A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
Description
Karen Armstrong's seminal work traces the complex and evolving concept of God across Judaism, Christianity, and Islam over four millennia. This compelling narrative explores how humanity's understanding and experience of the divine have been shaped by historical events, cultural shifts, and theological developments. Armstrong masterfully navigates the intricate relationship between these three Abrahamic faiths, revealing the shared roots and divergent paths in their quest for a singular, transcendent deity. It is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the historical forces that have molded monotheism and its profound impact on the world.
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paperback
Ballantine Books
Published Aug 9, 1994
496 pages
ISBN: 9780345384560
paperback
Gramercy
Published Jan 1, 2004
ISBN: 9780517223123
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First Published
1993
Language
eng
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