Ross & Jono explore the fascinating and mysterious journey of Shapira’s manuscript fragments, delving into various theories about their whereabouts. From sales catalogues to auction houses, they’ll trace the chain of custody and uncover the twists and turns that have puzzled scholars for over a century. One intriguing aspect is the connection to the Freemasons. The first person in London to examine the fragments was Walter Besant, a prominent Freemason, and many others who saw the manuscripts at the Palestine Exploration Fund headquarters were also Masons. Adding to the mystery, the last known sighting of fifteen of the sixteen leather strips was in a Masonic Lodge in England on 8 March 1889, presented by a man named Mason! Could there be a deeper Masonic connection to the disappearance of the Shapira Scrolls? Join them as they follow the fragments, explore the proposed theories, and attempt to uncover the truth behind these historical mysteries. Don’t miss this captivating episode that promises to shed new light on an age-old enigma!

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