CITY of DAVID
or 'TEMPLE MOUNT'? Discover from the scriptures WHY the temples were not on so-called Temple Mount! Yes, on Mount Moriah--but which part of it? Of course...they were necessarily on the ridge and section called ZION, otherwise known as the City of David! (see 2 Samuel 5:6-7 for example). Find out why, since the Patriarchs, this site had been known and revered as HaMakom... 'THE' Place. Whilst there is plenty of extra-biblical evidence, in a unique approach, Ian Heard, using Biblical references only shows us where the temples stood--within the ancient City of David or Zion! See e-book, 'THE TEMPLE QUEST' available for immediate purchase and download at the links below for easy reading on your iPad, Kindle device and Android devices etc. If you're new to reading on your device--nothing to fear; just follow easy download instructions and/or App installation! KOBO BARNES AND NOBLE SMASHWORDS APPLE BOOKS With a Foreword by Marilyn Sams What readers are saying about: THE TEMPLE QUEST: Through enlightening discussions of extensive biblical passages, Ian illustrates how the Jews thoroughly understood what "the place" (HaMakom) meant to the Jewish psyche or soul, but which most often escapes the modern reader. Ian clearly proves the location of the temple to be above the Gihon Spring in Jerusalem, and this by using only biblical passages. His ability to tease out new information from familiar scriptures and provide new insights is remarkable and rewarding. His work provides the "living water" which he discusses within the work, which uplifts, enlightens, and expands the spirit. Marilyn Sams, Author: 'The Jerusalem Temple Mount Myth' and other important books and papers.  Ian Heard
About this site: Who, What, Why? Ian is a Seminary-trained bible teacher, pastor and author with a Bachelor Degree in Biblical studies and has also been a businessman--and is a sailor! He is a member of the ACM Network (Associated Christian Ministries) http://acm.org.au/ in Australia and Sydney's Northern Beaches Christian Centre where he regularly ministers as well as in other churches. His hope is that this site will provide spiritual stimulus, encouragement and hope. Ian writes on Biblical subjects and comments from time to time on current and personal events in an attempt to contribute clarity and Biblical certainty. Until we see? 'now we see but an enigma as in a glass, but then, face to face. Now I perceive but a portion; then I will know fully .....' (1 Corinthians 13:12) Click HERE for Ian's YOUTUBE Channel.
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Ian's Bible teaching video for DECEMBER 2023 is below...i
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If we present a gospel that doesn’t start at the right place we probably won’t get what the gospel is intended to produce...See video below. |
"ONCE I HAVE PERSUADED MYSELF
THAT I AM ESSENTIALLY GOOD
IT'S AN EASY STEP FROM THERE TO MAKE GOD APPEAR REPREHENSIBLE"
(Rom. 1:25 '...they exchanged the truth of God for a lie')
Ian Heard June 30/23
THAT I AM ESSENTIALLY GOOD
IT'S AN EASY STEP FROM THERE TO MAKE GOD APPEAR REPREHENSIBLE"
(Rom. 1:25 '...they exchanged the truth of God for a lie')
Ian Heard June 30/23
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PHOTOGRAPHS...
Need that special picture for a Presentation Promotion, Brochure, Book Cover or Advertising? Take a look at the Photography Store below 
Ian's Photography Store is HERE for a growing resource of beautiful Landscapes, Cityscapes, Street Scenes, Australiana and much more!
Sailing Pittwater on my boat 'RESEARCH VESSEL'
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Some Endorsements for Ian's Books...
THE TEMPLE QUEST: "...Ian clearly proves the location of the temple to be above the Gihon Spring in Jerusalem, and this by using only biblical passages. His ability to tease out new information from familiar scriptures and provide new insights is remarkable and rewarding. His work provides the "living water" which he discusses within the work, which uplifts, enlightens, and expands the spirit."
Marilyn Sams
THE PLACE: "...Ian Heard's book adds a unique fictional aspect to the growing movement of people accepting the City of David location for the temples in Jerusalem. His perspective on how many biblical events converged at this location brings many insightful possibilities to the table. Especially moving are his heartfelt expressions of faith in and love for the prophets and the Savior of the world."
Marilyn Sams
"I Iove it, I love it!! This book is The Place to find your Place! ..... I share the view that the temple in Jerusalem was more likely to be found in the city of David rather than where the present western wall is situated."
Barry Buirski, Celebrate Messian Ministry, Australia
THE PEOPLE: "The People is an enthralling and innovative approach not only to telling old familiar stories but using narrative to portray, in a subtle but powerful way, the truth of good and evil in our world . . . There is good and evil, God and Satan, and in every human relationship/interaction and behavior a choice is to be made. The consequences, for those with the spiritual eyes to see, are clear. It is an exceptional and well written piece of work."
Dr Allan Bull, MacQuarie University, Sydney
THE PERSON: "In this absorbing read Ian illustrates the beckoning heart of God encountering the hesitating heart of man at the crossroads of Wisdom and ‘Un-Wisdom’. He artfully states a tell-tale divine musing on P.20 “Many wonder at our election of a single human through whom to begin the unfolding of large purpose, but it is our way”. It’s a banquet at a table of archetypal Wisdom. Eat there slowly, linger and be fed."
Pastor Paul O'Sullivan, Northern Beaches Christian Centre Sydney, past chairman Associated Christian Ministries Australia and Founder of Northern Beaches Christian School.
THE TEMPLE QUEST: "...Ian clearly proves the location of the temple to be above the Gihon Spring in Jerusalem, and this by using only biblical passages. His ability to tease out new information from familiar scriptures and provide new insights is remarkable and rewarding. His work provides the "living water" which he discusses within the work, which uplifts, enlightens, and expands the spirit."
Marilyn Sams
THE PLACE: "...Ian Heard's book adds a unique fictional aspect to the growing movement of people accepting the City of David location for the temples in Jerusalem. His perspective on how many biblical events converged at this location brings many insightful possibilities to the table. Especially moving are his heartfelt expressions of faith in and love for the prophets and the Savior of the world."
Marilyn Sams
"I Iove it, I love it!! This book is The Place to find your Place! ..... I share the view that the temple in Jerusalem was more likely to be found in the city of David rather than where the present western wall is situated."
Barry Buirski, Celebrate Messian Ministry, Australia
THE PEOPLE: "The People is an enthralling and innovative approach not only to telling old familiar stories but using narrative to portray, in a subtle but powerful way, the truth of good and evil in our world . . . There is good and evil, God and Satan, and in every human relationship/interaction and behavior a choice is to be made. The consequences, for those with the spiritual eyes to see, are clear. It is an exceptional and well written piece of work."
Dr Allan Bull, MacQuarie University, Sydney
THE PERSON: "In this absorbing read Ian illustrates the beckoning heart of God encountering the hesitating heart of man at the crossroads of Wisdom and ‘Un-Wisdom’. He artfully states a tell-tale divine musing on P.20 “Many wonder at our election of a single human through whom to begin the unfolding of large purpose, but it is our way”. It’s a banquet at a table of archetypal Wisdom. Eat there slowly, linger and be fed."
Pastor Paul O'Sullivan, Northern Beaches Christian Centre Sydney, past chairman Associated Christian Ministries Australia and Founder of Northern Beaches Christian School.
