Where Did Jesus Die? — Page 57
Chapter Four—Early Documentary Evidence 57 Another young Brother of our Order was dispatched at once to assist the novice who had been watching by the grave of Jesus, to annihilate every trace of the byssus wrap- pings and the medicines and drugs used. When Jesus arrived at the house of our brethren he was faint and weak. His wounds had begun to cause him pain. He was much moved, in that he considered it all as a miracle. ‘God has let me rise,’ he said, ‘that he may prove in me that which I have taught, and I will show my disciples that I do live. ’ (p. 81–82) Jesus Meets Disciples The letter further tells us that Esseer friends took all precaution and care for his safety and helped him by all means so that he was able to meet his disciples in Jerusalem, the valley at Messeda, in the house of Lazarus in Bethania, Galilee and Mount Karmel and other places, and deliver speeches to strengthen them in their belief and work. His speeches and talks, and the news that he was still alive caused a great stir amongst the people. Jews Alarmed It is clear from the letter that the suspicions of Jews that Jesus had survived the cross, were confirmed and they renewed efforts to liquidate him. The letter says in this connection.