a day of penitence, confession, and judgment for Israelites of loyal character and a day of covenant renewal for the nation of Israel. On this day, sin was removed from the tabernacle through the application of sacrificial blood to its altars and compartments, as well as by the dismissal of the goat for Azazel, which carried all the community’s sin to a “barren land.” As it became ingrained in the veil of Jewish consciousness, the Day of Atonement underwent a “process of abstraction” over many centuries leading up to Second Temple times, when the Most Holy Place lay devoid of the ark of the covenant and its mercy seat. Continuing to reverberate in the Jewish imaginaire, the Day of Atonement was received by the authors of the New Testament, including John of Patmos, to whom its sacrificial typology provided irresistible motifs which they used to proclaim “the Christ event.” By utilizing a coherent intertextual approach, this book explores how John wove the Day of Atonement into the colorful literary tapestry of Revelation.

For fans of Lily King’s Five Tuesdays in Winter, a contemporary short story collection that explores the depths of everyday humanity and the universal yearning for new beginnings. Linked by their personal and professional relationships, the characters in these thirteen stories—all set between 1982 and 2012—struggle to achieve happiness and success. A coke-fueled night with a photographer costs a young woman her job in the display department of Bloomingdale’s, but holds a hidden promise. A sculptor tries to resurrect his relationship with an old flame on the same day her best friend is undergoing a bone marrow transplant. An aspiring actress drifts from house-sit to house-sit until an armed robbery at the restaurant where she works makes her question a lifelong pattern of impermanence. Moody, elegiac, and full of longing, with ricocheting themes of desire and loss, A New Day’s stories are steeped in the highs and lows inherent in the pursuit of love and creative expression.

It is long after dark when they arrive at the homestead. Martin knocks frantically on the front door. Almost immediately, the door opens. There stands Martin with his clothes, still drenched in blood. The farmer and his wife stand before him shocked. The woman screams when she sees the blood. Deep grooves are engraved on Martin’s pale face, from grief and suffering. ‘Sir, please can you help me? My baby fell off the wagon, and the iron wheels have crushed him. My wife faints continually, and I haven’t got anywhere else to go,’ Martin pleads with the farmer.

Dive into the misty allure of Echoes, a town where the lines between legend and reality blur as easily as the fog that clings to its shores. "Echoes of the Past," a captivating novella by Philip J Jones, weaves a tale of mystery, young love, and a quest for truth that will keep you turning pages long into the night. Elena Winters thought she'd left her coastal hometown behind, but when personal tragedy calls her back, she's pulled into an investigation as murky as Echoes' ocean tides. As the town prepares for its dazzling annual festival, Elena uncovers a pattern of disappearances that echo through the years, each one whispering of hidden secrets and a dark undercurrent beneath the town's quaint veneer. Enter Nathan Hale—a young detective whose steely gaze and earnest resolve make Elena's heart flutter as much as her reporter's instinct. Together, they delve into Echoes' past, unraveling a tangled history that binds the fate of the town to a secretive society. With the festival drawing near, Elena and Nathan race to piece together clues that are as enigmatic as the shifting sands of Echoes' beaches. But it's not just the mystery Elena has to contend with. Her rekindled friendship with the vibrant and artistic Maggie Reynard brings a splash of color to the gray shades of the investigation. And as Elena gets closer to the truth, she must navigate the complex web of high school friendships, first loves, and a society that has more to hide than anyone knows. Will Elena and Nathan's bond be strong enough to outshine the shadows? Can they expose the truth before the society's grip tightens? "Echoes of the Past" is perfect for young adults who crave a blend of suspense and heartfelt emotion, set against a backdrop of a small town with big secrets. Unlock the mysteries of Echoes and discover a story of resilience, the power of connection, and the courage to face what lies beneath the surface. Your journey to Echoes begins with a single question: Are you ready to listen to what the past has to say?

In these last days, God has brought us a revelation. A hidden message, from the sunrise. The timing is perfect for a world in desperate need to hear from heaven above.

Grace Peterson is desperate, in hiding, and on the run after escaping a shadowy group determined to exploit her extraordinary ability to heal others. Her only lifeline--an unerring telepathic ability she shares with her sister--has been severed, leaving her alone and vulnerable. And time is running out... Enlisted to bring Grace home is Rio, relentless member of the KGI. He's unprepared for his reaction to this wounded, damaged woman, and he's fiercely determined to protect her from those who nearly destroyed her. In Rio, she finds a safe haven, and for the first time...hope. But the mission is far from over. The danger Grace has eluded is fast closing in. And now it's pitching two lovers toward an unfamiliar horizon, with no place left to hide.

Connections is a continuation of Judiths first book LESSONS IN LITTLE THINGS. It contains similar short reflections and poetry. The writings explore Judiths thoughts on what nature has to teach and what life experiences, both joyful and sad, have taught. Her hope is that these writings will lead the reader to a deeper connection with their own strength, their inner light and their Higher Power.

Journey back to the world of Jesus' day and take a historically- sound, culturally-accurate look at the Man, His ministry, and His message.