Hi,
I realise that you are pressed for time and are unable, at this time, to get involved in an in depth discusssion, that is fine. But I feel I have to comment on a couple of points you make.
Firstly:
If you do further research you will see this was accomplished though archeaology and other methods.
I have already completed a great deal of research in the field of archaeology and the Old Testament. It is this study which has led me to conclude that the Bible is a collection of ancient folk tales. I do not doubt that there is some history in it, but contrary to what you believe, much of the Old Testament has been shown to be false.
Brian, I would encourage you to explore this matter more. I wish I had more time to give you.
I am exploring it more, I study the Old Testament and Syro-Palestinain archaeology every day of the week, even at weekends I do at least a couple of hours of research early in the morning and then have the rest of the say to myself.
You really shouldn't assume that because someone disagrees with your position that it is that person who has not explored the subject, I would equally urge you to explore this subject a little more because I disagree with your conclusion.
This is my last post perhaps for some months.
OK, well it has been nice to meet you, if you would like to discuss anything at all related to the Old Testament and Syro-Palestinian archaeology then drop me an e-mail to 0205100j@gla.ac.uk
Best Wishes.
Brian.