Rus oryantalizmi ve Ignaty Yulianovich Krachkovsky'nin Kur'an tercümesi

Orientalism is a complex intellectual phenomenon that has profoundly influenced the West's perception of the East, especially Islam and its foundational texts. While many Western translations of the Qur'an have been shaped by missionary, colonial, or ideological motives, Russian Orientalism has taken a unique path. Rooted in cultural, political, and religious interactions between Russia and the Islamic world—particularly with its large internal Muslim population—this tradition has developed distinct characteristics. Among the leading figures of Russian Orientalism stands Ignaty Yulianovich Kratchkovsky, one of the most influential scholars in the field of Arabic and Islamic studies. Krachkovsky's translation of the meanings of the Qur'an into Russian represents a landmark achievement. His work is distinguished by scholarly rigor, philological precision, and a commitment to faithfully conveying the message of the Qur'anic text, free from ideological manipulation. His translation reflects a deep engagement with Islamic culture and a desire to bridge the intellectual gap between the Russian academic world and the Islamic heritage. This research aims to explore this pioneering translation within its historical and cultural context, analyze Krachkovsky's methodology, and compare his version with other Russian translations of the Qur'an. It also seeks to assess the significance of his contribution to global Qur'anic translation efforts and its impact on the perception of Islam in the Russian intellectual sphere. Anahtar kelimeler: Tafsir, Russian Orientalism, Krachkovsky, Translation of the Qur'an, Islamic studies.