Hi, We have a project where we have have to map an XML document to a relational model. I've discovered that with Hibernate 3 you could do this via the EntityMode.DOM4J. Unfortunately, the feature was removed in Hibernate 4 (https://hibernate.onjira.com/browse/HHH-6879). I know the feature was experimental, however, are there other reasons for removing this feature? For example, was it implemented inefficiently? Thanks, Claude -- ricston <http://www.ricston.com/> Your flexible Open Source services partner *Claude Mamo* - *Software Engineer* Ricston Ltd - Northfields Suite 4, Independence Avenue, Mosta MST9026, MALTA claude.mamo(a)ricston.com - www.ricston.com tel: +356 21334457 - fax +356 21334156