The Book Of Kings I and II
by Dali098
The two Books of Kings are regarded by many as the last part of a work commonly known as the Deuteronomistic History. The latter tells the story of Israel from its settlement in the land (Joshua and Judges) through the transition from judgeship to monarchy under Samuel, Saul, and David (1 and 2 Samuel) to the reign of Solomon, the disintegration of the united kingdom into the kingdoms of Israel and Judah and the eventual downfall of both kingdoms (1 and 2 Kings). The Deuteronomistic History alon…
The Book of Chronicles
by Dali098
The Greek title, paraleipomena, means “things omitted,” or “passed over” (i.e., in the accounts found in Samuel and Kings). The Books of Chronicles, however, are much more than a supplement to Samuel and Kings; a comparison of the two histories discloses striking differences of scope and purpose. The Books of Chronicles record in some detail the lengthy span (some five hundred fifty years) from the death of King Saul to the return from the exile. Unlike today’s history writing, wherein factual a…
The Court Maiden's Prince
by IdontHaveOne
In the wake of an unspeakable tragedy, Kim Young-Sik's world is shattered, and his once-crafted plans into chaos. With the unexpected arrival of Hong Jin-Ri, a young lady who serves as a bright light in his darkness, the prince must navigate treacherous political waters and deadly palace intrigues. As their fragile alliance is tested, can they overcome betrayal and deceit to safeguard the future of Chiongsun? A tale of sacrifice, friendship, and redemption awaits in this gripping story of love, …
Ji Jiu goes back in time to use karma
by jukkaland23
Because of bad karma done to parents in a previous life In this life, Ji Jiu had to suffer to pay for it. But why is heaven so cruel to you? I don't know what era I had to live in. Here, even the soil must be eaten to survive. Really crazy!
Ghostly Fragance
by RosminCos
Chen Fangsu escaped away from danger, away from the home she grew up in. With her new life in the capital with the last remaining member of her family, her grandpa, she happily works as the owner of her grandpa’s store. Unknowingly she is involved in an extremely dangerous situation that could cost her everything.
TWILIGHT OF SHADOW
by Rafael_Zimichut
Adolf Hitler appears in the middle of the field of the Olympic Stadium in Berlin in a mysterious bell at the same moment that confidential documents are stolen from FBI Headquarters, documents that are the blueprint of the most destructive weapon humanity has ever built, coincidentally created by one of his greatest geniuses, Nikola Tesla, and to prevent this project from being completed in the hands of the Nazis, detective Sandro Palmeira is cast and tries to prevent evil from reigning over the…
A Brief Journey
by Sigheti
A young man ponders over his future as he travels towards Naples, where remorse fails to redeem his actions.Originally a short, two-chapter story, 'A Brief Journey' explores the lives, loves and struggles of three youngsters living in Paris during the later years of La Belle Époque, a period characterised by optimism, colonialism, regional peace, and prosperity in Europe.This story may not be suitable for some readers as it contains elements that may be uncomfortable. 'A brief Journey' deals wit…
'Jiang' Magic Coin
by Gourmet_DAO
COMPLETEDIt is a pity that among the many short stories, there is not a single one about the Silk Road. It deserves to have at least one story about its. Thanks to this road, many countries learned new technologies, gained new knowledge about cooking and medicine, and cultural exchanges were taking place. Materials on the history of the Silk Road is a huge treasure trove of knowledge!I wanted to write a short story about this path, about the people of that time, alas, my English grammar is not s…
Love is a fate
by Ame_Vivre
The earth is divided into 4 great kingdoms and many small kingdoms. One is the Human kingdom, Demon kingdom(Cha dynasty), Fairy kingdom(soon dynasty), and angel kingdom(Kim dynasty). Billion years of revenge take place in this character's life. They didn't even know that person who wants to make their life miserable. Every time when they were separated. They reunited no matter what they had to lose while being together. Can life be as hell?
