A History Of God by Karen Armstrong

“A History of God” is a book written by Karen Armstrong, a British author and former Roman Catholic nun. The book was first published in 1993 and has since become a widely acclaimed work that explores the history and evolution of the concept of God in the three major monotheistic religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Karen Armstrong, drawing on her extensive knowledge of religious history and theology, takes readers on a journey through the development of the idea of God from prehistoric times to the present day. The book delves into the intellectual, cultural, and social factors that shaped the conception of God in different religious traditions.