He struck Hadassah once, breaking her hold, and then kicked her aside. To believe in only one god was not only ridiculous, it was uncivilized. Whole sections of wall were broken down. Have faith. Thousands milled around, looking for relatives or friends. In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. She has the ability to draw me and make me feel like I am IN the story. The first book in the bestselling Mark of the Lion series, A Voice in the Wind brings readers back to the first century and introduces them to a character they will never forget—Hadassah. Most were gaunt with starvation, weak, hopeless. A prudent person foresees the danger ahead and takes precautions. And in the morning, when the Israelites came to the lookout of the wilderness, they saw the bodies of the dead. She could almost hear her mother’s voice. How does your own faith compare? People with integrity have firm footing, but those who follow crooked paths will slip and fall. I recommend this book to male or female, Christian or not. “All is vanity,” as Solomon said and I knew that to be true. This is the time of Rome’s decline and the decadence of a civilization on the verge of self-destruction serves as a powerful backdrop to the Barbarian’s struggle for survival in the arena. It was the touch of God’s hand that made him different from others. “Remember the Lord, Rebekkah,” he had said solemnly. When I was fourteen, my father died and, with no brothers and sisters, it was necessary for me to take over his business. He grasped her arm and yanked her to her feet. Simon’s men would slash him to pieces before the crowd as an example of what became of those who spoke for peace. By the gods, he had relished it, accounting each death as a small token payment for the friends they had taken from him. Others screamed as they were cut down without mercy. While wealthy Roman citizens indulge their every whim, Jews and barbarians are … Some Jews, still stiff-necked against Roman rule, refused their portions in a last and fatal act of rebellion. She thought of the months long ago when they’d made the journey from Galilee, never expecting to be trapped in the city. Both loyal fans and new readers will want the latest edition of this beloved series. One morning, Hadassah was taken with the others outside the city walls. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 2, 2015. The first book in the beloved Mark of the Lion series, A Voice in the Wind brings readers back to the first century and introduces them to a character they will never forget—Hadassah. Definitely a thought provoking read. Really enjoyed this series and this the first one is I think the best one. Set in 70 A.D. Jerusalem, the ill-fated romance between a steadfast Christian slave girl, Hadassah, and Marcus, the handsome aristocrat destined to love her, comes alive in this bestselling epic. Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2018. Tertius gripped his sword harder and glared down at the emaciated young girl covering an even smaller girl. Why was she always the one who questioned and doubted? If anyone acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I will openly acknowledge that person before my Father in heaven. And for all their holy protestations and stubborn persistence, they were a barbaric race. What kind of path was Atretes on? “The Lord will provide.”. You know that.” He had held her close. I am merely her official “photographer and book obtainer”, so I really don’t know anything about what I have ordered and she has read. Why couldn’t he have been sensible this one time and waited out the storm? Bowing her head, she tightened her hands around the corn. The only sound was that of the soldier’s rasping breathing, mingled with screams from down the street. A Voice In The Wind Series. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 4, 2020. How are you different? I've learned so much about Roman society and gladiators. Another door was smashed in. Who are you serving by arguing so against your father?”. “Do not withhold good from those who deserve it when it’s in your. There’s so little time for so many.”, She had clung to him then. She hated Jerusalem. Times were very hard, and I was young and inexperienced, but God was good. The soldier looked up at Tertius, casting a cursory glance over Hadassah and Leah. People’s screams of agony as they burned alive carried across the city, mingling with the horrifying sounds of battle in the streets and alleys. .”. He provided.”. There was a problem loading your book clubs. “God always leaves a remnant,” Mark had said. Seditionist or righteous Jew or even Christian, it will make no difference.” Her eyes blurred with tears. “Even Lazarus has left Judea.”, “I was told he took his sisters and Mary of Magdala to Gaul.”, “I cannot leave Judea. Chilled, she wrapped her arms around her legs and hugged them against her chest as he went on. After working hard to build a career, I came to an insurmountable wall. An old man wrapped in black-and-white striped robes sat alone against the court wall, his lips moving. A Voice in the Wind. I learned how gladiators trained, what their weapons and attire were called and the types of gladiators that fought. When the guard drew his sword, a woman tried to stop him, but he struck her down with his fist, then with one swift stroke, opened an artery in the fallen man’s neck. Watch Painkiller Jane 2005 Online here. They listened at first. I have the rest of the mark of the lion series, F Rivers is such an amazing story teller, I could not put this book down! . Set in 70 A.D. Rome. “I was afraid to go closer.”