Priests and Warriors

A story of the founding of the eternal nation of Israel, "Priests and Warriors" presents an unprecedented rendering of biblical events. With exceptional and courageous themes, author Walter Joseph Schenck Jr., a prolific biblical scholar, narrates a story filled with violence, sexuality, betrayal, religious conflicts, and corruption.

"Priests and Warriors" unveils the inner core of Joshua's historic references and delves extensively into the lives of Moses, Joshua, Gideon, Ruth, Rahab, and Michael the Archangel as they engage in heroic battles, grand loves, and the sufferings of wanton treachery. Schenck includes detailed descriptions of customs, weaponry, and fortifications. He relays historic events and of the realities of a people set on creating a homeland under the guidance and jurisdiction of divine laws that will eventually lead to worldwide salvation through a single man-the Messiah.

A work of creative nonfiction, "Priests and Warriors" offers a powerful, vivid, and realistic portrayal of historical biblical events and characters.