The Sistine Secrets

Michelangelo's Forbidden Messages in the Heart of the Vatican
Book • 2008
The Sistine Secrets delves into the idea that Michelangelo embedded coded messages in the Sistine Chapel ceiling, reflecting his familiarity with Jewish texts and his resistance to the Church's authority.

The book presents a speculative narrative about Michelangelo's intentions, drawing on his involvement with Judaic texts and Kabbalistic teachings.

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