It is basically impossible to PROVE that the Prophet borrowed from Gnostic. But it is much easier for people like Loki to ACCUSE the Prophet from borrowing that source.
Actually, I am not trying to be difficult. Loki must understand that this is a matter of FAITH. I have said earlier, even your Christian ethics and belief would not permit you to accuse someone without a proof.
I am not even asking for a tape or video recording. Basically, I asked:
i) If you say he borrowed from the apocryphas, then give us evidence. You can even quote scholars who have made studies on the datings of the books, religious or historical documents, or even your speciality - carbon-datings
ii) If the Prophet was a student of someone, then tell us who was the teacher, how you come to the conclusion that he/she was the teacher. You quoted Waraqa, then you said "so are many other people of that period of time". Are you now saying there was a committee?
Is the above something too difficult for you to prove? Or are the above something which defies common sense?
Why is it that when Christians are unable to substantiate their false accusations, they started throwing insults (tar, marbles, etc)
Loki mentioned "tons of borrowings from others, i could go on all day posting them." Well, you did quoted 80% borrowing but failed to tell the readers how you get the number.
Strangely, Loki made the accusations. He cannot give any backings. Now, he wants me to buy books to prove that I am wrong?
Oh, pleease!
salam