Scientist Proves That The Turin Shroud Does Not Show The Face of Jesus

A groundbreaking study has cast doubt on the authenticity of the Shroud of Turin, the linen cloth believed by many to have wrapped Jesus Christ’s body after his crucifixion.

The study, conducted by Brazilian forensic expert Cicero Moraes, suggests that the image on the shroud could not have been formed by direct contact with a three-dimensional human body. Instead, Moraes proposes that the image may have been created from a two-dimensional bas-relief, a shallow carving.

Moraes used virtual simulations to compare the results of wrapping a fabric around a 3D body and a 2D bas-relief. The simulation revealed significant distortions in the image created by the 3D body, which do not match the image on the shroud. In contrast, the image produced by the bas-relief closely resembles the shroud’s image.

Moraes’ findings align with the “mask of Agamemnon” effect, a well-known phenomenon where a 3D object’s image becomes distorted when transferred to a 2D surface. This effect is evident in the strange distortions observed in the simulated image from the 3D body.

While Moraes acknowledges the shroud’s historical and religious significance, he believes it is more likely a work of Christian art than an authentic relic. He suggests that the shroud’s powerful image has successfully conveyed its intended religious message over centuries.

The Shroud of Turin has been a subject of intense debate and scientific investigation for centuries. While some believe it to be a genuine relic, others dismiss it as a medieval forgery. The latest study adds another layer of complexity to this enduring mystery.