The Michael Knowles Show
New EVIDENCE: Head Cloth of Jesus FOUND? The Sudarium of Oviedo | Michael & Pt. 2
May 11, 2025
Joining the conversation is Doug Powell, a scholar and friend of Michael Knowles, who brings an intriguing replica of the Sudarium of Oviedo—a cloth linked to Jesus' burial. They dive into the mysteries surrounding this relic, its blood stains, and its connections to the Shroud of Turin. The discussion extends to a rare temple tax coin from Pontius Pilate’s time and the historical significance of Jesus' suffering. With captivating insights into biblical archaeology, they challenge belief and evidence in faith while exploring the authenticity of these ancient artifacts.
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Quick takeaways
- The discrepancies between carbon-14 dating of the Sudarium of Oviedo and historical documents question the validity of modern dating methods.
- The matching blood types and stains on the Sudarium and the Shroud of Turin provide strong evidence for their connection to Jesus.
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Debunking Carbon-14 Dating
The reliability of carbon-14 dating is questioned based on the historical lineage of the Sudarium of Oviedo, a burial cloth believed to have covered Jesus's face. Although radiocarbon dating places its origin in the ninth century, historical documents trace its existence back to the sixth century, creating a discrepancy. This inconsistency raises skepticism regarding the accuracy of the dating methods used in the 1980s, especially given acknowledged methodological flaws. As a result, faith in carbon dating is challenged in light of historically backed evidence.
