The Divine Journey

When Jerusalem falls and the sacred bloodline faces extinction, an unlikely company embarks on an extraordinary voyage guided by divine providence and ancient prophecy.

Follow Baruch ben Neriah as he chronicles the epic journey of the prophet Jeremiah, the royal daughters Tea Tephi and Scota, and the warrior-prince Gathelus across treacherous seas and supernatural perils. From the burning ruins of the Holy City to the mystical shores of the Celtic lands, witness the transplantation of the Davidic line and the fulfillment of prophecies that will shape the destiny of nations.

This is a tale of faith tested by fire, love blooming amid chaos, and divine purposes unfolding through the courage of mortal hearts. Experience battles against supernatural enemies, the discovery of lost tribes, and the establishment of kingdoms that will endure through the ages.

Epic Elements

  • Divine intervention and supernatural warfare
  • Ancient bloodlines and prophetic fulfillment
  • Celtic mythology and Hebrew tradition
  • Romance, adventure, and spiritual transformation
  • The founding of legendary kingdoms
Jerusalem
Egypt
Kallistê
Iberia
Emerald Isle

Heroes of Legend

Jeremiah

The Prophet

Witness to Jerusalem's fall and guardian of divine revelation, Jeremiah guides the sacred mission with prophetic wisdom and unwavering faith.

Tea Tephi

The Davidic Princess

Eldest daughter of King Zedekiah, blessed with prophetic dreams and destined to establish a throne that will endure through the ages.

Princess Scota

The Warrior Queen

Royal daughter transformed from court princess to skilled warrior, whose courage and love will birth a confederation of nations.

Gathelus

The Red Hand King

Greek prince of Zerahite blood, blessed with supernatural strength and destined to unite the Celtic tribes under divine authority.

Baruch ben Neriah

The Chronicler

Faithful scribe whose records preserve the extraordinary events of this divine mission for future generations.

Korax

The Loyal Guardian

Veteran warrior whose skill and devotion protect the royal company through supernatural perils and earthly dangers.

High King Eochaidh Herremon

The First Ard Rí

Noble king of Éire who recognizes the divine authority of Tea Tephi and unites the island under the sacred Stone. His wisdom and strength establish the foundations of a kingdom that will endure through the ages.

Knights of the Scarlet Thread

The Thirteen Champions

Led by Caratacus the Bold, these thirteen Celtic warriors volunteer for the perilous westward journey. Each brings unique skills—from Caswallon the Swift's reconnaissance mastery to Lugh the Many-Skilled's craftsmanship. United by oath and purpose, they represent the finest martial and spiritual strength of the Celtic peoples.

Fergus mac Roich

Knight-Commander of the Craobh Ruadh

Elite commander of the legendary Red Branch Knights, the most distinguished warriors of Éire. With eyes like the grey-green sea and wisdom earned through generations of noble service, Fergus serves as both guardian and guide, recognizing in the eastern visitors the fulfillment of ancient Irish prophecies.

Cian mac Morna

The Champion of Methuselah's Sword

Elite warrior of the Craobh Ruadh whose bloodline traces back to Machir, the man of war. Protected by divine providence and blessed with supernatural martial prowess, Cian successfully recovers the legendary sword and rescues his long-lost sister Niamh. Now chosen for the ultimate mission to hunt Morrigan the Shadow Weaver, he stands ready to face the greatest supernatural threat to the kingdom.

Caswallon the Swift

Wielder of the Luin of Celtchar

Master scout and reconnaissance expert of the Knights of the Scarlet Thread, renowned for his unmatched speed and stealth. In the depths of Morrigan's palace, Caswallon claims the cursed Luin of Celtchar—a legendary spear that grants otherworldly power at the ultimate price. His sacrifice and courage in the hunt for the Shadow Weaver exemplifies the Celtic warrior's code of honor unto death.

Niamh mac Morna

The Restored Sister

Long-lost sister of Cian, miraculously preserved through years of giant captivity by divine providence. Her rescue marks the fulfillment of personal restoration within the larger divine plan. Under Princess Tea Tephi's compassionate care, Niamh represents the healing power of sisterly love and the triumph of hope over despair.

The Chronicle Unfolds

1

The Last Days of Zedekiah's Reign

The ruling Davidic line of kings ceases to exist in Judah along with Jerusalem's fall...

2

The Prophet's Burden

Jeremiah leads the surviving royal daughters and a remnant from Jerusalem, preparing for a journey to fulfil the Davidic covenant in exile...

3

Chaos in the Camp of the Remnants

Scota's adventure outside the refugee camp leads to a fateful encounter with Gathelus and new alliances on the Egyptian frontier...

4

The Serpent in the Reed (Hophra's Court)

Exiles seek shelter beneath foreign banners, and the daughters of David become pawns in Pharaoh's court. Faith and identity are tested amid the splendour and snares of Egypt...

5

Whispers of Ancient Blood

The lineage of kings is revealed, and the threads of destiny, long separated, begin to weave together once more...

6

The Oracle of the Sea

Divine visions reveal the path of escape, and mortal cunning prepares the way for providence...

7

The Great Escape

The best-laid plans meet the chaos of reality, and providence works through both heroism and hilarity...

8

The Battle at the Azure Sea

Divine providence is tested by ancient evil, and mortal warriors discover the true meaning of faith under fire...

9

The Aftermath of Divine Judgment

The company mourns their fallen, honours their heroes, and discovers the true cost of divine intervention...