. When he stepped forward, raising his bloody sword, Hadassah moved swiftly and without conscious thought. As Atretes sets out to return home with his infant son, only one thing stands in his way: Rizpah, a Christian widow who has cared for the baby since his birth. . Mark looked at her hopelessly. Is it possible for a love between Hadassah and Marcus to flourish considering not only their differing stations in life, but also the gap between Hadassah’s unrelenting faith and Marcus’ lack of belief in anything? Please! Francine Rivers has reputedly done her history homework well and I enjoyed this aspect of the book most. I really enjoyed this book and right now I’m going to start the next in the series! He dipped the scoop into the barrel again, pouring corn into the hands of the next in line without taking his eyes from her. In what ways did Atretes become sidetracked? Rebekkah had laid her hand against her husband’s gray-bearded face. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. And she remembered how, as the sun rose, light had reflected off the marble and gold of the temple, turning the structure into a blazing beacon of fiery splendor that could be seen from miles away. In their despair, righteous Jews prayed fervently for Rome to come against the great city. You must have faith, Hadassah. She bit her lip and tried to force the thought away. Please try again. The righteous wept for Jerusalem, the bride of kings, the mother of prophets, the home of the shepherd king David. In what ways do you identify with Julia? Anarchy destroyed Zion, and Rome stood ready to destroy anarchy . Most had heard his story many times before, but there were always those who were new to the faith. Alle boeken van Francine Rivers in één overzicht met boekomslag, flaptekst en publicatie historie. “We are together in him.”. “My father was a good man, a Benjaminite who loved God and taught me the law of Moses,” he began quietly, looking into the eyes of those who sat about him. Wagons were already loaded with golden and silver sprinkling bowls, dishes, wick trimmers, pots, and lampstands. How have you influenced them? And every year, during the last hour of the gathering, her father would tell his own story. Remember the promise. Father called it Gehenna. Lifting her mother’s hand, Hadassah kissed it tenderly. A Voice In The Wind. Through the book, I loved seeing what life might have been like for a survivor of the Roman invasion of Jerusalem - in particular, a Christian Jew.. What the character Hadassah endures, might very well have happened. When Mark went out to find out what was happening, Leah became hysterical. People may be pure in their own eyes, but the Lord examines their motives. She was separate from the others, alone within herself. Vampire Diaries Season 4 Episode 1 Youtube Full Episode. His words drove them mad with hatred. Most inspirational book that transformed my life, Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 6, 2016. Amend my ways. The dead were everywhere. And your children, too.”. Tertius looked at the little girl lying on the floor. It was not the first time he had seen such a look. Something went wrong. The Roman had seen enough death to become hardened by it. REDEEMING LOVE MOVIE: VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE! For all we had, my father gave glory and thanks to God. Once inside, the Jews set their holy place on fire, burning many of the legionnaires to death within it. However, that night, under the cover of darkness, ten legionnaires sneaked through the ruins of the city and took possession of Antonia Tower. It was there that Jerusalem disposed of the dead and unclean animals and dumped the night soil. anywhere. Though torn by her love for a handsome aristocrat, Hadassah becomes a shining beacon of light in the darkness and depravity around her. The Jews had turned it and were driving the Romans back. I love how he read it, but I did speed it up to 1.25 as the book got more and more exciting, I couldn’t wait to get to the next chapter to see what would happen next. “When the Passover came, we closed our small shop and entered the city. It had become so heavy, it felt like a physical weight pulling her into a dark pit. Her mother’s reprimand, though spoken gently, had struck hard. Do not try to fight alone.”. He spoke of the prophets. Stillness fell again. Amazon Barnes & Noble Books-A-Million Bookshop ChristianBook.com Lifeway Parable Tyndale House Walmart, Apple Books ChristianBook.com Google Play Kindle Kobo Nook, Apple Books Audible Audiobooks.com ChristianAudio.com Google Play Kobo Libro.fm Nook Audiobooks. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. And Hananiah knew better than she what the Lord willed for him. Was this pity for a foul Jewess brat? After being sold to a Roman family, she serves their daughter Julia, a selfish, lustful 14 year old. