This critical study by Dr. Raed Hamid Al-Battat delves into the concept of 'textual violence' through a hermeneutic lens, examining its manifestations within the authoritative discourse of the Umayyad and Abbasid periods. The book provides a profound interpretative reading of how texts were wielded as tools of power, control, and subjugation, analyzing the mechanisms through which political and religious authorities utilized language and scripture to legitimize their rule, silence dissent, and shape public consciousness. It is essential for understanding the intricate relationship between power, language, and interpretation in classical Islamic history.