Publisher's Synopsis
The Garden of Gethsemane is a novel published in 1882 by George Philip. The story is set in the Holy Land during the time of Jesus Christ and centers around the events leading up to the crucifixion. The main character is a young man named John, who is a follower of Jesus and witnesses the events of the Last Supper, the betrayal by Judas, and the subsequent arrest and trial of Jesus.The novel explores the themes of faith, loyalty, and sacrifice as John struggles to come to terms with the events unfolding around him. He is torn between his love and devotion for Jesus and his fear of persecution by the Roman authorities. As the story progresses, John's faith is tested as he witnesses the suffering and death of Jesus, and he must decide whether to continue to follow his beliefs or to abandon them in the face of danger.The Garden of Gethsemane is a powerful and moving portrayal of the events leading up to the crucifixion, and it offers a unique perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The novel is a must-read for anyone interested in biblical history and the Christian faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
