European Historian Publishes New Book Highlighting Islam’s Message of Tolerance and Reason

European Historian Publishes New Book Highlighting Islam’s Message of Tolerance and Reason
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European historian and researcher John Tolan has released a new book titled “Islam: A New History from Muhammad to the Present,” offering a scholarly and balanced perspective on Islam’s humanitarian message and its 1,400-year-old civilization. The book challenges stereotypes often associated with the religion in some Western circles, emphasizing Islam’s foundations of unity, mercy, and intellect.

Tolan traces the beginnings of Islam in Mecca, describing how Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family) spread a message that combined faith with knowledge and compassion. He refutes claims that Islam expanded through force, noting its spread through trade, scholarship, and cultural exchange.

The author also explores the impact of Western colonialism on the Islamic world and how historical injustices have shaped modern tensions. Tolan concludes that Islam remains a religion of tolerance, wisdom, and justice, offering a vision for peaceful coexistence and shared humanity.