An Inquiry Into The Scriptural Views Of Slavery (1857) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436989831 : 1436989833 : 18 Aug 2008 : ""An Inquiry Into The Scriptural Views Of Slavery"" is a book written by Albert Barnes in 1857. The book is an exploration of the Bible's teachings on slavery, and Barnes examines the various passages in the Old and New Testaments that address the topic. Barnes was a prominent Presbyterian minister and theologian, and he believed that the Bible was the ultimate authority on all matters of faith and morality. In this book, he seeks to provide a comprehensive analysis of what the Bible says about slavery, and to clarify some of the misconceptions that had arisen around the issue. Barnes argues that while the Bible does not explicitly condemn slavery, it does contain principles that undermine the institution, such as the Golden Rule and the commandment to love one's neighbor as oneself. He also argues that the Bible's teachings on the equality of all people before God