The Key Of Damascus

In 1999, a businessman decides to put together his own vacation to Israel. Unbeknownst to him, he becomes a pawn in a bizarre game he does not understand. He is completely in the dark about what is happening to him as the nightmare unfolds. Information referring to an ancient artifact is uncovered by accident in one of the archeological digs that he visits with his guide and friend. The message uncovered is sketchy and cryptic. The object supposedly possesses some strange powers, and if misused, could have drastic results for mankind -- but no one knows its location. A sinister pair professing to be reporters wants it regardless of the cost. The businessman unwittingly leaves Israel with the artifact in his possession and goes home to Europe, which almost costs him his life. Finally, he realizes that he must return it to Jerusalem to be free of this torment.