You assume I have not studied the subject. I have. Very extensively. We know ancient biblical hebrew, koine greek, and aramaic very well.
You need to cite your sources if you are going to claim "diligent work by others prove otherwise."
Look into the work by Dr. James White, Dr. Greg Bhansen, Dr. Michael Heiser… etc.
We know the bible, it's context, source, and languages very well. You are the one attacking from ignorance, as I have pointed out many times.
"I don't need to provide sources!"
Yeah… you do…
Everything you said to me about only knowing what I know could be said right back at you. I think the big difference here is I know the opposition literature and you clearly don't. I have a much more full and clear picture of the issues.
I've read Bart Ehrman. Have you read James White?
If you have, GREAT! We come to different conclusions with the same information. If not…
People who are intellectually honest are tough to come by and tough to argue against.
Yes, facts and knowledge…. so piggish. Or are you referring to yourself?