Lost Art of Scripture by Karen Armstrong

560 pages, Paperback

233 x 152 x 31mm (L x W x T)

Published 2019

Condition: LIKE NEW: This book is almost as new, with no damage nor defects. There no markings, inscriptions or signatures of any kind, pages are clean and vibrant.

Genres: Nonfiction * History * Spirituality * Philosophy * Theology * Christianity

This book offers a compelling exploration of the positive influence religious texts can have on contemporary society, a perspective lauded by John Barton, author of A History of the Bible. In an increasingly secular world, sacred texts are often viewed with skepticism, even perceived as instruments of division and violence, their contents manipulated to reinforce prejudice. Karen Armstrong, a leading scholar of religious studies, challenges this narrow interpretation, tracing its origins to recent historical trends. She argues that a more compassionate and open engagement with these texts can serve as a powerful antidote to arrogance and intolerance. Through careful examination of scripture, Armstrong reveals enduring wisdom and practical guidance applicable to the challenges of the modern world. This book offers a path toward understanding the transformative potential of religious texts and their continuing relevance in the 21st century.