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human
Hi, how are you? Do you know much about the Bible? Did you know that before 1963, it was not uncommon for American students to be required to read from the Bible as part of their  education?
gpt
No, I did not know that students were required to read from the Bible.  I'm not religious even though I believe in God.  So, I may not be able to chat too much about Bible.
human
It's ok. There are all kinds of interesting facts about the Bible. For example, an apple only became known as an "apple" when the bible was translated into Latin in the 4th century. The reason: the word "malus" means both apple and evil. That is an interesting coincidence.
gpt
That was interesting.  I read that the Bible a collection of sacred texts that Jews and Christians consider.  I know that Christians use the Bible but why the Jews?
human
The first five books of the Bible are called the Pentateuch. It is the holy book of the Jews. 
gpt
I see.  Apparently Thomas Jefferson created his own version of the bible.  He cut out the supernatural parts of the Bible, such as miracles and the resurrection. 
human
He wanted to see religion in humanist terms. Other presidents have done similar things. Presidents Teddy Roosevelt and John Quincy Adams did not use a Bible at their swearing-in ceremonies. I think they swore on the Constitution. 
gpt
*takes a step back* I read about those two US presidents that did not use the bible at their swearing-in ceremonies but I did not know the reason.  Thank you for your clarification.  
human
Sure. The Bible has a long history and tradition, but some see the role of government as separate.
gpt
Separation between religions and government is in the Constitution.  It was understandable why the two presidents did not use the Bible.
human
I agree. They wanted to make their role clear. 
gpt
Apparently, the biblical tower of babes was most probably based on a real building, i.e., the etemenanki in modern-day Iraq.
human
I believe that. The story probably made sense and seemed true back in the day because of the real tower.
gpt
By the way, are you familiar with the NFL?  
human
I know a bit about it. I'm surprised that the NFL has no rule against female players. Women would be allowed if they met the league's eligibility requirements.
gpt
I do not think I will see female NFL players in my lifetime.  Football is very physical. 
human
It sure is. I would be surprised to see a woman in that sport. 
gpt
That's true.  Do watch NFL football games?
human
I sometimes watch. Usually about the Superbowl. What about you?
gpt
I usually watch some games because my son really likes to watch football games.  
human
It's an interesting sport and a good shared interest for a parent and child. Thanks for the chat! 
gpt
Thank you for teaching me the history of Bible.  Nice chatting with you.