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A History of God: The 4,000-Year Quest of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam
by Karen Armstrong
Karen Armstrong takes an extremely dense, and vast, history of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam and weaves it into a narrative timeline that is a joy to read. While the audience for this book is likely enthusiasts of comparative religion, believers of all walks of faith should read this book to get a clearer perspective on their 'sister,' religions and the similarities that link the three together.
Armstrong's take on the history of these religions ties them inextricably together in a complex history spanning the centuries. From the early days of monotheism to more recent history, Judaism, Christianity and Islam have faced the same struggles to survive often at the expense of the others.
My biggest complaint, and really only complaint about this book, is that it may feel inaccessible to readers who do not come from an academic background. It is absolutely a must-read for these folks, but it may feel daunting to some readers.
If you enjoyed this read, I would highly recommend taking a look at Armstrong's other work. She is prolific in the field of comparative religion and many of her texts mirror the quality and thoroughness of this book.
Armstrong's take on the history of these religions ties them inextricably together in a complex history spanning the centuries. From the early days of monotheism to more recent history, Judaism, Christianity and Islam have faced the same struggles to survive often at the expense of the others.
My biggest complaint, and really only complaint about this book, is that it may feel inaccessible to readers who do not come from an academic background. It is absolutely a must-read for these folks, but it may feel daunting to some readers.
If you enjoyed this read, I would highly recommend taking a look at Armstrong's other work. She is prolific in the field of comparative religion and many of her texts mirror the quality and thoroughness of this book.