Karen Armstrong

To understand the divine is to realize that our understanding is always limited.

From The Great Transformation

Human beings began to see themselves as individuals with rights.

From The Great Transformation

Myth is not a lie, but a way of expressing truths that transcend historical fact.

From The Case for God

The history of religion is intertwined with the history of violence.

From Fields of Blood: Religion and the History of Violence

We must learn to live with the complexity of our world.

From The Great Transformation

The path to enlightenment is often fraught with challenges that test our resolve.

From The Great Transformation

The concept of God has evolved over time.

From A History of God

God was a word that referred to a particular kind of experience.

From A History of God

Religious traditions must adapt to the realities of contemporary life.

From The Battle for God

Myth and religion are essential for understanding human experience.

From A History of God