Terror in the Mind of God: The Global Rise of Religious Violence: 13 Juergensmeyer, Professor of Sociology and Director of the Global and International Studies Program Mark

**Terror in the Mind of God** dives headfirst into one of our most uncomfortable questions: why do people kill for their beliefs? Professor Mark Juergensmeyer doesn't dance around the topic—he examines religious violence across Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, and Buddhism with scholarly rigor and surprising accessibility.

This isn't your typical dry academic tome. Juergensmeyer unpacks the psychology behind religious terrorism, exploring how sacred texts get weaponized and why violence feels divinely justified to perpetrators. Perfect for politics junkies, sociology students, anyone trying to make sense of global conflicts, or readers who appreciate nuanced takes on explosive topics.

As a leading expert in global studies and religious violence, Juergensmeyer brings serious academic credentials without the pretentious jargon. This preloved copy from Patina Paperbacks offers essential insights into religious extremism and political violence.

"Challenging but never preachy—exactly what this complex subject needed." "Finally, someone explains religious terrorism without taking sides or oversimplifying."