Mark OBrien

Mark OBrien changed the title of Silent Prophet Monday, August 13, 2012.

Mark OBrien edited the characters of Silent Prophet Wednesday, March 28, 2012.

• Edited the description of Dr. Muhammad Ali Ibn Qurra: Dr. MuhammedMuhammad Ali Ibn QurraMuhammedQurra was born in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the 17th of June 1961. He is slightly taller than average and is moderately overweight. His black hair – greyinggraying around the edges and typically covered by the traditional Muslim head garment - is cut short for practicality and his beard, while long, is well kept. His skin is mostly unblemished and his hands are soft from lack of any kind of hard labour.labor. He is most notably recognisedrecognized by a crooked nose – a genetic defect – and his thick eyebrows. He has a heavy-set face, with deeply etched frown lines, and the folds of his brow are clearly evident. His hairline is receding and, as such, he nervously resets his turban and takes any opportunity to fix his appearance in front of a mirror. He is vain both about his appearance (he considers himself slightly more attractive than he actually is)is and his achievements, needing no encouragement to talk about the latter at any point in a conversation. He is, however, utterly committed to his faith and spends every waking moment thinking of his duties as Director Secretariat. He speaks quickly and with very few pauses, his voice thin and reedy. MuhammedMuhammad had a middle-class upbringing, his family being fairly wealthy, but was often overlooked by his parents – being the fifth child out of eight. His elder brothers tended to outshine him in nearly every way and as a result he developed an almost obsessive need to be recognised.recognized. Upon entering his schooling years at the King AbdulAziz international school,Abdul Aziz International School, he strived to be at the top of his class but his academic abilities were average at best and so he turned to his faith for solace. He became heavily involved with the school’s Muslim religion club; preparing and directing services on a daily basis. Within it he found he could excel, and quickly rose to the top, eventually becoming the ‘president’ in his third-last year of schooling. His parents, placing little value on his achievements, denied him the recognition he craved causing him to seek it from other adults in his life. He became close to the teacher supervising the Muslim club and was offered a job at the local Mosque cleaning up after the daily services. He worked hard, gaining the approval of his employer, and was eventually promoted to the servant of the Muezzin – assisting with the call to prayer. He continued to work at the Mosque through his university years at King Saud, where he studied his PhD in Islamic studies, writing his dissertation on “Islam and Disability: Perspectives in Islamic Theology and Islamic Jurisprudence”HeJurisprudence." He later joined the Islam Educational, scientificScientific and Cultural organisation,Organization (ISESCO), eventually rising to Director Secretariat of the organisation.organization. He met his wife A’ishah (meaning: ‘wife of the prophet’) at a service one day (him 22, her 20), courting her for three months before proposing. Their five children were born in quick succession (Aamaal 21, Majidah, 19, Mahfuz 17, Khalam, 17, and Jasim, 15). Aamaal is married with two children (Juan 3, and Jawdah 1),1); her husband’s name is Samir.

Mark OBrien edited the characters of Silent Prophet Wednesday, March 28, 2012.

• Edited the description of Rabbi Yisrael Jacobi: Rabbi Yisrael Meir JacobiJacobiJacobi was born in Poland on the 10th April, 1938. He is fairly tall (at about 6`1)6`1”) with a thin, wiry, build. He is a gentleman in every way; his voice cultured, and speaks eloquently with precise enunciation. His eyes are a bright, piercing blue and his eyesight is poor and he wears plain wire-rimmed glasses that accentuate his somewhat large nose. His features are characterised by a benevolent smile, which he is very rarely seen without. His grey hair is cut short, and he has large sideburns extending into a moderate length beard. His cheeks are rounded and ruddy, suggesting a cherubic look when younger. He radiates calm and contentedness. He has several scars on his back, a result of a whipping he received as a child while in the concentration camp. He speaks Polish, Hebrew, and English.AlthoughEnglish. Although he was born in Poland, Jacobi immigrated to Israel at age 7 having lost his parents during the holocaust, in a concentration camp. He was the youngest survivor – and the sole survivor of his family – and entered into the Polish foster system. He attended various government schools in Israel and worked hard, the memory of his parents spurring him to achieve his best. After graduating he attended a university in Jerusalem – Ponevezh Yeshiva. He attributes much of his success in his early years to his faith, saying that without it he would not have made it through the hard years following his parent’s deaths.Followingdeaths. Following university he led a very successful life, writing several bestselling books on happiness, his most famous being ’48‘48 ways to wisdom’. He met and married his wife, Hannah, in 1965 and now lives with her in Tel Aviv. His five children are all grown with families of their own, living in Jerusalem. He regrets having little time to spend with them, but understands it to be his duty to spread the wisdom that was bestowed upon him.

