Exploring the Origins and Impact of Islamophobia

This chapter delves into the historical origins of the term Islamophobia, emphasizing its roots in challenging European dismissals of Islam's rich culture. It also discusses the linguistic influence on Sufism through targeted translations, explores interactions between figures like Ivan Aguéli and Peter Kropotkin, and highlights Aguéli's comparisons of Islam and Taoism. The chapter further examines Aguéli's lasting impact on religious understanding, despite his difficult life circumstances and tragic death.