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. I haven’t any answers to why, but I know there is hope.”, The siege wore on, and while life within Jerusalem ebbed, the spirit of Jewish resistance did not. - created at http://animoto.com He had prayed all that morning, and she had been so afraid. Failing, they were destroyed. She would not last long. It was just another place of death and destruction. When he told his story to believers, they wept and rejoiced. Both loyal fans and new readers will want the latest edition of this beloved series. “Is this the will of God, Mark?”, “Father said it is not God’s will that any should suffer.”, “We bear the consequences for what we have done to ourselves, and for the sin that rules this world. Hadassah sat down on the hillside. Titus gave a speech, pausing now and then as the soldiers cheered. She stared with horror at the scene before her. We are part of the body of Christ, and in Christ we have eternal life. The climax left me wondering, 'Is this the end of the faithful servant Haddasah!' What I do is for his good purpose. When Mark returned, he told them of the battle raging within the walls. Romance, fights, action, drama...all wrapped into one! They’re your kinsmen. Brief content visible, double tap to read full content. A Path to Redeeming Love: A Forty-Day Devotional. Book Trailer from Francine River's book A Voice in the Wind. You can read it on its own, but I guarantee that you will have to order the rest of the series when you're through. What were some consequences of those arguments? But Julia’s brother, Marcus, is a different sort altogether. A classic series that has inspired millions of readers worldwide! And then a new, more devastating horror spread through the city as word passed of a starving woman who had eaten her own child. I sensed a faint presence of an all-knowing, all-present God in the midst of the multi-faced evils of the great deceiver. The first book in the beloved Mark of the Lion series, A Voice in the Wind brings readers back to the first century and introduces them to a character they will never forget—Hadassah. Hadassah wanted to jump up and run away, but where could she go? Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. The door opened slowly and Hadassah’s heart leapt in fright, snapping her back to the grim present. Don’t get sidetracked; keep your feet from following evil. A Voice in the Wind is written for … We have met quite a few of them at signings and national events. This book series has blessed my life for so many years now. To Hadassah, the rhythmic cadence of thousands of men marching in perfect formation was terrifying to watch. Why had they ever come to this city? Now she watched in grim horror as one ox after another was killed as a thank offering. The slain oxen were distributed to the victorious army for a great feast. Fools, all of them. They had been nothing but trouble to Rome from the beginning—rebellious and proud, unwilling to bend to anything but their one true god. Mark shuddered, drawing her out of her gloomy thoughts. The character of Hadassah, in particular, shines most bright in this part of the trilogy. Lazarus, his sisters, and Mary Magdalene had been driven out; the apostle John, a dear family friend, had left Jerusalem two years before, taking the Lord’s mother with him. Titilayo Lekan-Agunbiade 11/25/2020 at 5:41 PM. Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. Even had they been offered some, righteous Jews would have refused to eat it. . Smoke burned her eyes and throat. Book 1 in the 3-book historical Christian fiction series by the New York Times bestselling author of Redeeming Love and The Masterpiece. Reckless, impulsive, and villainous, Julia tries to undermine Hadassah at every turn. The look of horror on the girl’s face made Tertius wonder how long she had been cooped up in that house. He could kill both girls with one blow . What would become of them? Some threw rotten vegetables and fruit, some called him mad. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. But death came. How did Julia withhold good from Hadassah, and what was the result? What did he say to you? The first book in the beloved Mark of the Lion series, A Voice in the Wind brings readers back to the first century and introduces them to a character they will never forget―Hadassah. They may reveal her motivations and even challenge you in your own life decisions. Scavenging birds feasted upon them. Please what? “You tried, Mark. Those few who listened to him and managed to evade the zealots in their escape reached the greedy Syrians—who dissected them for the gold pieces they had supposedly swallowed before deserting the city. Above all else, guard your heart, for it affects everything you do. she would live. “There is a path before each person that seems right, but it ends in death” (Proverbs 14:12). As the sun went down and darkness came, she held Leah close, trying to share her warmth. “They’ve ascended the wall!”