21 Apr '15 01:17>
Originally posted by RJHindsI have watched this forum for quite sometime now and have seen the Shroud question come up many times. Usually debate ensues with a YouTube video, and then the counter... usually there is some name calling. Christianity and faith in God is not about proof of the authenticity of some artifact or rag, I think it really means very little.
It is not obvious to the scientists that actually examined the shroud. They say it appears to be the genuine burial linen cloth of Jesus.
In John we find the true meaning of faith in God...
John 20:26-29English Standard Version (ESV)
26 Eight days later, his disciples were inside again, and Thomas was with them. Although the doors were locked, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you.” 27 Then he said to Thomas, “Put your finger here, and see my hands; and put out your hand, and place it in my side. Do not disbelieve, but believe.” 28 Thomas answered him, “My Lord and my God!” 29 Jesus said to him, "Have you believed because you have seen me? Blessed are those who have not seen and yet have believed.”
The shroud, piece of the cross, burial place, holy grail, etc. are a form of idol worship... We should move on, it proves nothing to those without faith and there is no change. iMO