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To: A_perfect_lady
Indeed, the whole point is supposed to be that you believe despite the lack of proof

That's not exactly accurate. There is plenty of evidence. I think it is overwhelming evidence. Evidence of history, of scripture/prophecy, evidence of reason, and evidence of changed lives.

It's weighty evidence; the type you'd see regarding any discussion of events that have transpired. Since you can't recreate ANY event in history, you are left with a different standard of evidence than with, for example, a proof in geometry.

Take an historic debate: Prove that George Washington Was a Christian. It really depends on what you mean by "prove", doesn't it?

54 posted on 12/21/2012 5:37:39 PM PST by xzins (Retired Army Chaplain and Proud of It! True supporters of our troops pray for their victory!)
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To: xzins

A yes. A “different standard of evidence.” You said a mouthful there, didntcha?


63 posted on 12/22/2012 8:53:25 AM PST by A_perfect_lady
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