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I\u2019ve read some real gems over the years, but this is this year\u2019s best so far (and it is hard to imagine anyone could beat it):<\/p>\n

\u201cIn 1941 an Italian expedition found the stone with Pointus Pilate engraved. Also found next to his name was the word that means Roman Empire. This find proves Pointus Pilate was a Roman Empire during the time suggested, just as said in the Bible\u201d.<\/p>\n

I am at a loss for words\u2026<\/p>\n

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