The Shroud of Turin

A length of linen cloth bearing the negative image of a man, believed by some to be the burial shroud of Jesus.

The Shroud of Turin is a revered religious artifact believed by many to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ. The linen cloth bears the faint, brownish image of a man's front and back, which appears to have wounds consistent with crucifixion. The shroud has been subject to intense scientific study and debate, with some researchers claiming it dates from the medieval period, while others argue for its authenticity as the true burial cloth of Christ. It remains one of the most studied and controversial artifacts in human history.