This work of historical fiction by George Estes tells the story of a young man named Ernest who travels to the Temple of Jerusalem in the time of Christ. With a focus on the religious and political tensions of the era, the novel offers a gripping and engaging tale of adventure and discovery, as Ernest navigates the complicated web of allegiances and loyalties that shaped the world around him.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.