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The Real Story Behind The Da Vinci Code | The Da Vinci Code Decoded (2006) | Full Film

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Leonardo da Vinci's art hints at skepticism toward Jesus' marital status and critiques of the Roman Catholic Church, with themes echoed in "The Da Vinci Code." The book delves into controversial theories about Jesus, Mary Magdalene, the Knights Templar, and ancient cultural practices, challenging traditional Christian beliefs and narratives.

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Leonardo da Vinci's paintings subtly question the Roman Catholic Church's narrative on Jesus' marital status, sparking intrigue and debate.
Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code" suggests a church cover-up to manipulate Christianity for political gain, linking to historical events and hidden messages in art.
The portrayal of Mary Magdalene in historical texts reflects a struggle for power and influence within early Christianity, reshaping perceptions of women's roles in the church.

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"The Da Vinci Code" uncovers church secrets.

Leonardo da Vinci's paintings contain a message about the Roman Catholic Church, questioning the likelihood of Jesus being married or not.
Mary Magdalene is considered significant due to the fear of her image by church fathers.
Dan Brown's "The Da Vinci Code" suggests a cover-up by the church, with historical footing in reshaping Christianity for political purposes.
The story of a priest in a French village who found a treasure in 1891 is entertaining but raises questions about his sudden wealth.
"The Da Vinci Code" opens with the murder of Jacques Sonier, the curator of the Louvre Museum, tied to protecting his granddaughter from church-related threats.
Jacques Sonier's discovery of parchments with hidden messages led to speculation about a treasure or secret that made him wealthy.
The mystery surrounding Sonier's wealth includes theories of blackmailing the Vatican or receiving donations under strict secrecy.
Sonier's sudden wealth led to accusations of simony, suspension, and eventual reinstatement before his sudden death.
The source of Sonier's wealth is believed to be donations from outside the village under strict secrecy conditions.
The mystery of Sonier's wealth continued after his death, with his housekeeper burning money and taking the secret to her grave, linking to the Prior of Zion and the Maravian dynasty.

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"Unreliable Documents, Alleged Grandmasters, and Hoaxes"

Documents are not reliable evidence, as anyone can create them.
Alleged Grandmasters of the prior of Scion include Jean CTO, belli the painter, Robert Doyle, and Sir Isaac Newton.
Pierre Plantard registered the prior of Scion in 1956, claiming descent from the marav Indian line.
Pierre Plantard claimed the prior of Scion were benefactors of treasure plundered by Emperor Titus from the Temple of Solomon.
Pierre Plantard has been discredited as a charlatan with no connection to the mar inan family.
Pier Plantard's material is considered a hoax, with unclear motives behind it.
Leonardo da Vinci was a Renaissance figure known for his paintings, inventions, and scientific pursuits.
Leonardo da Vinci was critical of the Roman Catholic Church and expressed his views through coded messages in his paintings.
The DaVinci Code is based on the symbolism and hidden messages in Leonardo da Vinci's works.
Leonardo da Vinci is speculated to have created the Shroud of Turin using a primitive photographic technique.

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Unveiling the Controversial Painting: Virgin Mary's Secret

The scene depicted is of Virgin Mary with her arm around a kneeling child, while another child, almost identical, blesses the first child with an angel named Uriel.
This scene is not from the New Testament but a church tradition created to cover up the embarrassment of John the Baptist having authority to baptize Jesus later in life.
The child receiving the blessing has Virgin Mary's arm around them, which is unusual as the Archangel Uriel is traditionally John the Baptist's protector.
The painting contains details suggesting the baby John the Baptist is the one in authority, blessing Jesus, contrary to traditional iconography.
The painting contains a shape formed by rocks emerging from Virgin Mary's head, hinting at a message by Leonardo da Vinci that she may not be a virgin.
The book "The Templar Revelation" and other works explore the symbolism and details in the painting, suggesting deeper meanings.
The authors aim to distinguish between the Christ of faith and the historical figure of Jesus, prompting a reevaluation of beliefs.
The book "Holy Blood, Holy Grail" proposes that Jesus was married, challenging traditional views and sparking controversy.
The possibility of Jesus being married is supported by references in the Gnostic Gospels and the role of Mary Magdalene in the New Testament.
The authors explore the idea of a sacred union between Jesus and Mary Magdalene, drawing on historical and mythological evidence to support their hypothesis.

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"Jesus' Bloodline and Mary Magdalene's Influence"

Jesus likely came from a Jewish background and may have been married, following the biblical command to procreate, potentially having children whose history is now lost.
The authors of "Holy Blood, Holy Grail" initially weren't certain about the existence of Jesus' bloodline but had a revelation based on their deep study of art, legends, and scriptures.
The book suggests a connection between the bloodline of Jesus and the lost bride, which was a missing piece that a prayer community had been seeking.
Mary Magdalene is portrayed as a significant figure in the gospels, with some texts indicating she had a close relationship with Jesus, causing jealousy among other disciples.
The Gospel of Philip from the Nag Hammadi Library implies that Jesus and Mary Magdalene were intimate partners, sparking controversy and leading to the exclusion of certain gospels from the New Testament.
Mary Magdalene's portrayal in history and the church has been influenced by fear of her power and influence, shaping the treatment of women within the church.
The relationship dynamics between Mary Magdalene and Peter, as depicted in various texts, highlight a struggle for power and influence within the early Christian community.
The feminist movement has sought to elevate Mary Magdalene's importance and distance her from negative portrayals, emphasizing her role in Jesus' ministry.
Dan Brown's works, like "The Da Vinci Code," provoke discussions about the differing worldviews of early Christian leaders and the Roman Church, suggesting a divergence in beliefs and practices.
Certain gospels banned by the emerging Church in the 4th century offer potentially purer insights into early Christian beliefs, with some texts revealing controversial details that were later omitted or altered.

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Ancient Cults, Constantine, and Jesus' Resurrection

Ancient cultures like Sumer celebrated symbiosis through deities like Osiris and Isis, Tamuz and Ishar, and Nana, emphasizing the recycling of life.
In these cults, the bridegroom would celebrate with his wife, sister, or bride, later undergoing sacrifice, mutilation, and resurrection after about 3 days.
Many ancient goddess couples in these cults mirrored the sacrificial, nuptial, anointing, death, and resurrection rituals found in later religious practices.
Various dying and rising gods like Dionysus, Tammuz, Adonis, and Osiris predated Jesus, with Osiris closely resembling Jesus in many aspects.
The story of Jesus' resurrection mirrors ancient goddess cults' mystery plays, like the Assyrian rituals of Isis searching for her torn-apart god.
Constantine, often misunderstood, likely never converted to Christianity but saw its potential for political unity in the Roman Empire.
Constantine strategically blended Christianity with existing pagan beliefs, merging holidays like Christmas and Easter to create a unified belief system.
The Council of Nicaea attempted to establish Easter's date, eventually settling on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the vernal equinox.
Constantine's influence led to the destruction of pre-4th-century gospel documents, with the four accepted gospels written 30-120 years after Jesus' death.
The Knights Templar, real historical figures, played crucial roles during the Crusades, occupying the Temple Mount and becoming powerful figures before being exterminated by King Philip IV of France.

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Knights Templar Arrested on Friday the 13th

The Knights Templar faced sudden arrests on Friday the 13th in 1307, with every member in Europe, especially France, being raided, leading to disbelief in their guilt. Allegations in the 19th century claimed they worshipped Baphomet, but their leader, Jacques de Molay, maintained their innocence under torture, predicting the deaths of Philip the Fair and the Pope, both of whom died within a year.

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