A simple act that would remove much confusion is the name! If it were called 'The Biblical Anthology' it would be a much more apt description. What we have is a collection of folklore, traditions, legal treatise, prophesy, constitutions, songs, poetry, eyewitness accounts, philosophy and advice written over the course of three millennia. Its contradictory because of course it would be!

Most people might ask where to even begin? Ultimately It boils down to three things: Love God with your all and Love your neighbour as yourself. And then add on the parable of the good samaritan for the model example of how to live an others-first, back of the queue lifestyle.

Even if Jesus wasn't who it was claimed, these are still wise words to live by. One thing the world can never have enough of is more love.