As opposed to the lenient narrative crafted by Shimon Markish and other scholars, it is shown that Erasmus did not struggle to recognize the Other, nor demonstrate indifference toward non-Christians. Erasmus’s De bello Turcico displays intolerance toward the Turks and Islam, not indifference. Erasmus’s allusions to Turks as despicable, inhumane, cruel, uncivilized barbarians, bandits, etc., as well as the variety of sinful characteristics he ascribes to them, such as avarice, ambition, and impiety, reflect not apathy and indifference but hostility. As for the Jews, Erasmus stated his detestation of Judaism, which demonstrates his awareness of its presence and existence as well as his willingness to monitor its condition. In this respect, Erasmus’s explicitly hostile approach toward the Hebrew language is instructive. There is no indifference or apathy in this respect, only hostility fostered by irrational fear of Judaism, its language and living Jews.