[HiTech RedNeck]

Rome, of course, was by far the most advanced society in Europe/Africa at the time. Far more advanced than God's favorite tribe was at the time.

Advanced in WHAT? It is possible to be technically wealthy and morally bankrupt.

[jennyp]

Advanced in WHAT? It is possible to be technically wealthy and morally bankrupt.

We were in a (very) tangential discussion about what better commandments God should've given the Jews. At least I think that's what it was about. As I say it was very off-topic!

[Gumlegs]

Advanced in WHAT? It is possible to be technically wealthy and morally bankrupt.

Absolutely! Just ask Osama bin Laden!