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 A Modern Enigma From Ancient Times July 8, 2000
17 out of 17 found this review helpful
Are you interested in mysteries? Does exploring the past as it pertains to the historical figure of Jesus intrigue you? Are you a skeptic who tends to want scientific evidence of things you don't understand? If so, then you should read this book. "The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin" is one of the most informative and thought-provoking books I have read. I live in the same general region of John Iannone, the author of this book, and I recently had the unique opportunity to attend one of his lectures of the shroud and speak with him in person. Much of what Mr. Iannone covers in his seminars is also covered in great detail in this book. The book follows the historical journey of the Shroud of Turin (the purported burial cloth of Jesus) from its origins in the Middle East to Europe in the middle ages and, finally, to its place in modern times. The book describes in a careful, organized way the many scientific tests and examinations to which the cloth has been subjected, both in decades past and in recent times. It includes timelines, maps, and many astounding, close-up photographs of the shroud. The details are superb. The book is written in a very matter-of-fact, easy to read manner; it is definitely NOT boring! (No dried-up dissertations here!) Whether you believe or disbelieve in the veracity of the Shroud of Turin, this book poses a very fascinating look at an icon from centuries past.
Excellent Shroud book - a DEFINITE buy! March 17, 1999
21 out of 24 found this review helpful
I have read a number of scientific books on the Shroud, including Verdict on the Shroud by Habermas and Stevenson, Report on the Shroud of Turin by Joseph Heller, and most of Ian Wilson's books. Iannone's book is DEFINITELY one to buy, whether you have studied the Shroud in detail or just want to find out about it. He covers a lot of the latest discoveries, such as HOW the 1988 radiocarbon datings were flawed, the discovery of flower imprints and coin images from 29-31 A.D., INCLUDING A COIN WITH THE NAME CAESAR MISSPELLED, and a lot more of the history of the Shroud. This and Ian Wilson's The Blood and the Shroud are among the best in recent years. I highly recommend both!
The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin: New Scientific Evidence November 24, 1999
Lynden C. Rodriguez (San Bernardino, CA USA)
13 out of 17 found this review helpful
The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin: New Scientific Evidence, by John C. Iannone. Alba House, New York, 1998. From the scientific evidence of pollen, mites, flowers and Roman coins, to ancient Jewish burial practices, the astonishing tale of the Image of Edessa, Knights Templar, the Shroud "Mafia" and the Great Fire of 1532, follow the oddessy of the fabled Shroud of Turin and its miraculous reappearance in modern times. A truly thrilling read!
Wonerfully written history on the Shroud of Turin December 17, 1998
kevin.hirsch@ipaper.com (Chicago)
10 out of 15 found this review helpful
This is an incredibly well-written analysis of the most recent evidence and research on the Shroud of Turin. In my mind, there is no better authority on the Shroud today than Mr. Iannone.His logical presentation of the facts will lead any reasonable person to the truth about the Shroud. Both non-Christians and Christians alike must read this book. Mr. Iannone's work, like the Shroud itself, will not find fancy with those uninterested in the truth.
the contents April 22, 2009
Luz Adriana (Michigan, USA)
To anyone interested on the historical and scientifical facts surrounding the life of Jesus Christ, this will be fascinating.
The speaker made a presentation on May 10 2008 about the shroud of Turin at the Festival of Faith of Orlando diocese. The presentation was a summary of his research, which he presents on the book.
The following is a description of the talk as it appeared at the Festival of Faith catalogues. The description gives a good overview of the many aspects of the shroud he has made research on.
10:00 a.m. - John Iannone
TITLE: The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin: New Scientific Evidence
DESCRIPTION: No cloth in history from anywhere in the world has been so studied as the Holy Shroud of Turin. Nor has any cloth so caught the fascination and reverence of the world. And still it remains a mystery. Is the Shroud the ancient burial cloth of Jesus providing in its linen fabric the story of His death and Resurrection? Is it a clever medieval hoax of Leonardo da Vinci? What do modern DNA tests reveal regarding the apparent blood stains on the Cloth? Are there images of flowers and pollens on the cloth that trace its history? How were the mysterious images created? Can modern forensic pathologists identify the body of a crucified human supporting the words of the New Testament and weapons and wounds used by Romans soldiers on Jesus? These are just a few of the many intriguing questions discussed with slides in this lecture. The story of the Shroud reads like a mystery novel that will intrigue you and increase your sense of awe and wonder as you contemplate the message of this lecture.
BIO: John Iannone is a Catholic writer, lecturer and filmmaker now living in Kissimmee. Having earned a Masters in Religious Studies at the Catholic University in Washington, he did additional studies at Fordham Theological and Union Theological Seminary in New York. He has been a student of the Holy Shroud of Turin since 1978 and published a book through the Paulist Fathers in New York in 1998 called "The Mystery of the Shroud of Turin: New Scientific Evidence." He was invited to attend the viewing of the Holy Shroud in Turin in 1998. Upon his return, he lectured extensively to over 20,000 people at 40 Catholic Churches and 70 Protestant churches of all denominations in Florida and New York. Mr. Iannone did a program for the Eternal Word Television Network on the Holy Shroud and another for LATV Public Television in New Orleans. His latest book on the Holy Shroud "The Image and The Rose" has just been published.
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