A Treasure Deep (46 page)

Some of you may wonder why this book seems to
ignore the presence of other artifacts popularly associated with
the burial of Christ, like the Shroud of Turin or the Veil of
Veronica. Truth is, I purposely avoided including these artifacts
here because their authenticity is still hotly debated and their
inclusion would detract from the flow and message of Perry’s
story.

Still, one set of facts is certain. The
greatest chain of events in history is that linking of the death,
burial, resurrection, and ascension of Christ. Of this there should
be no doubt. Perry Sachs is right in reminding us that what really
matters is the spiritual. Biblical artifacts are fascinating and
instructive, but supremacy belongs to the one to whom those
artifacts point. Jesus was hung upon a cross constructed for
Barabbas.

It was not the cross that was special, but He
who hung on it. The burial linens, face napkin, spices, and other
items associated with the burial of Christ would, if found, surely
be the most valuable objects known. Yet, they are merely
accouterments to that which is really important: the person and
work of Christ.

To Him belongs the glory forever and ever.
And in any world, real or fictional, He remains the focal
point.