{"title":"John Collins","description":"\u003cp\u003eJohn Collins explores profound questions at the heart of faith and ethics, offering thoughtful insights into religious values and spiritual understanding. His works invite readers to reflect on the principles that shape Christian living and belief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a clear and engaging style, Collins navigates complex themes in \u003cem\u003eReligion \u0026amp; Spirituality\u003c\/em\u003e, making his books accessible to both curious newcomers and seasoned readers seeking meaningful dialogue on biblical teachings and moral perspectives.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"what-are-biblical-values-by-john-collins-9780300255218","title":"What Are Biblical Values?","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Are Biblical Values?\u003c\/em\u003e by John Collins explores what the Bible actually says about many of today's most contentious moral issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“For drawing attention to the relevant scriptures and for guidance in recognizing what are and aren’t valid interpretations of them, Collins’ pertinent brief is beyond praiseworthy.”— \u003cem\u003eBooklist\u003c\/em\u003e (starred review)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e“Collins pours a lifetime of scholarship into this study of what the Bible says about controversial ethical topics. It’s highly readable, and it’s honest.”—Jane McBride, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChristian Century\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMany people today claim that their positions on various issues are grounded in biblical values, and they use scriptural passages to support their claims. However, the Bible was written over the course of several hundred years and contains contradictory positions on many issues. The Bible seldom provides simple answers; it more often reveals the complexity of moral problems. Can we really speak of \u003cem\u003ebiblical values\u003c\/em\u003e?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this eye-opening book, one of the world’s leading biblical scholars argues that when we read the Bible with care, we are often surprised by what we find. Examining what the Bible actually says on a number of key themes, John Collins covers a vast array of topics, including the right to life, gender, the role of women, the environment, slavery and liberation, violence and zeal, and social justice. With clarity and authority, he invites us to dramatically reimagine the basis for biblical ethics in the world today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47428441833708,"sku":"9780300255218","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780300255218.jpg?v=1774496663"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/john-collins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}