. Set in 70 A.D. Jerusalem, the ill-fated romance between a steadfast Christian slave girl, Hadassah, and Marcus, the handsome aristocrat destined to love her, comes alive in this bestselling epic. A VOICE IN THE WIND, the first and best of the series, lays the groundwork for the trilogy but stands tall on its own merits as well. It was a-bit draining to spend much of this first episode with Julia (and her selfish-loves), Marcus, their parents, and Attretus, all 'faithful' followers of other gods. His face, weathered from the Judean sun, was hard, devoid of any emotion. Leah fell silent. As the captives watched, the legions formed and marched in tightly drilled units before Titus, who was resplendent in his golden armor. To unbelievers, he was an object of ridicule. Hadassah held her against her chest and rocked her. Lord, I prayed, don’t let me die. When a Roman soldier came over, she scarcely noticed until he tried to take Leah away from her. Why did he hesitate now? It was like a bony claw, limp and cool. But it would not come to pass. In Jerusalem, though, she struggled. She clung to her faith, but still found it slipping away from her. Hadassah knew he was of the Sanhedrin, his robes symbolizing the desert costume and the tents of the first patriarchs. His eyes flickered. A man was screaming and running down the street. While wealthy Roman citizens indulge their every whim, Jews and barbarians are bought and sold as slaves and gladiators in the bloodthirsty arena. When you have nothing else, have faith. Destroy the women and there would be no more warriors birthed. Please try again. Tertius gave the girl a shove. They filled the horizon. More men’s voices. Inclusief informatie over de series en de volgorde van de boeken. Breaking the Sabbath and the laws of God, Eleazar stormed Antonia Tower and murdered the Roman soldiers within it. What do you consider to be “outstanding” about Atretes? What is the basis for unwavering faith? They will give you aid when you are in Jerusalem. He pushed the door closed and sank down, exhausted, against the wall near their sister. A powerful comparison of the corruption of Rome by hedonism, with a parallel to the world we dwell in now. “The Lord is watching over us,” she said and stroked her sister gently. Both she and the child beneath her were still and silent, watching. Synopsis. “I saw Titus,” Mark said dully. I love this book. Hadassah knew Greek. Even the child’s slight weight was too much for her. The Romans drove forward, and the Jews gave ground, luring the Romans into the temple. Hadassah sighed, trying to ignore the burning in her stomach. Her eyes blurred with tears. Casting lots for the priesthood, they turned a house of prayer into a marketplace of tyranny. In what ways did Hadassah rely on God’s unfailing love? Her crowning glory, Papa called it. Prophets were always a diversion. Titus himself placed crowns of gold on their heads and golden ornaments about their necks. Rolling Ladders and high back chairs with a butler just through the next door. Men fell by the hundreds as flames engulfed the Babylonian curtain, embroidered with fine blue, scarlet, and purple thread. Your heart is STILL heavy from those unyielding burdens. Gagging, she closed her eyes and turned away. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! This nation deserved annihilation. She looked peaceful, as though she merely slept, her hair carefully combed, her hands folded on her chest. Uttering a curse, he shoved his sword into the scabbard at his side. “I was so afraid for you,” she whispered with feeling. Then she recognized him, for he touched me and I arose.”. Discuss Atretes’ anger and how it affected his decisions. Her sister’s sweet face was free of fear and suffering. “You will live, but you will not thank me for it.”. Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2016. It was a common language among the Roman legionnaires and so was heard all over Judea. What kind of friends did Marcus keep, and what influence did they have on him? A door was smashed open not far away. A Voice in the Wind takes listeners into a richly imagined ancient Rome in the midst of its great decline. “It is not possible for men to avoid fate, even when they see it beforehand.”. Zealots closed the gates, trapping them inside. The night before they had entered Jerusalem, her father set up camp on a hillside within sight of Mount Moriah, where Abraham had almost sacrificed Isaac. “We can gather our thoughts, but the Lord gives the right answer” (Proverbs 16:1). The first novel of the series was titled ‘A Voice in the Wind’ which was … A litany of comforting lies, for the world was crumbling around them. “A Voice in the Wind” by Francine Rivers: https://amzn.to/35MfD6K Mark of the Lion Series … I highly recommend this book both as an encouragement to every believer as well as a revelation to non-believers. Your feet are STILL cold from the frozen path you've had to walk through. She is indeed the humble heroine of this novel. She remembered that her father had awakened the family at dawn. Women began screaming. The older girl looked up at him, her dark eyes full of fear. Francine is one of my favorite authors. This classic series has inspired nearly 2 million readers. Tertius’ hard mouth twisted in a sneer. Brushing her aside, Tertius lifted the tiny girl easily and gently slung her over his shoulder like a sack of grain. “What good is there in a beating? Father, I am so afraid. A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. One true god. Once a year, he had returned to Jerusalem with his family to gather with other believers in an upper room. Her mother died on the same hot August day that Jerusalem fell, and for two days, Hadassah, Mark, and Leah waited, knowing the Romans would find them sooner or later and destroy