Relics of the ChristUniversity Press of Kentucky, 16 мар. 2007 г. - Всего страниц: 232 Religious relics, defined as Òeither portions of or objects connected with the body of a saint or other holy person,Ó are among the most revered items in the world. Christian relics such as the Holy Grail, the True Cross, and the Lance of Longinus are also the source of limitless controversy. Such items have incited people to bloodshed and, some say, have been a source of miracles. Relics inspire fear and hope among the faithful and yet are a perennial target for skeptics, both secular and Christian. To research the authenticity of numerous Christian relics, Joe Nickell takes a scientific approach to a field of study all too often tainted by premature conclusions. In this volume, Nickell investigates such renowned relics as the Shroud of Turin, the multiple heads of John the Baptist, and the supposedly incorruptible corpses of saints, first examining the available evidence and documented history of each item. From accounts of true believers to the testimony of the relicsÕ alleged fabricators, Nickell then presents all sides of each story, allowing the evidence to speak for itself. For each relic, Nickell evaluates both the corroborating and contradictory bodies of evidence and explores whether the relic and attributed miracles can be reconstructed. In addition to his own experiments, Nickell presents findings from the worldÕs top scientists and historians regarding these controversial objects of reverence and ire, explaining the circumstances under which each case was examined. Radiocarbon dating and tests to determine the validity of substances such as blood or patina indicate a variety of possible origins. Nickell even reveals some of the techniques used to create archaeological forgeries and explains how investigators have exposed them. Each relic is a mystery to be solved; guided by the maxim, Òextraordinary claims require extraordinary proof,Ó Nickell seeks only the truth. |
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... the Holy Shroud A Linen Cloth 134 130 9. " Photograph " of Christ Image on the Shroud 139 The Imprinting 142 Medical Evidence 147 A Work of Art 150 139 10. The Sudarium of Oviedo 154 Companion Relic 154 Historical vi CONTENTS.
... the Holy Shroud A Linen Cloth 134 130 9. " Photograph " of Christ Image on the Shroud 139 The Imprinting 142 Medical Evidence 147 A Work of Art 150 139 10. The Sudarium of Oviedo 154 Companion Relic 154 Historical vi CONTENTS.
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... cloth Veronica offers her veil to Jesus Veronica displays her veil 72 " Veronica " engraving on linen 74 78 79 Jesus ... Cloth 157 Map of Spain 158 Sketch of the Oviedo cloth 161 Basilica of the Holy Blood in Bruges 171 Painting in ...
... cloth Veronica offers her veil to Jesus Veronica displays her veil 72 " Veronica " engraving on linen 74 78 79 Jesus ... Cloth 157 Map of Spain 158 Sketch of the Oviedo cloth 161 Basilica of the Holy Blood in Bruges 171 Painting in ...
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... cloth of Jesus . If genuine , it would not only prove Jesus ' his- torical existence but also reveal his actual physical appearance through the striking image imprinted on it . Moreover , if the image were indeed caused by a miraculous ...
... cloth of Jesus . If genuine , it would not only prove Jesus ' his- torical existence but also reveal his actual physical appearance through the striking image imprinted on it . Moreover , if the image were indeed caused by a miraculous ...
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... clothes , books , furniture , instruments of martyrdom , winding - sheets , coffins and ( if the body is cremated ) the ashes that are left - are dignified by the BELLEEL Figure 1.1 . A portion of the vast collection 1. The Cult of ...
... clothes , books , furniture , instruments of martyrdom , winding - sheets , coffins and ( if the body is cremated ) the ashes that are left - are dignified by the BELLEEL Figure 1.1 . A portion of the vast collection 1. The Cult of ...
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... clothing that they had touched ( Acts 19:12 ) . " This refers to Paul's healing powers : " And God wrought spe- cial miracles by the hands of Paul : So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons , and the ...
... clothing that they had touched ( Acts 19:12 ) . " This refers to Paul's healing powers : " And God wrought spe- cial miracles by the hands of Paul : So that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons , and the ...
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2 Christian Relics | 26 |
3 The Holy Grail | 50 |
4 SelfPortraits of Jesus | 67 |
5 The True Cross | 77 |
6 Other Crucifixion Relics | 96 |
7 Holy Shrouds | 111 |
9 Photograph of Christ | 139 |
10 The Sudarium of Oviedo | 154 |
11 Blood of Jesus | 167 |
12 The James Ossuary | 180 |
Conclusion | 191 |
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8 The Shroud of Turin | 122 |
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Стр. 15 - And God wrought special miracles by the hands of Paul : so that from his body were brought unto the sick handkerchiefs or aprons, and the diseases departed from them, and the evil spirits went out of them.
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