British study reveals Bible knowledge in decline


	British study reveals Bible knowledge in decline

tabsey

7-12-2009 5:44 AM

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tabsey says:

One respondent to the survey said David and Goliath was the name of a ship while another thought Daniel, who survived being thrown into the lions' den, was "The Lion King".

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7-12-2009 8:26 AM

Antara

Yes, and look at the fabulous condition Britain is in currently! (not)

7-13-2009 12:35 PM

katsteevns

History is no longer a priority in education.The less educated they are, the easier it is to indoctrinate.

7-13-2009 7:22 PM

Antara

I have to agree with you there Kat.

7-13-2009 7:43 PM

katsteevns

I'm all choked up.%#@&

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