there are different opinions among Christians, just as there are among scientists. I have stated mine. Now about carbon dating, it is certainly nota conspiracy, and I do respect it. But once we get beyond the historical periodand the period of tree ring calibration, I think C14 dating might be on slippery ground. Sure, the half life of C14 is well known (about 5,700 years), but are we certain that the C12/C14 ratio in the atmosphere has remained stable? Bear in mind that the nuclear tests in the atmosphere have thrown it off. I'm only raisingthis question as food for thought. Again - I believe in the b[ible]

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