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What is the main emotional state of Matthias as he is faced with his impending death?
What is the main emotional state of Matthias as he is faced with his impending death?
What does Pilate promise Matthias if he reveals his identity?
What does Pilate promise Matthias if he reveals his identity?
How does Matthias respond to Pilate's initial call?
How does Matthias respond to Pilate's initial call?
What does Matthias believe will happen if he wins the contest?
What does Matthias believe will happen if he wins the contest?
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What did Matthias reflect upon during his sleepless night?
What did Matthias reflect upon during his sleepless night?
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What does Pilate do after Matthias yells his question about winning the contest?
What does Pilate do after Matthias yells his question about winning the contest?
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What is Matthias shackled to during the scene?
What is Matthias shackled to during the scene?
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What is the response of Porcius when he enters the parade grounds?
What is the response of Porcius when he enters the parade grounds?
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What obstacle does Matthias face when trying to throw the javelins?
What obstacle does Matthias face when trying to throw the javelins?
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What is Pilate's role during the match?
What is Pilate's role during the match?
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How does Porcius handle the javelins during the competition?
How does Porcius handle the javelins during the competition?
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What critical moment does Matthias experience while throwing a javelin?
What critical moment does Matthias experience while throwing a javelin?
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What does Matthias experience as he tries to throw the javelin?
What does Matthias experience as he tries to throw the javelin?
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What does Porcius do that demonstrates his confidence?
What does Porcius do that demonstrates his confidence?
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What do the spectators' reactions reveal about the match?
What do the spectators' reactions reveal about the match?
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What physical challenge does Matthias face while competing?
What physical challenge does Matthias face while competing?
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What action does Matthias take with the last of his spears?
What action does Matthias take with the last of his spears?
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What is the initial response of the soldiers when Matthias throws his last spear?
What is the initial response of the soldiers when Matthias throws his last spear?
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How does Matthias perceive the time period he finds himself in after waking up?
How does Matthias perceive the time period he finds himself in after waking up?
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What does Matthew find when he checks his watch and wallet?
What does Matthew find when he checks his watch and wallet?
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What does the hotel security inform Matthew?
What does the hotel security inform Matthew?
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What does the conversation with the person on the phone reveal about the current date?
What does the conversation with the person on the phone reveal about the current date?
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What does Matthew think about his experience being a dream?
What does Matthew think about his experience being a dream?
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What vivid detail does Matthew notice about himself when looking in the mirror?
What vivid detail does Matthew notice about himself when looking in the mirror?
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What is Matthew's ultimate reaction to his javelin throwing experience?
What is Matthew's ultimate reaction to his javelin throwing experience?
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Study Notes
The Contest
- Matthias is forced to fight Porcius in a javelin throwing contest to the death.
- The contest is held on Antonia's parade grounds, the same place Jesus was scourged.
- Matthias is chained to a post and given 10 javelins to throw.
- Porcius is a skilled javelin thrower and is favored to win.
- Pilate, the procurator, promises Matthias freedom if he wins, but threatens death if he loses.
Matthias's Struggles
- Matthias is physically weak and struggles to throw the javelins with accuracy and force.
- Porcius throws with ease, almost hitting Matthias several times.
- Matthias is injured in his shoulder during the contest and struggles to aim.
- Matthias is defeated by Porcius and believes he is about to die.
Pilate's Cruelty
- Pilate mocks Matthias throughout the contest and takes pleasure in his suffering.
- He taunts Matthias, calling him a "dishonor" to the Christians.
- Pilate orders Porcius to kill Matthias.
Matthias's Unexpected Survival
- Matthias is saved from death by an unknown force.
- He wakes up in his hotel room in Los Angeles, confused and disoriented.
- Matthias realizes he has missed a day and struggles to remember what happened.
The Necklace
- Matthias has a golden amulet around his neck with a fish and inscription.
- There is a new indentation in the center of the amulet, as if it had been pierced.
- Matthias realizes that the amulet has a deep connection to his near-death experience and his struggle with faith.
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Explore the dramatic contest between Matthias and Porcius. In this gripping tale, Matthias faces formidable challenges during a life-and-death javelin competition, while Pilate revels in his misery. Can Matthias find strength in adversity, or is he destined to fail?
