“ The authenticity of John (or Jesus for that matter) does not bother me much. The significance of John’s gospel lies in the fact that at least 1800 years ago there was someone in Christian tradition who used that phrase…”

I tend to agree with you on this point, it doesn’t really matter. We still have to work out what is meant by such statements. Do you not make the usual distinction between Brahman and Brahma? You’ve said previously that Brahman is personal. This seems an unusual interpretation, from my readings.

I look forward to the day when all scientists are enlightened.