New evidence from Shroud of Turin blood test bolsters biblical version of crucifixion: Daily Mail
After the last study of the Shroud of Turin, which determined the age of this Christian relic, a new study has appeared that focuses on the analysis of blood from this holy cloth. An Italian scientist decided to use modern technology to re-examine samples taken from the tissue back in the 1970s.
While examining the shroud in which Jesus’ body is believed to have been wrapped after his death, researchers have found microscopic blood particles that indicate organ failure, trauma, disease and even radiation exposure. All these factors confirm the biblical description of the crucifixion of Christ, informs DailyMail.
The first receipt of physical samples from the Shroud of Turin took place only in 1978. However, the results of those studies did not give an unequivocal answer to the question of whether the tissue really contains blood. Therefore, Professor Giulio Fanti from the University of Padua decided to carry out a re-analysis using modern microscopes that can reveal details down to the size of individual particles. The results showed the presence of hemoglobin, the main component of blood, as well as two different types of blood, which Fanti designated type A and type B.
According to the professor, these findings indicate that the cloth was indeed on a person with bloody injuries, and is not a forgery created with the help of paints or other means.
The study also found the presence of creatine, which is released into the blood when muscles are damaged or injured. Scientists note that creatine is formed in the body from amino acids, and its detection may indicate traumatic injuries that may have occurred during crucifixion.
Professor Fanti points out that the high level of creatinine found in the samples can be explained by the fact that in the last hours of Jesus’ life, due to hypovolemia and severe dehydration, there was a decrease in blood flow to the kidneys.
Also, blood samples from the shroud revealed signs of uremic syndrome, which occurs as a result of the inability of the kidneys to excrete waste products. This condition may be the result of blunt trauma that Jesus suffered during the scourging.
Fanti also notes that type A blood is likely post-mortem because it contains microcytes that indicate respiratory distress on the cross. At the same time, according to the scientist, blood type B has a darker color and sharper edges, which indicates its appearance before death.
