The shroud of Turin
The burial cloths of Jesus, aka the shroud of Turin
A mystery
In history
A veil
2000 years old
Containing once
The body of Christ
After crucifiction
And found
By the apostles
And cherished
By the old churches
Travelling the ancient world
It ended up in Turin
Where it is venerated
Till this day
A beautiful resume
Biblical reference
John 20:1-1O New International Version (NIV)
The Empty Tomb
Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance.
So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have put him!”
So Peter and the other disciple started for the tomb. Both were running, but the other disciple outran Peter and reached the tomb first. He bent over and looked in at the strips of linen lying there but did not go in. Then Simon Peter came along behind him and went straight into the tomb.
He saw the strips of linen lying there, as well as the cloth that had been wrapped around Jesus’ head. The cloth was still lying in its place, separate from the linen.
Finally the other disciple, who had reached the tomb first, also went inside. He saw and believed. They still did not understand from Scripture that Jesus had to rise from the dead.) Then the disciples went back to where they were staying.’
Very important
The latest developments when it comes to the carbon test’
The carbon test was not conclusive since the sample was not relevant. Taken from a part of the shroud that had been repaired after medieval fires. The sample was cotton. Not linen.
It has been rectified by scientist… but was not given priority by the media. Check your sources…
Read more
Scientific research on the shroud of Turin
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The shroud of Turin on Amazon
With Easter upon us tomorrow it was nice to come across your website. It was good to read through and refresh my memory of the happenings of that time. With everything happening now it is more important than ever to have faith. While I am not Catholic I did find your site very informative. I enjoyed reading through many of the posts. Thank you for all you’re doing.Rob
Thank you Rob. Have a blessed Eastern!
The Shroud of Turin certainly has a lot of mystery surrounding it. It is certainly a interesting artifact to study as long as the focus remains on Jesus, His crucifixion and His resurrection. This article, as well as the documentary that you attached is really interesting and makes me want to research it a little more. If it is the real burial shroud of Jesus, then what an incredible find that is!
It is!
No doubts!
Thank you
I don’t think the title of your article matches the content lol. Just kidding, mainly because I had some doubts after reading the article.
Thank you for your comment! I appreciate your sense of humor and your openness about having doubts after reading the article. It’s natural to have questions when exploring topics like the Shroud of Turin, which sits at the intersection of science and faith.
As you mentioned, science and faith can indeed complement each other. Science seeks to uncover the facts of our world, providing insights that evolve and change as new discoveries are made. When it comes to the Shroud of Turin, scientists from various fields, universities, and countries have conducted extensive studies over the years, examining aspects like its material composition, the presence of pollen, traces of blood, and the unique 3D negative image imprinted on the cloth’s interior. Many of these findings provide compelling, albeit sometimes inconclusive, data about the Shroud’s origin and the mysterious process that created the image.
For the first disciples, such as John and Peter, entering the empty tomb and seeing the burial cloths left behind, the Shroud served as a powerful sign of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. They believed because they had witnessed not only the empty tomb but also the risen Christ Himself. For us, belief can be more challenging, especially when we are not familiar with the fuller context of the story of salvation and how the Resurrection is at the heart of our faith.
I invite you to explore some passages from the Gospels that narrate the Passion and Resurrection of Jesus. Allow these stories to speak to your heart and reflect on the significance of these events. Faith is not always about having all the answers but about being open to the mystery and the possibility of something greater than ourselves.
If you have specific questions or doubts, I encourage you to keep searching and seeking understanding. Often, it is through questioning and searching that we come to a deeper appreciation of both the scientific and spiritual dimensions of life.
Thank you again for engaging with the content, and feel free to share any further thoughts or questions!
PS
Here are some simple Bible references that narrate the Passion, Death, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ, to encourage deeper reflection:
1. The Passion of Christ:
* Matthew 26:36-75; 27:1-66 – Jesus’ prayer in Gethsemane, His arrest, trial, suffering, and crucifixion.
* Mark 14:32-72; 15:1-47 – Another account of Jesus’ suffering and death, highlighting His sacrifice.
* Luke 22:39-71; 23:1-56 – Details Jesus’ prayer, betrayal, trial, and crucifixion.
* John 18:1-40; 19:1-42 – A more detailed account of Jesus’ arrest, suffering, death, and burial.
2. The Resurrection of Christ:
* Matthew 28:1-10 – The women at the tomb are greeted by an angel who announces that Jesus has risen.
* Mark 16:1-8 – The discovery of the empty tomb and the angel’s message to the women.
* Luke 24:1-12 – The women find the tomb empty and are told by angels that Jesus is alive.
* John 20:1-18 – Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Christ at the empty tomb.
3. Additional Reflections on Faith and Belief:
* John 20:24-29 – The story of “Doubting Thomas,” who moves from doubt to belief after encountering the risen Jesus.
* 1 Corinthians 15:3-8 – Paul’s summary of the Resurrection appearances and its significance for the Christian faith.
These passages can serve as a foundation for someone exploring the story of salvation and the meaning of the Resurrection. They provide both a narrative of the events and an invitation to deeper faith and understanding.
https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0839/__PXS.HTM (the narrative about Peter and John, the empty tomb and the shroud)