Endorsements: "Art West is in hot water in more ways than one in his
latest adventure. After bathing in the famous thermal springs at
Pamukkale, Turkey, the intrepid Bible scholar and archaeologist is
invited to join an excavation at nearby Hierapolis. A papyrus related to
Papias, the noted second-century bishop, has been discovered. However,
demons unleashed by a cursed papyrus found in a menorah by Art's friend,
the antiquities dealer named Khalil, are poised to attack. A visit to
the Plutonium proves to be a real gas for Art, who must now discover the
diabolical forces seeking to kill him. Papias and the Mysterious Menorah
is a worthy sequel in the Art West series." -Mark Wilson Asia Minor
Research Center Izmir, Turkey "Each of Ben and Ann Witherington's
archaeological thrillers is more enthralling than the last. They deftly
interweave the puzzles of the past with the complexities of the Middle
East today." -Richard Bauckham Emeritus Professor of New Testament St.
Andrews University, Scotland "Ever the pedagogues, Ben and Ann
faithfully serve as highly informed, engaging, and deeply sensitive
stewards of their narrative. Papias truly offers something for
everyone." -Brad Johnson Instructor in Biblical Languages Asbury
Theological Seminary Author Biography: Ben Witherington III is Amos
Professor of New Testament for Doctoral Studies at Asbury Theological
Seminary and doctoral faculty at St. Andrews University, and the author
of over thirty-five books, including New York Times Best Seller The
Brother of Jesus. Ann Witherington is Professor of Biology and
Environmental Sciences at Asbury College. Ben and Ann have been married
for over thirty years and have two adult children, Christy and David.
