The Silent Prophet

A remarkable tale of faith, destiny, and the birth of a legendIn Roman-occupied Judea, an aging couple's prayers are finally answered when an angel announces they will bear a son-decades after they've abandoned hope. Zechariah, a respected Temple priest, is struck mute for doubting this divine message, while his wife Elizabeth embraces the miracle growing within her. As their extraordinary child John grows, he displays unusual spiritual gifts that mark him for a greater purpose.
Raised with both scholarly wisdom and practical faith, he feels an inexplicable call to the wilderness that grows stronger with each passing year. When political tensions rise under Herod's tyrannical rule, John's miraculous origins attract dangerous attention. His parents must navigate a precarious path between nurturing his prophetic destiny and protecting him from those who would exploit or destroy him."The Silent Prophet" is a spellbinding historical novel that reimagines one of history's pivotal moments through the eyes of those who lived it.
With rich historical detail and profound spiritual insight, it explores the untold story behind John the Baptist-the mysterious figure who prepared the way for Jesus Christ. This epic tale of impossible love, divine purpose, and the courage to stand against corruption will captivate readers of "The Red Tent, " "The Dovekeepers, " and "A Voice in the Wind."Discover the powerful story of how one family's private miracle changed the course of history forever.