A History of God
The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity and Islam
What's it about
Ever wondered how the concept of a single, all-powerful God came to dominate the world? Uncover the surprising, often contradictory, story of how Judaism, Christianity, and Islam each shaped and were shaped by their understanding of the divine, a journey filled with mystics, philosophers, and prophets. You'll explore how God evolved from a tribal deity into a universal being, why faith and reason have always been in conflict, and how these ancient ideas continue to influence our modern world. Discover the shared roots and dramatic divergences in this 4,000-year spiritual and intellectual quest.
Meet the author
Karen Armstrong is one of the world's leading commentators on religious affairs, renowned for her ability to make complex theological history accessible to a global audience. A former Roman Catholic nun who left her convent to study literature at Oxford, her unique personal and academic journey informs her compassionate and insightful analysis of faith. This background provides her with a rare perspective, allowing her to trace the shared evolution of belief across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam with profound empathy and scholarly rigor.
What's it about
Ever wondered how the concept of a single, all-powerful God came to dominate the world? Uncover the surprising, often contradictory, story of how Judaism, Christianity, and Islam each shaped and were shaped by their understanding of the divine, a journey filled with mystics, philosophers, and prophets. You'll explore how God evolved from a tribal deity into a universal being, why faith and reason have always been in conflict, and how these ancient ideas continue to influence our modern world. Discover the shared roots and dramatic divergences in this 4,000-year spiritual and intellectual quest.
Meet the author
Karen Armstrong is one of the world's leading commentators on religious affairs, renowned for her ability to make complex theological history accessible to a global audience. A former Roman Catholic nun who left her convent to study literature at Oxford, her unique personal and academic journey informs her compassionate and insightful analysis of faith. This background provides her with a rare perspective, allowing her to trace the shared evolution of belief across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam with profound empathy and scholarly rigor.
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