THE MYSTERY OF THE SHROUD
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ITV1
March 2002
A 2000-year-old shrouded body is discovered in an ancient tomb, south of Jerusalem's city walls. This remarkable find is unique - it's the only shroud from the time of Jesus that's ever come to light in the thousand or so tombs around Jerusalem.
Leading scientists, archaeologists and biblical scholars from Israel, the USA, Finland and the UK have united as a dedicated team to unravel the enigma of this mysterious tomb, the shroud and the person beneath it.
The Mystery of the Shroud follows the fascinating investigation, with its startling links to the traditional Easter story, its implications for the Turin Shroud controversy and its contribution to scientific and archaeological studies.
For the first time ever, it is possible to gather information to provide a snapshot of Jesus' burial. But who was this mystery person beneath the shroud? Was he around to witness the last days of Jesus? Did their paths ever cross?
In The Mystery of the Shroud, science, history, religion and archaeology come together in a unique and epic detective story, exploring this 2000-year-old tomb and its miraculous contents.
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