The Case for God

In 'The Case for God,' Karen Armstrong provides a sweeping history of how humans have understood God, from the Paleolithic age to the present day.

The book focuses on the evolution of religious thought, particularly within Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, as well as other spiritual traditions like Buddhism, Hinduism, and Chinese spiritualities.

Armstrong distinguishes between *mythos* (myths and rituals) and *logos* (rational thought), arguing that modern religion has become overly entangled in logic and has strayed from its roots in 'unknowing.

' She advocates for a return to the apophatic tradition, which emphasizes the transcendent and indefinable nature of God, accessible through spiritual practice and ritual rather than abstract belief.

The book challenges conventional ideas of God and religion, urging a more nuanced and compassionate approach to faith in a polarized age.