Book Review
"Locating
Solomon's Temple" by Norma Robertson is a groundbreaking eBook that
redefines the search for the legendary Temple of Solomon in Jerusalem.
Through meticulous research, Robertson challenges conventional theories
and presents a compelling case for the Temple's location at the southern end of the Temple Mount.
The
author's innovative use of MineCraft to reconstruct the Temple and Fort
Antonia offers a fresh perspective on the ancient architecture and
water systems, providing insights that traditional methods may have
overlooked. "Building the Temple and Fort Antonia, block by block,
according to the ruins of gates, measurements given by Josephus, the
Jewish sources, and the maps of the early explores of the late 1800’s,
revealed so much more about the Temple’s water system, the fort, and
causing further research into the animals, etc. that my understanding
increased greatly during this time."
Robertson's
dedication to accuracy, even within the constraints of MineCraft's
block-based construction, ensures that her findings are both accessible
and reliable. "The only problem was that in MineCraft there is only one
size block and no half blocks or curved blocks. If there were 12 steps I
could only make 6 steps, but I managed to stay within the final
measurements of the overall layout given by Josephus."
The
eBook is richly illustrated with diagrams, maps, and screenshots from
the author's MineCraft models, which have also been featured in a series
of YouTube videos. "Many of the screenshots of the Temple from
MineCraft will be seen in this eBook. These videos can be found at my
YouTube channel “norma robertson”.
Robertson's
work is a testament to her deep understanding of the historical and
archaeological evidence surrounding the Temple Mount. "How can you know
where the Temple was once located? You listen to, and weigh, the known
facts. Not just the facts people talk about that are selling a book or
have an agenda of any sort, but all the facts."
In
conclusion, "Locating Solomon's Temple" is a must-read for anyone
interested in the history of Jerusalem and the quest to uncover the true
location of Solomon's Temple. Norma Robertson's undeniable findings and
research offer a fresh and convincing narrative that is sure to spark
debate and further exploration in the field.