Raymond Collins (priest)

Raymond F. Collins (born 1934, died 2018) was an American Roman Catholic priest, biblical scholar, and author. He specialized in New Testament studies, particularly the Pauline epistles and the Book of Revelation.

Collins served as a professor of New Testament at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C. for many years, and later at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. He held the rank of Ordinary Professor Emeritus at Catholic University.

His scholarship was characterized by a meticulous attention to the original Greek text and a thorough engagement with historical and literary critical methods. He was widely respected for his contributions to the understanding of apocalyptic literature and for his commentaries on various New Testament books.

Collins authored numerous books and articles, including notable works on divorce in the New Testament, the Book of Revelation, and 1 Corinthians. He served on the editorial boards of several scholarly journals and was a frequent speaker at academic conferences. His work has been influential in shaping contemporary New Testament scholarship, and he mentored many aspiring scholars in the field. He was known for his dedication to both academic rigor and faithful interpretation of scripture.