{"title":"Jonalu Johnstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eJonalu Johnstone’s works invite readers into a thoughtful exploration of \u003cstrong\u003ereligion and spirituality\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering fresh perspectives that engage both heart and mind. Her writing is known for its contemplative depth and a clear, accessible style that encourages reflection on scripture and faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom profound scriptural insights to nuanced spiritual themes, Johnstone’s books serve as a meaningful companion for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of faith in a modern context. Her approach balances reverence with approachable clarity, making complex ideas resonate with authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"scripture-unbound-by-jonalu-johnstone-9781558968462","title":"Scripture Unbound","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this insightful guide, minister Jonalu Johnstone invites readers into an adventure of encountering firsthand the words and stories that have inspired billions throughout the centuries. Exploring the wisdom of the ages, she argues, helps equip us to understand the world we share with a diverse and evolving collection of religious voices.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the ages, adherents of religious traditions from around the world have set apart certain writings and teachings as special, calling them scriptures, sacred texts, or classics. They have developed particular approaches to reading these texts. In \u003cem\u003eScripture Unbound\u003c\/em\u003e, Unitarian Universalist minister Jonalu Johnstone provides an introduction to reading sacred texts, discusses Unitarian Universalist views of scripture, and suggests ways to use sacred texts within our congregations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter explores an aspect of engaging with scripture and includes a reading from a sacred text—the Hebrew Scriptures, the Christian Bible, the I Ching, the Dhammapada, the Qur'an, and others, including more modern sources—and offers progressive commentary based on scholarly and spiritual approaches to these writings. \u003cem\u003eScripture Unbound\u003c\/em\u003e explores many approaches, including historical-critical reading, chant, feminist interpretation, Jewish midrash, Unitarian Universalist practice, and more. It provides guidance on selecting translations, considers individual and communal spiritual practice, and reflects on some of the dangers of interpreting scriptures, including cultural misappropriation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47536957260012,"sku":"9781558968462","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/8426da961d3462e1d1fce2b2232ba1f2.jpg?v=1776903275"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jonalu-johnstone.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}