ISLAM-CHRISTIAN DIALOGUE

209 CanMuslims live in European society? To get an answer, you must ask the Imam, (those who guide prayers at the Mosque), especially those who come from Arab countries, to clearly demonstrate the wil- lingness to integrate into the society with which they live, because otherwise they create a very dangerous ambiguity. A con- structive dialogue must be developed on this point so that people become aware of the problem posed byMuslim immigration. This dialogue should look at the possibili- ty of integrating Islam into the society of Western countries. This society, which is very diverse in its mentality, its customs and its values, offers the possibility of a ci- vil and serene conviviality between Chri- stians and Muslims. Behind Muslim immigration, there are often Islamic states that could use it for their own political and religious interests. The Muslim brothers: Are very present in the Madaress and aim to establish a state based on the prin- ciples of the Koran and Sharia. In Europe, they are trying to gain recognition for a le- gal status, on a denominational basis and which will apply to an Islamic community which is closest to Sharia law. The anti-Western mentality is widespread among Muslims, and continues to be cul- tivated by pointing the United States as responsible (the West refers to the Chri- stian world) for the great economic and technological difference but especially for the aid to the state of Israel. Inter-religious dialogue What is the position of the dialogue pro- posed by Pope John Paul II? According to the opinion of a Caritas official, an Arab Jesuit on the front line in inter-religious dialogue in Islamic countries, we should start with social action and witness, be- cause the promotion of human values is the only basis for creating a multi-ethnic and multi-religious society. Radiate the love of Christ through the witness of life, solidarity and hospitality. In this kind of program, women will have to assume a role of great importance in human trai- ning. A line of action which aims to make think as much the Moslems as the Chri- stians, in order to establish a common ethical base and to change the mutual prejudices. The challenge for church and Islam will be mainly cultural. Which made an Immam from France say that I prefer to be a Muslim in Europe than in a Mu- slim country, because my religion here is not the object of political manipulation or social pressure. We must work for Muslims to succeed ‚clarify and grasp the meaning and value of the distinction between religion and so- ciety, faith and civilization, political Islam and Muslim faith and to demonstrate that it is possible to live with the demands of a personal and community religious life. A society where religious pluralism is re- spected and where a climate of mutual respect, hospitality and dialogue prevails. I think that the Christians of Europe, who enjoy religious freedom, could have a positive influence on the Muslims of the second generation, to make them aware of the discrimination in the Arab countries against Christians. Knowing this freedom is an opportunity for Muslims to disco- ver the spiritual aspects of their religion far from any other influence. Christians should profess true Christianity to Mu- slims who only know it through the Qur'an and what the Muslim centers say about it. What Islam is "Evil will be replaced by a greater good. Repel evil with a greater good and who