The Savage Ones
by Sara Elaine Violet
A coming of age tale as old as the wild west.Taken from her father and her people, a young Sioux girl tries to adapt to life among the people of her mother, the 'white eyes'. Bitter, resentful, untrusting, Kimimela finds herself alone in a world where there seems to be no place for her, a half breed child of a warrior and a white woman. As she grows, is there a choice? When the opportunity arises, and she comes of age, will she return to the land of her father's people, or stay with the new life…
A SHADOW BEYOND DARKNESS
by Rafael_Zimichut
A series of murders in Cathedrals across Brazil are carried out without a trace, however, In the last murdered, history professor Carlos Cardeñas leaves a clue, a dagger drawn in his own blood and a numerical sequence.With the pressure from the media on the case, the chief sees no other solution than to call the most expressive name in the Police today, the unusual detective Sandro Palmeira, who in his own way puts the pieces of the puzzle together and discovers that a sect who gave rise to Nazi…
Magnificent Love
by Krystal Lee
"Are you sure about you want to give me all your love?""Yes, I am.""What if I can't reciprocate? I'm selfish.""Aren't we all ? Selfish ?""I'm ruthless.""Why are you saying all these? You really want me to run away from you?""You can't run away now. You already gave me your word. I have your letter in written."
ROSES OF BLOOD : THE MAGNIFICENT CENTURY
by Glorian_C_Regnare
The Empress Yang surmounted her throne on the swords and skulls of her adversaries she had amassed over the years, her Crown begotten of treachery and malice with her sceptre blemished with blood saw the most colossal talents corrupted by overwhelming ambitions and insatiable greed for power threatening the tranquility of the Empire, Turbulent undercurrents of revolution and insurgence ensuing, Renaissance colliding with tradition has the Mandate of Heaven compromised by fierce contentions for t…
The Sun Princess And The Ice King
by Alisen_95
It was uncomfortably quiet in the room. King Ulric still did not look up from his papers. She didn't know what was expected of her. Should she sit down? Should she stay where she was? She decided on the latter for the time being and quietly waited for the king to say something first.For a while nothing happened and Lyana even thought he had forgotten her. Suddenly he put the pen aside and looked at her. She winced slightly because she hadn't expected it and indicated a slight curtsy. "You wanted…
The Creation of the World
by Dali098
Genesis is the first book of the Pentateuch (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy), the first section of the Jewish and the Christian Scriptures. Its title in English, “Genesis,” comes from the Greek of literally, “the book of the generation (genesis) of the heavens and earth.” Its title in the Jewish Scriptures is the opening Hebrew word, Bereshit, “in the beginning.”The book has two major sections—the creation and expansion of the human race, and the story of Abraham and his descen…
His Own
by Winter_Iris
Rosalind finally found the man of her dreams, a decorated general, Titus Hangzo.But when the threat of war and their wedding plans collide, what will they do? Rumour has it that this war is going to be a long and difficult one.*this novel is a historical fiction with a hint of magic. Lots of inspirations are taken from my tribe and also legends of old.The story is based in a fictional world.Updated every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
The Gospel of Luke
by Dali098
The Gospel according to Luke is the first part of a two-volume work that continues the biblical history of God’s dealings with humanity found in the Old Testament, showing how God’s promises to Israel have been fulfilled in Jesus and how the salvation promised to Israel and accomplished by Jesus has been extended to the Gentiles. The stated purpose of the two volumes is to provide Theophilus and others like him with certainty—assurance—about earlier instruction they have received. To accomplish …
How to re-write the Evil Stepmother
by BananaPeel_Group
As she walked back to her room, her mind raced. "Oh no. I'm inside a novel. This novel," she thought, panic bubbling beneath her composed exterior. She was living in the world of the book she had been so engrossed in, reincarnated as the character everyone loved to hate.Determined to survive and rewrite her fate, Amelia resolved to navigate this treacherous new world with care. She would use her knowledge of the novel to her advantage, starting with maintaining her new persona as the overly frie…
THE BLAKE'S ENIGMA
by Rafael_Zimichut
A murder occurs in Westminster Abbey revealing a chain of events linked to William Blake and his latest book, which counts down to a new era called "Nine Nights", and the world's most famous detective, Gregory Evans, has only 9 days. to stop a notorious cyber group from making Blake's prophecies come true.