Damis The Pupil Of Apollonius Of Tyana

""Damis The Pupil Of Apollonius Of Tyana"" is a historical fiction novel written by J.M. Roberts. The story is set in the first century AD and follows the life of Damis, a young man who becomes a pupil of the famous philosopher and magician Apollonius of Tyana. The novel is based on the ancient texts that describe the life and teachings of Apollonius, and Roberts has used his imagination to fill in the gaps and create a compelling narrative. The book begins with Damis as a young man living in the city of Tyana. He is fascinated by the teachings of Apollonius, who is known for his wisdom, magical abilities, and travels throughout the ancient world. Damis decides to become Apollonius' pupil and sets out on a journey to find him. Along the way, he encounters many challenges, including bandits, wild animals, and treacherous terrain. Eventually, Damis finds Apollonius and becomes his devoted follower. He travels with Apollonius to many different places, including Egypt, India, and Greece. Along the way, he witnesses Apollonius perform many miraculous feats, including healing the sick, raising the dead, and communicating with animals. As Damis spends more time with Apollonius, he begins to understand the deeper meaning behind his teachings. He learns about the power of the mind, the importance of living a virtuous life, and the true nature of reality. However, he also discovers that Apollonius has many enemies, including the Roman authorities and the followers of other religions. The novel culminates in a dramatic confrontation between Apollonius and his enemies, which puts Damis' life in danger. In the end, Damis must decide whether to continue following Apollonius or to return to his old life in Tyana. Overall, ""Damis The Pupil Of Apollonius Of Tyana"" is a fascinating and engaging novel that brings the ancient world to life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in philosophy, history, or magic.THIS 20 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Antiquity Unveiled: Ancient Voices from the Spirit Realms Proving Christianity to be of Heathen Origin, by J. M. Roberts. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564597717.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.