Mark OBrien edited the characters of Silent Prophet Wednesday, March 28, 2012.

• Edited the description of Fr. George Pappus: George PappasGeorge PappasPappus was born on the 6th of August, 1948, in New York into a fairly poor family; his father being a struggling business man and investor, while his mother a jobless housewife. He has pale blue eyes – almost watery – set a moderate distance from a fairly large nose. He has small brows and a large forehead which appear to give his face the shape of an upside-down egg. His hair is mostly grey and quite short, incapable of growing any longer. He has large ears and a wide smile that extends the length of his narrow cheekbones. The crow’s feet in the corner of his eyes suggest a lifetime of smiling and his kindly eyes reflect that. He is quiet spoken and a man of few words, preferring to speak only when necessary or when drawn into a conversation about physics or religion. He is highly intelligent and, as a result, somewhat socially backward.Hisbackward. His father being a devoted Christian, George was schooled in the religion from an early age. Although his mother died of cancer when he was fifteen it did not weaken his faith, instead he turned to God to deal with the loss and as a result became heavily involved in his local church. Around the same time he developed an interest in ancient history and archaeology after being encouraged by his teacher to attend and introductory lesson. He was particularly fascinated by Ancient Rome and all that happened to it in the years following its fall from glory, as well as the life of the famous Emperor Constantine – the man who first allowed Christians to worship without fear of retribution. When he began to learn advanced mathematics in high school he came upon what was to become the driving force behind his life – the existence theory. It wasn’t until he began studying mathematics at the University of Saint Louis that he came across the theory again, and his lifelong obsession began.Georgebegan. George became a member of the societySociety of Jesus at the age of 18. He obtained his bachelor’s degree in mathematicsMathematics and his licentiateLicentiate in philosophyPhilosophy at the University of Saint Louis as well as completing a licentiateLicentiate in sacred theologySacred Theology at Woodstock college,College, Maryland. He was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in 1965. He was appointed director of the Vatican observatoryObservatory by the then Pope, in 1978.

Mark OBrien edited the characters of Silent Prophet Monday, March 26, 2012.

