From: Polycarp66@aol.com
Date: Tue Feb 01 2000 - 01:23:07 EST
In a message dated 1/31/2000 7:25:39 PM Central Daylight Time,
grant@cajun.net writes:
<<
What is the difference between BC/AD and BCE/CE? For example, I have read
that the Romans destroyed Jerusalem in 70 AD. Yet, other texts say 70 CE.
Is it a word preference or an important distinction? If so, is it important
to use the distinction?
>>
Since B.C. and A.D both refer to Christ, some have taken to referring to the
same dates as BCE = Before the Common Era and CE = Common Era. It's a
politically correct thing not to offend other faiths. I'll continue to use
BC and AD since he is my Lord even if I am somewhat left-wing.
gfsomsel
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