The Holy Shroud of Turin, kept in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist A blurry image of a bearded man with his arms crossed has been found in Turin, Italy, since 1578. Many believe it is the imprint of Jesus’ body. The marks on the shroud, which include blood stains and wounds, match wounds described in the Bible, such as the crown of thorns and the lashings of Roman whips.
The shroud has always been a subject of controversy. In 1988, carbon dating by researchers suggested that the cloth was made between 1260 and 1390 AD, implying that it was a medieval creation and not an ancient relic. This led many to question the shroud’s authenticity.
However, recent findings from the Institute of Crystallography challenge this earlier conclusion. The researchers applied the wide-angle X-ray scattering (WAXS) technique to analyse the ageing of linen over time. They also took into account the effects of temperature and humidity on the preservation of the fabric.
The study compared the shroud to ancient cloths from Israel dating to the time of Jesus. The results showed a greater match with the ancient cloths, casting doubt on previous carbon dating results and suggesting that the Shroud of Turin could be as old as its proponents believe.
This groundbreaking study suggests that the cloth dates back to the first century, coinciding with the time in which Jesus is said to have lived. This new evidence is likely to reignite the debate over the Shroud of Turin. Whether it turns out to be a genuine relic from the time of Jesus or a remarkable medieval artefact, the Shroud remains a powerful symbol of faith and mystery. It continues to attract the attention and devotion of people around the world.
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