Golden Words:
“The Passion was not only a trial of Christ — it was a revelation of every human heart.”
About the Book
What If You Were There?
What if you stood in the courtyard when Peter denied Him?
What if you were in the crowd that shouted, “Crucify Him”?
What if you were the soldier ordered to scourge Him?
What if you were the soldier ordered to scourge Him?
Thirteen Witnesses reimagines the Passion of Jesus Christ through thirteen deeply human perspectives — some drawn from Scripture, others entirely fictional but grounded in historical context.
Each witness faces a decision:
Accept the truth… or reject it.
This is not simply a retelling of Gospel events.
It is an exploration of:
- Truth versus power
- Mob mentality versus conscience
- Fear versus courage
- Faith versus self-preservation
Above all, it is a call to personal reflection.
Meet the Witnesses
Alon – The Observer
A weaver who witnesses the arrest in Gethsemane.
He is not a disciple. Not an enemy. Just a man searching for understanding.
His testimony challenges us to ask:
What do we do when we see injustice unfold before us?
Betzalel – The Sanhedrin Member
A respected religious leader who helps condemn Jesus.
He knows something feels wrong — but protects his status.
His struggle asks:
When truth threatens our position, do we defend truth… or ourselves?
Machla – The Servant Girl
The young woman who recognizes Peter.
An outsider. A foreigner. A quiet witness to fear.
Her perspective asks:
How easily do we deny what we know to be true?
About the Author
Peter Stephens crafts a narrative rooted in Scripture while imaginatively expanding the interior lives of those present during the Passion of Christ.
Drawing from the Gospels, historical context, and Catholic tradition, he invites readers into a reflective spiritual journey — one that challenges complacency and calls for courage in the pursuit of truth.
Testimonials
“Thirteen Witnesses didn’t just retell the Passion — it placed me there. I found myself asking uncomfortable questions about my own courage and my own pursuit of truth. This book strengthened my faith and challenged my complacency.”
Begin the Journey
Step into Jerusalem.
Stand in the courtyard.
Walk to Golgotha.
Discover what truth demands — and what it costs.
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