Are there people who believe "Da Vinci Code" is true?

Question

Is it a theory that's been around before Dan Brown wrote his book, or is it all from his head?

Answer 1

I have read all the answers posted so far and I have a few comments to make.
First of all we are not being told the truth about anything, by the government or the church; even the Islamic religion are sending their sons into suicide missions by mis representing verses from the Quoran.
I have to admit that the story is based on factual events that are happening even as I write this. There are things in this world that have boggled the minds of those who wish to question the very existance of life.
If God made Adam and Eve and said to go forth and make a nation by procriation, then why would His Son not be allowed to live the life of a normal man when he was supposed to come to Earth and live the life of a normal man the suffer normal death??
Why would he not also have a wife? Remember He was not suppose to even say; He was the Son of God. So to keep up appearances he would have had to have a wife.
I am not a heretic. I am a Christian who has read the Bible 4 times to find answers. Maybe if you do read it more than once you will find that St. Paul was the only one who proclaimed that Jesus was the Son of God. At no time in the records in the Bible does Jesus admit to being the Son of God. Then why would He not take a wife to appear NORMAL?

Answer 2

The book is fiction but the whole idea of codes in Da Vinci's works is true. Many of the other ideas in it, such as secret society's and Opus Dei and the Catholic Church hiding info, Knights Templar, etc. are also true (or based on theories put forth long before the book). Read Holy Blood, Holy Grail or Woman With the Alabaster Jar for more info and theories.

Answer 3

It's a theory that has existed nearly 2000 years, and many people do believe it's fact. The Priory Of Sion DOES exist, so does Opus Dei, but thankfully The Catholic Church recently cut all ties with Opus Dei, in light of certain truths revealed in Mr. Brown's book. However a theory does not mean that IT is fact. I believe the overall theory of The Da Vinci Code, while entertaining to read, is indeed fiction with bits of truth thrown in to make it seem more real.

Answer 4

That theory has been around far longer than Dan Brown book. Michael Baigent and Richard Leigh, authors of the 1982 nonfiction book “The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail,” are suing publisher Random House, Inc. over the allegation that parts of their work formed the basis of Dan Brown’s novel. Although this lawsuit was dismissed in Great Britian, the information contained in “The Holy Blood and the Holy Grail” is still relevant to this discussion.

Answer 5

I believe some of the things in that book COULD be true. I too think Jesus could have had a relationship with Mary Magdalene. (I am not Christian.) How can he preach love and faith and not himself know it? What many Christians forget is that he was a MORTAL MAN. He was a man. Not a God. Just because he was holy, does not mean he did not have feelings of love for someone.
Also, in history, the catholic church is notorious for doing as much as they can to keep the catholic faith in power. (Reformation/Counter Reformation/Acquisition)
Da Vinci was a crazy yet brilliant man. I wouldn't doubt he had some crazy things up his sleeve. I am a Art History major and see some of these things possible. Many of those artists were very clever and used symbols and metaphors in their pieces. You also must realize that in order for them to survive (eat and live) was to go by commissions. The commissioners were churches and wealthy patrons. They had to paint subject matters that were asked for. If you talk to any artist, this becomes a drag. Think of the Spanish painter Velázquez. He painted the royal family most of his life. This got to be pretty boring so by the end he made the brilliant piece Las Meninas. There is much debate about this painting because he finally put his own touch in it.

What ticked me off about the Da Vinci Code was the main girl being the bloodline. That's what made it fiction for sure. So of course the book is fiction. This event didn't occur.
But there is too much evidence to ignore the possibilities of the controversies stated. Also, since it is a controversy, it would have to be fiction in order for it not to cause a greater stirr, correct?

We believe in weirder things don't we?

Answer 6

This book is a re-hash and combination of about a dozen different heresies from the early Christian church. Indeed, Dan Brown didn't really need to do much research to write his story...two lawsuits have been brought to date against Mr. Brown for plagiarism. Additionally, there are no footnotes or references in the book itself, as, even on the notorious "FACT" page at the front of the book, it only claims to be fiction.

Unfortunately, because Mr. Brown is an outstanding storyteller, the package lends more substance than the evidence. Because of this, many people I know think that the stuff in his book is true.

Answer 7

I'm a Catholic, which the "da Vinci Code" really seems to hate. For the most part, it is really good "keep you guessing" fiction, but at the end of the day, that's all it is-fiction. Of course the theories are real, Dan Brown had to get his ideas from somewhere, even if it came from 1970's hoaxes (Priory of Sion)and errorneous information. Treat it as fiction, and you should be fine. Think for yourselves, people!

Answer 8

I believe that it's been around since before the book, but the book really brought the idea into the mainstream.

Although it should be noted that "The Da Vinci Code" is listed as fiction.

Answer 9

In the book itself, it is listed as fiction (check the publisher's page at the beginning of the book). Meaning, thus, it is not true.

But, to back up my claim, this is what www.danbrown.com says..

HOW MUCH OF THIS NOVEL IS TRUE?
The Da Vinci Code is a novel and therefore a work of fiction. While the book's characters and their actions are obviously not real, the artwork, architecture, documents, and secret rituals depicted in this novel all exist (for example, Leonardo Da Vinci's paintings, the Gnostic Gospels, Hieros Gamos, etc.). These real elements are interpreted and debated by fictional characters. While it is my belief that some of the theories discussed by these characters may have merit, each individual reader must explore these characters' viewpoints and come to his or her own interpretations. My hope in writing this novel was that the story would serve as a catalyst and a springboard for people to discuss the important topics of faith, religion, and history.

http://www.danbrown.com/novels/davinci_code/faqs.html

Answer 10

I fairly have not considered the "Da Vinci Code" as i do no longer prefer to help the reason by ability of paying to establish it. fairly, i've got listened to the commentaries with regard to the action picture to learn its thought. Having had collegiate preparation in screenplay writing, my very own opinion is that (after the popularity of the "interest of the Christ"), this grow to be the suited advertising ploy to charm to the Christian besides via fact the non-Christian audiences. In different words, a plan for the suited (money) from the two worlds. as some distance via fact the Holy Grail, there are a number of myths/memories/critiques on the subject of it. i think the existence is obtainable, yet proving the authenticity of "the" Holy Grail could be particularly difficult. Are we searching for yet another suited-broking tale plot?