• Edited the description of Alexander Kepler: Alexander KeplerAlexanderwas born in Linz Austria on the 23rd of December, 1969. He is of moderate height with an athletic build and short, dark, hair. His eyes are dark brown and his appearance is typically tidy and pristine, favouring suits over casual dress. He has a small scar on the back of his left hand – the result of a bar fight at the age of 18 (attacked with broken glass, lifted his hand to block) – and a mole on the back of his neck. His posture is generally straight and rigid, head held high, and he walks with a quiet purpose. Nothing about him stands out in a crowd, save for his presence as a natural leader. He has a quiet, but commanding,commanding voice with a slightly husky tonality, and speaks at a moderate speed – language tending towards semi-formal to formal, very rarely casual aside from speaking to family members. His native language is German, and he speaks English, Italian, Hebrew and Arabic competently to fluently. He is a pacifist at heart, finding the use of weapons and force distasteful but regrettably necessary. He had a somewhat troubled childhood and spent much of his time rebelling against his father’s plan for his life (taking his place as head of Math-?),Mathematika), and as a result was transferred to Le Rosey – a prestigious Swedish boarding school – in the hope that he would settle down and fully reach his potential, both academically and physically. During his years there he became involved in both athletics and swimming, eventually becoming captain of both teams upon entering his last year of schooling. He graduated at the age of eighteen and returned to Austria, falling again into arguments with his now ailing father – (a devout follower / leader of mathematekia)mathematika) – who desperately wanted his son to follow in his footsteps – (ie join mathematekia,mathematika, or lead it). Theseit).These arguments became increasingly antagonistic when he informed his father of his decision to study (language?)languages at the University of Pisa and as a result he turned to alcohol as a solution to his problems. After one minor drunk driving offence and several near crashes due to intoxication (one in which he almost killed his younger sister/brother orfriend) he gave up alcohol, and threw himself instead into his studies at the University. While there he joined the philosophy club, spending hours arguing with other students over the big life questions posed by Socrates, Plato, and Pythagoras. Through this he began to appreciate his father’s views and, in turn, became a follower of Mathematiekia.Mathematika. At the age of 23 he moved from his family home into a small apartment near the headquarters of the secret society, where he began to take a greater interest in its day to day happenings. At 25 he met Marie Liouville – 20 year old zealot – who captivated him with her passion and vision for a future run by the principals and philosophies of the society. Together they took language courses in Hebrew and Arabic - a requirement for advancement in the society – and developed their skills, becoming well known within the ranks of the society. Two years later they married (him 27, her 22) and moved to where he now resides in a secluded, relatively modest, house nestled in the mountains of the Vienna woods with their three children, four dogs, and Viennese housemaid (Anna, age 35, speaks only German).Athousemaid. At the age of 35 he became the leader of Mathematiekia (his wife becoming co-leader)Mathematika when his predecessorfather (75) died of a sudden heart attack. He was the uncontested first choice (a democratic vote was taken) and as such had the full support of all members of the society. His children are aged 15, 12 and 8 and their names are Lena, David and Sophie. Due to his commitments as leader he spends very little time with them (thus the housemaid), and it is the one thing he resents about his work.

Mark OBrien edited the characters of Silent Prophet Sunday, March 18, 2012.