them as they were destroying everyone else. There is no peace in this place!”, “It is not the world’s peace I speak of, Hadassah, but God’s. Dazed, her body laced with pain, Hadassah stared helplessly as the soldier carried Leah to a wagon stacked with the bodies of others who had died during the night. she had eaten . “What did you find?” She waited for him to take whatever he had found from his shirt. Choose a favorite moving or disturbing scene and discuss the elements that caught your attention. Her breathing was shallow, her color ashen. The moments occurring in this story are hard to read in the most beautiful way; they pain the heart with truth and reality, moving you deeply over and over again. You can’t bring peace. Torn by her love for a handsome aristocrat, this young slave girl clings to her faith in the living God for deliverance from the forces of decadent Rome. This heart-stirring tale of a young slave girl, torn between her love for a handsome aristocrat and her faith in God, transcends genres with its awe-inspiring power and emotional intensity. What was taking Mark so long? She was not like Father and Mother. Plus, enter to win a copy of the book! “He touched me and I arose.” God’s power could overcome anything. Please try again. .”. 'A Voice in the Wind' whispers the presence and power of God in a world of every-other-gods. Jubilant, the soldiers cried out their acclamations to him time and time again as he came down among them. She pressed further back into the darkening shadows of the small rooms and held Leah. The truth does not go out and come back empty. You and Rebekkah will be in our prayers. Hadassah fought against the despair inside her. In an attempt to divert them, zealots attacked the Romans at the Mount of Olives. “My mother said friends were carrying me along the road to my tomb when Jesus passed by. She let out her breath, relieved to see him. Bruises from your recent falls are STILL fresh. And they had so many questions. He’d still be alive, here in this room, comforting them and giving them hope instead of leaving them to fend for themselves. Thankfully, she was asleep, the agony of slow starvation briefly forgotten. A Levite rent his worn blue and orange tunic and cried out in an agony of emotion, “My God! The Lord heard her weeping and took pity. Synopsis. From the Upper Market Place to the lower Acra and the Valley of Cheesemongers between, the city writhed in revolt. Hadassah struggles to walk in the footsteps of Jesus and to treat her masters in a manner in keeping with His teachings, but she is forced to keep her religious identity a secret in order to survive. How do you think Marcus perceived himself when Hadassah was led into the arena? She heard men’s voices in the street. It was blackened, chunks had been gouged out by siege stones, the gold melted away. How surprised I was, reading my first book by Francine Rivers. “It was not far from here that our Lord was crucified.”, Mark pushed his hand back through his hair. Heaps of spoils were distributed among the soldiers, then Titus spoke again, commending his men and wishing them great fortune and happiness. Then they would leave the upper room and, as her father walked the family back to the small house where they stayed, Hadassah’s ever-present fear would rise again. Mark of the Lion Series Gift Collection: Complete 3-Book Set (A Voice in the Wind, An Echo in the Darkness, As Sure as the Dawn) Christian Historical Fiction Novels Set in 1st Century Rome, A Lineage of Grace: Biblical Stories of 5 Women in the Lineage of Jesus - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, & Mary (Historical Christian Fiction with In-Depth Bible Studies), An Echo in the Darkness: Mark of the Lion Series Book 2 (Christian Historical Fiction Novel Set in 1st Century Rome), As Sure as the Dawn: Mark of the Lion Series Book 3 (Christian Historical Fiction Novel Set in 1st Century Rome), The Masterpiece: A Novel (A Redemptive, Character-Driven, Contemporary Christian Fiction Romance Novel), The Scarlet Thread: A Novel (The Historical Christian Fiction Story of Two Women, Centuries Apart, Joined through a Journal from the Oregon Trail), Bridge to Haven: A Novel (A Riveting Historical Christian Fiction Romance Set in 1950s Hollywood). And Mark sounded so accepting of death. It would be merciful to kill her and put her out of her misery. Emotion swelled. She had known what he was going to do, what he had always done before. Billy West was born on April 16, 1952 in Detroit, Michigan, USA as William Richard West. She started to cry. Hananiah had spoken these words to her scant weeks ago—though now it seemed like an eternity. He took another step toward her. “Listen to the good news I have to tell you.”. In looking at Marcus’ life and the decisions he made as a result of not knowing God, read the following Bible verses for possible insights into his motivations—as well as finding challenges for yourself, too. “Your great Holy City,” he said and spat into the dust. I am afraid. Her mother had been beautiful once. Yet her father and mother had taught her from birth that Christ had shed his blood as an atonement for the sins of the world, that the law of Moses had been fulfilled in him, that animal sacrifices were no longer needed. 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