This book makes use of many of those symbols as they were conceived once upon a time. But it also intends to restore to the modern reader the ability both to understand them and to benefit from their infinite wisdom.

In exposing heretical elements visible in Leonardo da Vinci's painting,The Secret Supper will astonish and enlighten readers. Javier Sierra serves up a plausible and intriguing story, highly seasoned with well-researched lore about the beliefs of medieval' Cathars, whose faith included, secret teachings allegedly confided to the most beloved companions of Jesus--Mary Magdalene and John the Evangelist.