How Europe can Dialogue with Islam
How Europe can Dialogue with Islam

Summary/Abstract: Abstract: This article is the evolution of two previous articles published by the author in 2004 and 2006. The basic concept is the same of those two articles: solidarity between civilisations. The European construction has been very successful giving birth to an unprecedented period peace and of economic prosperity. These results have been achieved through the creation, between the participating countries, of “de facto solidarity”. However this sodarity may not be sufficient any more. We need to accompany this original concept with the one of solidarity between civilizations, namely between Western-European, Judaic and Muslim civilizations. Culture is the most important element of solidarity between civilizations. Turkey, for its cultural heritage, democracy, secularism and political stance could give a fundamental contribution to the development of solidarity, stemming from her Kemalist revolution and thought. In this light its role as a member of the EU, Turkey’s contribution could be crucial. Solidarity between civilizations could involve, among other things, a whole range of cultural projects, from primary schools to post-graduate studies, bound to create a “cultural acquis”. In this paper we include the outline of a project and the indication of a symbol for the enhancement of solidarity between civilizations.

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