Autorka Karen Armstrongová sa nechala inšpirovať umelcami, vedcami i vojakmi a na základe početných štúdií a bibliografie dokresľuje zabehaný obraz o islame. Pokúša sa prelomiť mýtus o fundamentalistických fanatikoch, tyranoch, krutých teroristoch a predkladá pred čitateľa nové pohľady na toto mimoriadne rozšírené náboženstvo, ktoré sa podpísalo pod dejinný vývin sveta.
This work offers a nuanced exploration of the role of religion in human life, drawing on historical insights to address the needs of our polarized age. From the Paleolithic era to the present, the author details humanity's quest for a sacred reality, referred to by various names such as God, Brahman, Nirvana, Allah, or Dao. While focusing primarily on Christianity, the discussion encompasses Judaism, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Chinese spiritualities, examining the declining impulse toward religion today, where many either reject God or question faith's relevance. The text poses critical questions about why God has become unbelievable and how contemporary views on divinity differ from those of our ancestors. With depth and insight, the author illustrates how the changing world has altered the significance of religion for individuals and society. She emphasizes that religion is not meant to provide answers that human reason can address; that is the role of logos. Instead, religion's purpose is to help us navigate complex realities creatively and peacefully. Furthermore, it is presented as a practical discipline, requiring dedicated intellectual effort and a compassionate lifestyle to transcend self-centeredness.