Newly discovered document adds evidence that Shroud of Turin is fake | AI News Digest
A newly discovered medieval document provides compelling evidence that the Shroud of Turin, long believed to be the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, is a clerical fraud. This document, dating back to the 14th century, is the oldest known written dismissal of the Shroud, previously thought to be authentic. The findings, published in the Journal of Medieval History, reveal that the respected theologian Nicole Oresme described the cloth as a 'clear' fake, attributing its creation to deceptive clergy. This discovery adds to the ongoing debate about the Shroud's authenticity, which has persisted for centuries. The research highlights the historical context of clerical fraud and the skepticism surrounding miraculous claims.
