On The Line Dr. John Bombaro: This New Shroud of Turin Evidence Will Stun You
Dec 8, 2025
Dr. John Bombaro, a Lutheran pastor and theologian focused on Christology and liturgy, reveals compelling insights about the Shroud of Turin. He discusses its historical significance, controversial dating, and the anatomical details that correspond to crucifixion. Delving into the image's uniqueness, Bombaro proposes intriguing theories about its origin, including a resurrection imprint. He argues for the Shroud's role as an apologetic tool, fostering dialogue around Gospel validity while emphasizing the importance of liturgical beauty in modern faith practice.
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What The Shroud Is
- The Shroud of Turin is a 14'x3' linen relic long venerated and now housed in Turin's Basilica of St. John the Baptist.
- John Bombaro argues it may be the actual burial cloth of Jesus and a unique historical artifact.
STURP's Unexpected Findings
- STURP (1978) conducted extensive non-destructive research and found the cloth bears a three-dimensional, anatomically consistent corpse image.
- Researchers identified AB blood and anatomical details consistent with a crucified Middle Eastern man.
Radiocarbon Dating Controversy
- The 1988 radiocarbon test dated the sampled cloth to the 13th–14th centuries, sparking claims of forgery.
- Bombaro highlights sampling from a repaired medieval patch as a major flaw undermining that dating.
