The book investigates the theological and political justifications for apartheid in South Africa. It examines how the apartheid regime was framed as a divinely ordained system and explores the theological arguments used to support racial segregation and oppression. The work analyzes the role of religious institutions and leaders in either perpetuating or challenging apartheid, drawing on historical documents and theological discourse.

This work is recognized for its critical examination of the intersection between religion and politics in South Africa. It is noted for its scholarly approach to deconstructing the theological underpinnings of apartheid. The book is considered an important contribution to the understanding of how religious ideology was manipulated to support a system of racial oppression. Its analysis provides a robust counter-argument to the religiously-sanctioned justifications for apartheid.