I don't think the old Testament is meant to be an accurate history of real events. I don't see how you can read many of the stories and accounts therein and think that they actually happened just exactly as stated. Probably many were based on actual events, or the authors understanding of certain events, but if you take the whole thing literally you end up having to explain and defend some really bizarre stuff. Even so, it doesn't mean there is no God. It seems that a lot of people feel it's all or nothing, the Bible is a 100% accurate account or else it's all worthless. I just can't see it that way.
I think most intelligent people would agree with that.
Insisting that everyone believe in stuff for which there is no evidence, and other stuff for which there is contrary evidence, does nothing but drive intelligent people away from religion.
Don't blame me. I voted for Trump.
Democrats would burn this country to the ground, if they could rule over the ashes.
