New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of Jesus' crucifixion'

2024-08-23 15:33:00, Kulturë CNA

New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of

A new analysis of the Shroud of Turin, a 4-meter long linen cloth believed by many to have covered Jesus after his crucifixion, claims to support the historical accuracy of the crucifixion as described in the Bible. Using modern technology, Giulio Fanti, an engineer from the University of Padua, reanalyzed samples taken from the shroud in the 1970s, revealing tiny blood particles that suggest the shrouded person suffered severe trauma, organ failure and possibly exposure. to radiation.

New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of

The study, published in the Archives of Hematology Case Reports and Reviews, identified traces of hemoglobin, a key blood component, and two blood types, named Type A and Type B. These findings suggest the cloth was used on someone with blood injuries. significantly rather than being forged using artificial means. Fanti also discovered traces of creatine, which the body releases during muscle breakdown or trauma. He believes this matches the biblical account of Jesus' crucifixion, particularly the severe physical suffering he endured.

New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of

The origins of the Shroud have long been debated, with skeptics arguing that it is a medieval forgery. However, Fant's analysis found materials typical of ancient Jerusalem, such as clay and limestone, suggesting that the Shroud may have originated in the region. His findings challenge a 1988 study that dated the Shroud to between 1260 and 1390 AD, supporting the possibility that the Shroud is about 2,000 years old.

New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of

Despite these claims, independent experts remain skeptical. Dr. Lawrence Kobilinsky, a forensic scientist, suggested the blood could have been a secondary addition, noting that previous analyzes found pigments and other materials consistent with medieval art. A 2018 study also questioned the authenticity of the shroud, showing that the bloodstains were not consistent with those of a crucified body, suggesting instead that they were made by a standing figure.

New blood analysis of Shroud of Turin 'supports biblical story of

Fant's research adds to the ongoing debate over the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin. While some see it as evidence supporting the crucifixion of Jesus, others argue that more rigorous testing is needed before definitive conclusions can be drawn./DailyMail-CNA