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'Picknett and Prince are first-class storytellers and their magical mystery tour is totally enthralling' - DAILY MAIL for the Stargate Conspiracy.
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Following on from The Templar Revelation and The Stargate Conspiracy, Picknett and Prince delve more deeply into the secrets of the Priory of Sion. THIS EDITION UPDATED FROM HARDBACK
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
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A fascinating read into the "actual" Priory of Sion, the Sion Revelation dispells the romantic version of the Priory laid out in Holy Blood Holy Grail and the Da Vinci Code. Infact one is almost disappointed to discover that the true Priory is not linked to the Knights' Templar, does not guard the sacred bloodline of Christ and does not include da Vinci and Newton as Grand Masters.
Picknett and Prince argue that the Priory is a front for several other esoteric societies that harbour the desire to create a United States of Europe. Infact the Priory of Sion is predominantly a French group that was founded in 1956 rather than a medeval society with links to the Templars and the Crusades. Even so the actual Priory does have its fair share of shadowy characters and may have included ex French presidents' de Galle and Mitterand among its members. Both men played considerable roles in the formation of what is now the European Union.
The book itself is well researched and written. It is essentially split into two parts. The first dispells the da Vinci Code version of the Priory and the second attempts to unravel the truth behind the real Priory, delving deep into the esoteric (occultist) history of France and then into post war France where the group had its beginnings.
No one knows for sure if the group actually exists or wields the influence that some claim. At the time of writing Picknett and Prince couldn't even name the current Grand Master although one of their contacts claimed to be a member. While I find the book and its theories totally credible I did not find any of the conclusions a "revelation". However, I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in getting another slant on the da Vinci Code phenomenon.
Picknett and Prince argue that the Priory is a front for several other esoteric societies that harbour the desire to create a United States of Europe. Infact the Priory of Sion is predominantly a French group that was founded in 1956 rather than a medeval society with links to the Templars and the Crusades. Even so the actual Priory does have its fair share of shadowy characters and may have included ex French presidents' de Galle and Mitterand among its members. Both men played considerable roles in the formation of what is now the European Union.
The book itself is well researched and written. It is essentially split into two parts. The first dispells the da Vinci Code version of the Priory and the second attempts to unravel the truth behind the real Priory, delving deep into the esoteric (occultist) history of France and then into post war France where the group had its beginnings.
No one knows for sure if the group actually exists or wields the influence that some claim. At the time of writing Picknett and Prince couldn't even name the current Grand Master although one of their contacts claimed to be a member. While I find the book and its theories totally credible I did not find any of the conclusions a "revelation". However, I recommend this book to anyone who is interested in getting another slant on the da Vinci Code phenomenon.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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As someone fascinated by the mystery of Rennes Les Chateau, the Priory of Sion and the Da Vinci Code i read this book with interest. Picknett and Prince debunk many of the myths surrounding Rennes Les Chateau, pointing out that documents concerning King Dagobert, Merovingian bloodlines and the priory of sion are later additions and forgeries. They also take a fresh look at other aspects of the mystery, such as the interest of a Hapsburg Duke in Rennes Les Chateau other less explored areas.
They also debunk some of the theories of more fanciful writers on the subject.
On the downside, the book goes into great depth on the subjects of french politics and secret political groups. I found this these sections of the book quite dense and difficult and i lost some interest and even skipped a few pages. Overall though, its another interesting and well written book from Picknett and Prince
They also debunk some of the theories of more fanciful writers on the subject.
On the downside, the book goes into great depth on the subjects of french politics and secret political groups. I found this these sections of the book quite dense and difficult and i lost some interest and even skipped a few pages. Overall though, its another interesting and well written book from Picknett and Prince
7 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I really belive that a compelling argument is made in this book showing in most cases two sides to each point made. I think the last reviewer should really be asking the question why do people believe in religion at all and who the people really are who you do believe in. This book explores more than the revelations of sion as the implications of the priory of sion show the folly of the religions leaders vainly trying to grasp power.
Very good read
Very good read
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