The Bible and Ethics (Myrtlefield Encounters) (Volume 4)

Why should we tell the truth or value a human life? Why should we not treat others in any way we like? Some say the Bible is the last place to find answers to such questions, but even its critics recognize the magnificence of Jesus? ethical teaching. To understand the ethics of Jesus we need to understand the values and beliefs on which they are based. Gooding and Lennox take us on a journey through the Bible and give us a concise survey of its leading events and people, ideas, poetry, moral values and ethics to bring into focus the ultimate significance of what Jesus taught about right and wrong. Review "Gooding and Lennox are exemplary guides to the deepest questions of life." --Justin Brierley, Christian radio show host and author About the Author David W. Gooding is Professor Emeritus of Old Testament Greek at Queen?s University, Belfast and a Member of the Royal Irish Academy. He has taught the Bible internationally and lectured on its relevance to philosophy and world religions.