The Keramion, Lost and Found: A Journey to the Face of God

by Philip E. Dayvault

“Vivid historical writing . . . a fascinating and factual defense for the authenticity of the famous Shroud” (Christian Newswire).   The Shroud of Turin, the traditional burial cloth of Jesus Christ, is either authentic or not. The Keramion, Lost and Found provides new answers to settle that centuries-old debate. In 2000, Philip Dayvault, a former FBI Special Agent, began a quest for ancient oil lamps in a faraway land, but it soon became an epic journey that gave rise to the questions…  Could a small mosaic found in a faraway museum possibly have anything to do with numerous ancient, classical depictions of Jesus Christ?Could it bear an actual image of the God-Man, an image of God incarnate; and, perhaps, be the earliest known portrait image of Jesus Christ?Could it confirm vital, key elements of a 1700-year-old legend surrounding early Christianity?Could it possibly corroborate the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin as the first century burial cloth of Jesus Christ?Could the small mosaic, the ISA Tile, be the actual historical Keramion?  Experience the providential discovery of the “key,” a beautiful mosaic that unlocks some of the mysteries of the Shroud and ancient, classical depictions of Jesus Christ in sacred art. Dayvault instinctively conducted this research from an investigative perspective. Now, ample evidence from this resolute and intriguing pursuit of the truth is finally revealed. With his guide and translator, Hafize, Dayvault traversed Turkey in search of ancient oil lamps, but found something much more illuminating. Be advised, though, you may also find something, perhaps, that you have been seeking all your life . . . the Truth!

321 pages, Kindle Edition

First published February 16, 2016

Reviews

[Margaret Rigby · Rating 3 out of 5]

The Shroud

This was informative but was too repetitive and became rather boring because of that. It is still worth reading, but could have been much shorter without so much repetition.

[Toni Simpson · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Face of Jesus

What a special and exciting adventure. I can imagine your excitement when you first saw the mosaic of our Lord and Savior. I really enjoyed how you were able to put the shroud and the mosaic together. This only adds to our original beliefs.

[Leon Ives · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book. I have always been fascinated with ancient and Biblical history. While in Italy, I visited both the Shroud of Turin church and museum. Many years later, I stumbled upon the author and his excellent book (small world story), which gave me a lot more insight. I highly recommend reading this piece of history. Well done!