Jesus' Trial Explained

About this episode

What really happened during the trial of Jesus Christ? Could the Shroud of Turin provide important clues? In this episode of The Backstory on the Shroud of Turin, Guy R. Powell welcomes Christian scholar and Psalm Log founder Preston Zeller for an in-depth discussion about history, biblical scholarship, and scientific research surrounding the Shroud. Topics include: • Scientific evidence supporting the Shroud of Turin • Carbon dating and modern testing methods • DNA and historical research • The mystery of the Shroud's image formation • The suffering of Jesus Christ • Jewish legal procedures during the trial • Why many scholars believe the trial violated established law • The relationship between faith, history, and science • How the Resurrection continues to shape Christian belief • Insights connected to Guy Powell's book The Only Witness Whether you are exploring Christianity, biblical history, or scientific evidence, this conversation offers thoughtful perspectives on one of history's most discussed artifacts.