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History
fromMedievalists.net
1 week ago

Medieval Scholar Called Out the Shroud of Turin as a Fake, Study Finds - Medievalists.net

Nicole Oresme denounced the Lirey Shroud as clerical deception in the 14th century, providing evidence of earlier skepticism about the relic than previously recognized.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Scientist finds the Shroud of Turin was NOT wrapped around Jesus' body

For centuries, Catholics have flocked to the Italian city of Turin to be in the presence of its famous shroud. The venerated piece of linen, measuring 14ft 5in by 3ft 7in, bears a faint image of the front and back of a man - interpreted by many as Jesus Christ. Believers say it was used to wrap the body of Christ after his crucifixion, leaving his bloody imprint, like a photographic snapshot.
Philosophy
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