Henry Lincoln
Henry Lincoln is a British author, best known for co-authoring the book 'The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail', which was published in 1982. The book sparked widespread interest and controversy with its hypothesis that Jesus Christ married Mary Magdalene and that their descendants became the Merovingian dynasty. Lincoln is also known for his work on the BBC television series 'Chronicle' and his investigations into the mysteries surrounding the French village of Rennes-le-Château.
Books
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1. The Holy Blood And The Holy Grail
The book in question presents a controversial hypothesis about the history of Christianity, suggesting that Jesus Christ may have survived the crucifixion, married Mary Magdalene, and fathered a lineage that later became the Merovingian dynasty of France. The authors weave together a narrative that includes secret societies such as the Priory of Sion and the Knights Templar, proposing that these groups have guarded the truth about Jesus's descendants for centuries. The book combines historical research, religious lore, and conspiracy theory to challenge traditional Christian dogma, positing that the Holy Grail is not a physical chalice but rather a metaphor for the bloodline of Jesus.
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