• Added a character: Johann Guass: Age43Birthdate1 February 1969BornLinz Austria                                                                AddressSimon-redtenbachter-platz, Kirchdorf an ders KremsSchool AttendedLinz International SchoolUniversityLanguagesGerman (Austrian), English, ItalianChurch / AssociationsGrace International FellowshipCriminal HistorynilEmployerSAPVehicleBMW 330AnimalsnoEye ColourhazelAppearance (Physical)muscular, athleticAppearance (Dress)smart - sophisticatedAnything need to knowLinks to maths society in University, followed a few selected to join mathematika - close friends to NamboodiriMost Pressing NeedsWife is pregnantDefining featureschisselled jaw, german male image - hard.Smokes noDrinkssociallyIntimacyclose to wifeWould like to residewhere he isAmbitionmove up ranks of mathematika - wants to please keplerDefining Traitsweapons skill, communications and computer expert.Defining FlawsarroganceOccupationdeveloper SapIdeal occupationwork fulltime for MathematikaPoliticsDemocracyFamilywife, Dad and Mum in LinzFriendsfew - more solitude, thinkerChildrenone on wayPartners NameRebeccaGreat Passion (ifany)SkiingMinor passionsformula one
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• Added a character: Irinjaatappilly Madhavan Namboodiri: Age39Birthdate3 November 1972BornBudapest AddressClark adam ter, Budapest, HungarySchool AttendedBritish international school of BudapestUniversityJohannes Kepler UniversityLanguagesIndian, Hungarian and EnglishChurch / AssociationsKerala maths society and MathematikaCriminal HistoryNilEmployerSAP VehicleSkodaAnimalscatEye ColourblackAppearance (Physical)averageAppearance (Dress)casual Anything need to knowKerala maths followers led down the amber road into Danube in 1400's and interest caught attention of Mathematika. Namboodiri's ancestor joined then tradition ever since of male bornMost Pressing NeedsMessyDefining featureslong noseSmokes noDrinksbeerIntimacymates in societiesWould like to resideBritianAmbitionloyalty to Mathematika space travelDefining TraitsaccentDefining FlawsbreathOccupationDeveloper SapIdeal occupationWork fulltime for MathematikaPoliticsnoFamily3 sistersFriendslots in societyChildrennoPartners NamenilGreat Passion (ifany)mathsMinor passionsrowing
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• Added a character: Chang Tsang: Age24Birthdate9th May 1986BornHong KongAddressSt. Georgen, Salzburg, AustriaSchool AttendedLinz International School Ahuf (LISA)UniversityNoLanguagesGerman, Italian and English. Bit of Chinese.Church / AssociationsChristianCriminal HistoryNoEmployerTristar gamesVehicleBMW X5AnimalsTigers - As a tiger as a pet.Eye ColourBrownAppearance (Physical)fit Appearance (Dress)Jeans, caps, t-shirtsAnything need to knowCan snap dangerouslyMost Pressing NeedsMore time with daughter and partnerDefining featurespeacefulSmokes NoDrinksNoIntimacyLoves his family deeplyWould like to resideParisAmbitionTo writeDefining TraitsFit, martial arts - wing chun (incredibly fast)Defining FlawsMessy at timesOccupationGames developerIdeal occupationAstronautPoliticsNot interestedFamilyDied when two - went with Friends of Kepler's and members Hellman's. They kept is real birthname.FriendsNot manyChildrenOne young daughterPartners NameChloeGreat Passion (ifany)To get to the next stage in MathematikaMinor passionsTigers - As a tiger as a pet.
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• Added a character: Herbert shannon: Age30Birthdate25th May 1981BornLiverpool, UKAddressManor Rise, Telford UKSchool AttendedShrewsbury High SchoolUniversityUniversity of BathLanguagesItalian and EnglishChurch / AssociationsChristianCriminal HistoryNilEmployerEuropean Organisation for Nuclear ResearchVehicleLandrover FreelanderAnimalsnoEye ColourhazelAppearance (Physical)fitAppearance (Dress)smart - country boots, jeans (manly)Anything need to knowgenerousMost Pressing NeedsstudyDefining featureschisseled jaw, manly Smokes noDrinkssocialIntimacygirlfriend who does not know about societyWould like to resideLinzAmbitionLead MathematikaDefining TraitsLeadership qualitiesDefining Flawsto friendly sometimesOccupationscientistIdeal occupationsamePoliticsdemocracyFamilyclose english ties. All in shropshireFriendsmanyChildrennoPartners NameRebeccaGreat Passion (ifany)Test the beginning creation particlesMinor passionsmarathons
