Shroud of Turin authenticity

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
Recent evidence suggests the Shroud of Turin, believed to show Jesus' image, could be authentic as it dates back around 2,000 years. Italian researchers used x-ray technology to examine the linen sheet and determine its age, disputing previous carbon dating results. The shroud features markings resembling crucifixion wounds and has been a subject of debate for centuries.

Key Points

  • Italian researchers used x-ray technology to examine the linen sheet and dispute the previous dating results.
  • The shroud features markings resembling crucifixion wounds, supporting the belief that it was used to bury Jesus.
  • The cloth was first displayed in the 1350s and has been a subject of debate for centuries.

Pros

  • Recent evidence suggests the shroud could be authentic and dates back around 2,000 years.

Cons

  • Previous carbon dating results from 1988 suggested the shroud was from the Middle Ages.