The Triumph: The Triumph: A Biblical Novel of the Cross and Resurrection

Chronicles of Heaven #4

by Gene Edwards

What happened at Golgotha was more than history. It was a battle that shook heaven, earth, and eternity.



In The Triumph, Gene Edwards presents a sweeping biblical novel that retells the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ through both earthly and heavenly eyes. Moving beyond familiar gospel scenes, Edwards imagines the unseen realm surrounding Christ's final hours-where angels watch in anguish, darkness gathers strength, and eternity holds its breath.



Through vivid narrative and poetic prose, readers



• The agony of Gethsemane seen through heaven's eyes

• The cosmic struggle between life, sin, and death

• The cross as the turning point of all creation

• The triumph of Christ over darkness and the grave



From the councils of angels to the courts of Jerusalem, from Golgotha's hill to eternity itself, this story unfolds with reverence and dramatic power. Edwards draws readers into the mystery of redemption-not as distant observers, but as witnesses to the greatest victory ever won.



Perfect for readers who



• Christian biblical fiction

• Easter and Passion devotionals

• Christ-centered storytelling

• Reflective and poetic spiritual narratives



The Triumph is not merely a retelling-it is an invitation to see the cross and resurrection with fresh wonder.

Genres: Christian, Fiction, Christian Fiction, Spirituality

Kindle Edition

First published January 25, 1995

About the author

Gene Edwards is one of America's most beloved Christian authors. He has published over 25 best-selling books, and his signature work, "The Divine Romance," has been called a masterpiece of Christian literature. He has written biblical fiction covering nearly the entire Bible, with titles that include the following: "The Beginning," "The Escape," "The Birth," "The Divine Romance," "The Triumph," "Revolution," "The Silas Diary," "The Titus Diary," "The Timothy Diary," "The Priscilla Diary," "The Gaius Diary," and "The Return."

Gene grew up in the East Texas oil fields and entered college at the age of 15. He graduated from East Texas State University at 18 with a bachelor's degree in English history and received his M.Div. from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Gene is part of the house-church movement, and he travels extensively to aid Christians as they begin meeting in homes rather than in church buildings. He also conducts conferences on living the deeper Christian life.

Gene and his wife, Helen, reside in Jacksonville, Florida, and have two grown children.

Reviews

[Ownerofmars · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent. Love the entire series.

[Katie Brewster · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book in the series really pulled my heart strings & the tears flowed. I never even considered what it was like in Heaven to see the Lord crucified. These books are imaginary but I really enjoyed them.

[Tawnda Andrews · Rating 5 out of 5]

By far, my favorite in the series. The author’s fictionalized depictions of time especially were thought provoking and I’ve discussed it multiple times with others.

[Aurelie Cremers · Rating 5 out of 5]

what a different way of seeing the resurrection! really loved this.

[Jewel Christmas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exciting!

As usual, amazingly written. An attention holder! Intense. You’ll go thru all emotions, amazement, anger, disappointment, praise….worship, Thanksgiving……just read! Thanks again Gene!

[Ginger · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the best of The Chronicles of Heaven yet. Such a beautiful perspective on what heaven saw as Christ died on the cross and rose from the grave.

Edwards takes the most fictional liberties with this one, but as long as you keep perspective that these are more in line with poetry than theology, they are so enriching.

Almost Narnianesque in mythic proportions. I cannot recommend Edwards enough.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another thought-provoking installment in the Chronicles of the Door series. I love this author and how he is making me think about what could have been going on in the heavenly realm as Jesus was crucified and rose again. I loved it

[Donna Pingry · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I read this years ago for the first time, I was amazed. Gene Edwards made me see the cost and the sacrifice in challenging ways. Tears streaming down my face, all I could say is I get it! Thank you, Gene Edwards.

[Gary · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very entertaining, insightful and thought-provoking "Christian" read. Must be taken as a fictional novel based on a considerable amount of Biblical fact. Above all, moving and inspiring!