10

Miracles and Maledictions

Love blooms amid lessons of war, prophetic dreams trouble the night, and ancient bloodlines reveal their hidden strengths...

11

Shores of Iberia (Spain)

Ancient kinship is revealed, lost tribes are rediscovered, and the Red Hand banner finds its ancestral home among the Celto-Iberians...

12

The Parting of the Sisters

The sacred bloodline divides to fulfil twin destinies, urgent visions compel westward departure, and ancient prophecies speak of kingdoms yet to come...

13

The Landing at Howth

The sacred company reaches the Emerald Isle, ancient prophecies converge with Irish tradition, and dark forces gather to oppose the divine planting...

14

The High King's Court

The sacred company journeys to Tara, ancient prophecies find fulfilment in the seat of Irish kings, and the eternal purposes of the Most High converge with the royal bloodlines of the western isle...

15

The Lia Fáil and the Harp's Echo

The sacred Stone of Destiny is unveiled before the court of Tara, dark sorcery seeks to thwart divine purpose, and the Harp of David breaks the power of malevolent enchantment...

16

Seeds of Discord

The defeat of Maeve's enchantments awakens darker powers, ancient enemies gather in malevolent council, and the forces of supernatural darkness prepare for war against the sacred bloodline...

17

The Gathering Storm

The forces of darkness mobilize for war, yet find themselves harassed by the cunning tactics of thirteen Celtic champions whose guerrilla warfare disrupts every evil design...

18

The War Council and the Sword of Methuselah

The High King convenes his military council to face the gathering darkness, a fierce young warrior seeks the means to combat supernatural evil, and ancient prophecy reveals the location of a holy weapon...

19

The Quest for Methuselah's Sword

The true heritage of Cian mac Morna is revealed, spanning back to the valorous days of Moses and Joshua, and a perilous quest into giant territory leads to both the recovery of a legendary weapon and the rescue of a maiden...

20

The Return of Methuselah's Sword

Cian mac Morna returns bearing the sacred sword alongside his rescued sister, receives divine revelation about his true calling, and the kingdom prepares for the ultimate confrontation...

21

The Hunt for the Shadow Weaver

Cian mac Morna and Sir Caswallon the Swift undertake the most perilous mission of the age, penetrating the very heart of supernatural darkness to confront Morrigan the Shadow Weaver...

22

The Crimson Fury

The Ban is broken and the Hunter becomes the Hunted as ancient powers unleash their wrath upon the mortal realm...

23

The Dragon's Doom and the Final Assault

The dragon Scáthgheal meets his divinely ordained fate, the fortress of darkness falls before the Ark of the Covenant, and the heroic sacrifice of Caswallon the Swift is honoured...

24

The Cleansing Fire and the Heart's Campaign

Divine fire purges the land of ancient corruption, the realm experiences miraculous renewal, and the High King discovers that conquering hearts requires different strategies than conquering fortresses...

25

The Heart's True Victory and the Healing of the Ancient Breach

Love conquers through genuine courage rather than strategic planning, the ancient prophecies find their fulfilment, and the Lia Fáil bears witness to the healing of divisions as old as time itself...

E

The Scattered Seeds

A Letter from Taliesin Ciallmhar the Wise-Tongued to Baruch ben Neriah, revealing the continuing adventures of those who carried the sacred mission to distant shores...

The Ancient World

The Sacred Relics

  • The Stone of Destiny: Jacob's pillow, throne stone of the Davidic line
  • The Sword of Goliath: Ancient sickle sword of supernatural power
  • Methuselah's Sword: The patriarch's blade, forged before the flood with divine power
  • The Luin of Celtchar: Cursed spear of legendary might that grants otherworldly power at the ultimate price
  • The Ark of the Covenant: Divine presence manifest in battle against supernatural enemies
  • Royal Regalia: Crown and scepter of the House of David
  • Sacred Scrolls: Genealogies and prophecies of eternal significance

Supernatural Elements

  • Divine Intervention: Fire from heaven and miraculous deliverance
  • Prophetic Dreams: Visions of future kingdoms and ancient enemies
  • Giant Clans: Nephilim descendants with supernatural malice
  • Spiritual Warfare: Battles beyond the physical realm

Ancient Bloodlines

  • House of David: Royal line of Judah preserved through exile
  • Zerahite Heritage: The Red Hand lineage of Celtic lands
  • Lost Tribes: Scattered children of Israel in western realms
  • Trojan Nobility: Classical heroic traditions merged with Hebrew faith

The Author

Kerman Gild brings together extensive research into ancient history, Celtic mythology, and Hebrew tradition in this extraordinary epic. Drawing from the chronicles of Baruch ben Neriah and weaving together historical possibility with legendary grandeur, Gild combines scholarly attention to period detail with the storytelling power of classical epic literature.

Years of study into the migration patterns of ancient peoples, the genealogies of royal houses, and the spiritual significance of archaeological discoveries inform every page of this remarkable chronicle. From the burning ruins of Jerusalem to the mystical shores of Ireland, The Stone and the Sceptre: A Scribe's Tale represents a unique fusion of historical research and epic storytelling.

About This Work

This novel presents a fictional account based on historical traditions, Celtic legends, and biblical narratives. While grounded in extensive research, it remains a work of imaginative literature that explores the themes of divine providence, royal lineage, and the establishment of kingdoms through the lens of epic storytelling.