Aub -- you know I love ya, ol fella.

I don't perceive anything hateful in Phil's statements.

And I'd submit your understanding, expressed above, of the Bible's contents may be based on outdated information. More recent study indicates the Bible was meticulously copied from original sources, and that any degradation of text or message has occurred at only a de minimus level. I hope you'll consider investigating further ...

Take care and Merry Christmas.