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A Lull By The Sea

The Book Of Enoch : The Dead Sea Scrolls

Centuries before the common era, in a world grappling with divine mysteries and human fallibility, a profound prophetic work emerged: The Book of Enoch. This ancient text, attributed to Noah's great-grandfather, Enoch, unveils astonishing revelations—from the fall of the Watchers (angels who descended to earth and corrupted humanity) to the detailed workings of the cosmos, vivid prophecies of the Messiah, and the ultimate judgment. Enoch, an antediluvian patriarch who walked with God, acts as our guide through celestial journeys, revealing secrets of creation, the nature of good and evil, and humanity's destiny. His visions paint a stark picture of a pre-flood world overrun by giants and wickedness, but also offer glimpses of divine justice and future redemption. For millennia, The Book of Enoch existed on the fringes of accepted scripture, revered by some early Jewish and Christian communities, yet ultimately excluded from most canonical collections. Its influence, however, resonated deeply, subtly shaping theological thought and apocalyptic literature. Then, in the mid-20th century, a monumental discovery in the caves of Qumran near the Dead Sea brought The Book of Enoch back into the spotlight. Among the thousands of ancient manuscripts unearthed—the Dead Sea Scrolls—were numerous copies of Enochic texts, written in Aramaic and Hebrew. These remarkably preserved scrolls not only confirmed the antiquity and widespread circulation of The Book of Enoch but also illuminated its central role within the Qumran community, believed to be the Essenes, a Jewish sect deeply invested in eschatological beliefs and adherence to divine law. "The Book of Enoch: The Dead Sea Scrolls" weaves together the extraordinary narrative of Enoch's revelations with the thrilling account of the scrolls' discovery and their subsequent impact. It explores how these ancient manuscripts from the Judean Desert provide unprecedented insight into the rich tapestry of Second Temple Judaism, the origins of early Christianity, and the enduring power of apocalyptic vision. By examining the Enochic fragments found among the Dead Sea Scrolls, this book uncovers a vital missing link in our understanding of biblical history, prophecy, and the spiritual yearning for divine truth that transcends generations. It is a journey into an ancient world, a testament to enduring faith, and a thrilling exploration of how buried texts can reshape our perception of the past and our hopes for the future.
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A VILLAINESS NOT BY CHOICE

Lalisa Ayu Kirana, seorang gadis modern berusia 24 tahun, menjalani hidup yang sunyi dan penuh kehampaan. Tanpa keluarga, tanpa teman, dan tanpa tujuan, satu-satunya pelariannya hanyalah membaca novel fantasi di aplikasi favoritnya. Namun ketika ia tertidur setelah membaca bab tragis tentang kematian tokoh antagonis—Isolde Wynterhart—Lalisa bangun di dalam tubuh wanita itu. Sang villainess yang seharusnya mati digantung di tengah kerumunan. Kini, ia adalah Isolde. Putri satu-satunya Grand Duke Utara. Wanita yang dibenci, ditakuti, dan ditakdirkan untuk jatuh karena cinta buta pada Pangeran Kedua. Lalisa tahu akhir dari kisah ini, dan ia tidak berniat mengulang tragedi yang sama. Ia menjauh dari sang pangeran dan saintess yang dipuja. Tapi dunia tempatnya terbangun tidak semudah itu dihindari. Ayahnya, Grand Duke yang dingin, mulai mencurigai perubahan aneh pada putrinya. Para pelayan pun menatapnya dengan takut. Namun sedikit demi sedikit, hubungan yang dulu dingin mulai menghangat. Isolde yang dulu dikenal kejam, kini menjadi pribadi yang berbeda—dan semua orang mulai memperhatikannya. Tapi dunia ini menyimpan rahasia lebih besar dari sekadar cinta kerajaan. Isolde memiliki darah keturunan dewa. Ia kebal terhadap sistem dunia. Dan kini, dunia fantasi ini mulai membuka sistem leveling seperti dalam game—dengan dirinya sebagai kunci kekuatan yang bahkan sang saintess pun inginkan... untuk dihancurkan. Ketika cinta, kekuasaan, dan pengkhianatan bertabrakan, akankah Lalisa tetap menjadi dirinya? Atau… akan tenggelam sebagai Isolde yang sebenarnya? Satu tubuh, dua jiwa. Satu akhir... yang belum ditulis ulang. Jika kau pernah ingin jadi tokoh utama, pastikan kau bukan villainess yang siap digantung.
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