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• Added a character: Clancy Sylvester: Age39Birthdate14 September 1972BornNew YorkAddress10460 E Hillery Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255 School Attended"Kennedy High School, 3000 Bellmore Avenue Bellmore, NY 11710 (516) 992--1400"UniversityBachelor in Astrophysics at Carnegie Mellon Uni, Masters in Astro-Physics at ASU, doctorate of Astrophysics at Caltech.LanguagesEnglishChurch / AssociationsDesert Life Church 15650 N. 83rd Way  Scottsdale,  AZ Criminal HistoryDUI EmployerAlohim ResourcesVehicle2007 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Sahara exterior color: black, interior color: gray, body: suv, engine: v6 3.8 liter AnimalsMax - Golden Retrievor 6 years oldEye ColourBlueAppearance (Physical)AthleticAppearance (Dress)Smart - boots, jeans, polo shirtAnything need to knowGrid iron fan Arizona Cardinals- baseball - tennis - golfMost Pressing NeedsYearning for knowledge - Always readingDefining featuresChisselled jawSmokes NoDrinksAttends AAIntimacyBecome distant from wifeWould like to resideAnchorageAmbitionSolve Existential theories, mathematics, understanding creationDefining TraitsConnections to academia and business for astronomy, space exploration and mathemeaticsDefining FlawsOver analysingOccupationAstro PhysicistIdeal occupationProfessorPoliticsliberal political ideologyFamilyBellmore NY Mum Dad and BrotherFriendsSteve and Jo, Mike and Kelly all from Arizona. Best friend now in seattle at Walmart. He is Dan and his girlfriend Jessica.ChildrenTwo - Jacob 13 and Ben 4Partners NameNicole Great Passion (ifany)To meet Barack ObamaMinor passionsTo catch a ball at Baseball Game
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• Added a character: Ellie Sylvester: Age37Birthdate5 April 1974BornReddingAddress10460 E Hillery Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255 School AttendedShasta High School 2500 Eureka Way, Redding, CA 96001UniversityNational University - Bachelor of Arts with Major in Early Childhood EducationLanguagesEnglishChurch / AssociationsDesert Life Church 15650 N. 83rd Way  Scottsdale,  AZ Criminal HistorynilEmployerHome mumVehicle2009 BMW X3, BlackAnimalsN/AEye ColourHazelAppearance (Physical)AverageAppearance (Dress)feminine, stylishAnything need to knowArizona Cardinals fanMost Pressing NeedsBreast Cancer / retrieving treatmentDefining featuresBlond hairSmokes NoDrinksSociallyIntimacyWanst more - she feels ugly, lost with cancerWould like to resideSameAmbitionHappy being a mumDefining TraitsVery attractiveDefining FlawsWithdraws at timesOccupationNewspaper editorialIdeal occupationWriterPoliticsNot interestedFamilyMum, Dad in ReddingFriendsManyChildrenTwo - Jacob 13 and Ben 4Partners NameClancyGreat Passion (ifany)Write novelMinor passionsSing
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• Added a character: Joseph Pisano: Age57Birthdate4 December 1953BornScottsdale ArizonaAddressCountry Club Acres of E. Shea Blvd. AZSchool AttendedRancho Solano Private School, AZUniversityAir University - Masters of Aerospace engineering, Doctorate of Astrophysics at Caltech.LanguagesEnglish, RussianChurch / AssociationsScottsdale Bible Church, E. Shea Blvd.Criminal HistoryNilEmployerAlohim ResourcesVehicle2010 Black Maserati Gran Turismo SAnimals2 German ShepardsEye ColourBrownAppearance (Physical)Fit for age, Very manlyAppearance (Dress)Dabineer, SuaveAnything need to knowUnited States Air Force trained NASA Astronaut doing Department of Defense Missions. "A Payload specialist". Strong networks within USAF.Most Pressing NeedsAlohim Resources - Turn into public company Defining featuresEyes - very smart intelligible eyesSmokes NoDrinksSociallyIntimacyClose wife of 25 yearsWould like to residesameAmbitionCreation answers, closeness to creatorDefining TraitsAstronaut - celebrated American Defining FlawsHip problemOccupationPresident - Alohim ResourcesIdeal occupationsamePoliticsLiberal Ideology, very connected to SenatorsFamilyMum, Dad, 2 brothers in ArizonaFriendsManyChildrenThree girlsPartners NameElizabethGreat Passion (ifany)To unite the worldMinor passionsTo white water raft in Anchorage
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Mark OBrien edited the themes of Silent Prophet Sunday, March 18, 2012.

• Added a theme: Theory of Everything

Mark OBrien edited the themes of Silent Prophet Sunday, March 18, 2012.

• Added a theme: Logic Puzzles, Math Problems, and Maps
• Added a theme: Pythagoras
• Added a theme: Oneness with the Universe

Mark OBrien edited the links to supplemental material of Silent Prophet Sunday, March 18, 2012.

• Added a link: Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/#!/TheUniversesCODE) : This is an interactive experience for the reader giving photo's of scenes from the book and video's of music featured in the book together with a video of one of the characters in real life, Fr. George Coyne, Vatican Observatory Scientist.

Mark OBrien edited the reading level of Silent Prophet Sunday, March 18, 2012.

• Young Adults - Not much profanity, the occassional expletive used as a strong adjective. There is a love scene that is very hot.