Both Prayed to the Same God is the first book-length, comprehensive study of religion in the Civil War. While much research has focused on religion in a specific context of the civil war, this book provides a needed overview of this vital yet largely forgotten subject of American History. Writing passionately about the subject, Father Robert Miller presents this history in an accessible but scholarly fashion. Beginning with the religious undertones in the lead up to the war and concluding with consequences on religion in the aftermath, Father Miller not only shows us a forgotten aspect of history, but how our current historical situation is not unprecedented.

"This is an important book for anyone interested in the history of the Civil War era beyond a narrow 'battles and generals' focus. . . . This book is both worthwhile and stimulating to read, in addition to providing a foundational basis of ideas and facts from which further study can proceed." - Cincinnati Civil War Round Table

"Robert J. Miller has written an impressive overview of a broad and crucial subject: the role of religion in the Civil War era....Miller...has managed the rare feat of authoring both an accessible—'popular' in the best way—and very scholarly monograph....Original and masterfully researched....Miller's lively book is essential reading....The book is rich in edifying and surprising details." - H-Civwar, December 2008