The book progresses by first establishing a theoretical framework for analyzing religiously motivated conflicts, defining key terms, and exploring the historical roots of religious violence.
Subsequent chapters delve into specific case studies, such as the Crusades and differing manifestations of Jihad, to illustrate various facets of the phenomenon.
The book also broadens its scope to encompass other examples of religiously sanctioned violence across various cultures and time periods.
The final chapters analyze the lasting legacies of these conflicts, exploring their impact on political boundaries, cultural identities, and interreligious relations.