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- Ignatius Press
The Shroud of Turin is one of the most famous relics in the world. Scrutinized by scientists and studied by debunkers, it is also honored by countless faithful devoted to the mysterious image of a crucified man that appears on the cloth.
In this lavishly illustrated book, best-selling author Paul Badde sets out on a journey through Europe and the Holy Land as he traces the rich history of the Shroud. With the investigative skills of a seasoned journalist, Paul Badde uncovers many of the mysteries surrounding the Shroud and also researches another relic honored as a burial cloth of Christ-the Veil of Manoppello, which bears the image of the Holy Face.
Drawing upon his years in Jerusalem and his many visits to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Badde gives a riveting account of the discovery of Christ's countenance by Peter and John in the dawn of the first Easter. Badde powerfully presents the case that their awe and wonder at the sight of the True Icon needs to be rediscovered in our own time.
by Dr. Richard L. Benkin
Foreword by Samir Kalra, Esq. Director and Senior Fellow for Human Rights, Hindu American Foundation
ISBN 978-81-88643-39-4
After India’s 1947 partition, Hindus were a third of East Pakistan’s population; when East Pakistan became Bangladesh in 1971, they were less than a fifth; 30 years later under a tenth; and today fewer than eight percent. Bangladeshi Hindus face government tolerated murder, rape, abduction, forced conversion, land grabs, and more, including a 2009 pogrom behind a Dhaka police station. Yet, the world has remained silent—until now.
Nestled in the very center of the state and the southernmost point of the PA Wilds is the Nature Inn at Bald Eagle State Park.
This new green building just achieved a Gold LEED rating from the U.S. Green Building Council. The Inn features natural surroundings and intrinsic green amenities. Birding is at prime at the Nature Inn, with a pair of bald eagles just across the lake. The Inn is also full of works by local artisans, from the stained glass in the lobby to the ceramic tiles integrated into the architecture. The Nature Inn is a PA Wilds treasure and a truly unique place to stay.
Situated on 245 acres within the heart of Pennsylvania's elk range and within the Elk State Forest, the Elk Country Visitor Center is the premier elk watching and conservation education facility in the entire Eastern United States. The 8,400-square foot eco-friendly building has a stone fireplace to greet visitors, a “Great Room” with ceilings supported by large wooden trusses and a panorama of windows looking out on elk viewing areas and food plots. Interpretive exhibits will immerse the visitor in the sights, sounds and smells of a mixed hardwood forest, the natural world of the elk and native wildlife and the heritage of the region.
