[New Jersey Realist]

The archeological evidence and FACTS that have been and continue to be found in the ME support the Bible.

You might want to go to the library and check out "The Bible Unearthed," Archaeology's new vision of ancient Israel and the origin of its sacred texts published in 2001. It is not faith shattering but certainly something to reflect on - further proving my point that FAITH alone is the compelling force of any religion.

[Elsie]

The Bible Unearthed

So... Jews are imaginary?

[SZonian]

"...my point that FAITH alone is the compelling force of any religion."

I didn't pick up on that component of your post. My apologies for the misunderstanding.

I believe that faith is the compelling force of belief, not so much religion. To me, religion is just a venue or method by which people express such beliefs or faiths.

Facts can and normally do support or buttress such beliefs and faith.

I'll take a gander at the book you recommend.

FRegards,

SZ