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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... Depiction of the Magi at Basilica of St. Eustorgio St. Mark's Basilica in Venice 38 28 Crypt supposedly holding relics of St. Mark 38 Lunette depicting St. Mark , the Virgin , and Christ St. Januarius holding vials of his own blood 39 ...
... Depiction of the Magi at Basilica of St. Eustorgio St. Mark's Basilica in Venice 38 28 Crypt supposedly holding relics of St. Mark 38 Lunette depicting St. Mark , the Virgin , and Christ St. Januarius holding vials of his own blood 39 ...
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... Bruges 171 Painting in Bruges depicting the Holy Blood 171 Lighted cross at Church of Maria Ausiliatrice 172 The James ossuary 181 119 Ossuaries at Royal Ontario Museum 182 The James ossuary's inscription X ILLUSTRATIONS.
... Bruges 171 Painting in Bruges depicting the Holy Blood 171 Lighted cross at Church of Maria Ausiliatrice 172 The James ossuary 181 119 Ossuaries at Royal Ontario Museum 182 The James ossuary's inscription X ILLUSTRATIONS.
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Joe Nickell. Figure 1.2 . The Holy Family - Mary , Joseph , and the young Jesus are depicted in an old wood engraving .
Joe Nickell. Figure 1.2 . The Holy Family - Mary , Joseph , and the young Jesus are depicted in an old wood engraving .
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... ( Mat- thew 27 : 15-23 ) , cannot be substantiated . It is highly unlikely that the Romans had such a custom , although it is possible . The detail of Figure 1.3 . Jesus is depicted raising Lazarus from the INTRODUCTION a.
... ( Mat- thew 27 : 15-23 ) , cannot be substantiated . It is highly unlikely that the Romans had such a custom , although it is possible . The detail of Figure 1.3 . Jesus is depicted raising Lazarus from the INTRODUCTION a.
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Joe Nickell. Figure 1.3 . Jesus is depicted raising Lazarus from the dead - a foreshadow- ing of his own resurrection ( mid - nineteenth - century illustration by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld ) . Pilate's avowal of innocence in Jesus ...
Joe Nickell. Figure 1.3 . Jesus is depicted raising Lazarus from the dead - a foreshadow- ing of his own resurrection ( mid - nineteenth - century illustration by Julius Schnorr von Carolsfeld ) . Pilate's avowal of innocence in Jesus ...
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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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