Voltaire et l’Islam

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Voltaire is famous for his sharp critiques of religion, but what did he really think about Islam? This study follows the philosopher's evolving views, from early hostility to a later admiration for its monotheism and simplicity. Djavâd Hadidi examines how Voltaire's engagement with Islam reflected the intellectual currents and internal conflicts of the Enlightenment.

Avg. reading time: 4h 30m
Prose complexity: 10/10

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Djavâd Hadidi

Djavâd Hadidi was an Iranian scholar who focused on the historical connections between French literature and Islamic thought. He is best known for Voltaire et l’Islam, a study of how the Enlightenment philosopher

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