Where do Islam and the West meet? In the Dialogue of Civilizations, Jill Carroll explores the points of contact and integration of the ideas of Fethullah Gülen, the influential Turkish Muslim intellectual and thinker, within a broader humanistic context.

Readers will understand Gülen's thoughts on topics such as: inherent human value, freedom of thought, education, and taking responsibility for society and the world.

Dr. Carroll sets the stage for a textual dialogue between Gülen's work and the writings of Confucius, Plato, Immanuel Kant, John Stuart Mill, and Jean-Paul Sartre. This book illustrates how perceptions from different times, places, and worldviews can echo similar ideas and serve as bridges for communication and dialogue.

“This study will certainly challenge the reader and illuminate the opportunities offered by intercultural religious dialogue for greater mutual understanding among people in the 21st century.” Bradley K. Hawkins, California State University, Long Beach

“In this brilliant and timely book, Dr. Jill Carroll not only effectively describes the need for dialogue. She also shows us how to move forward. Following the spirit of Rumi, Dr. Jill Carroll invites us all to come to the common table to discuss the truth about ourselves and our world.” David Capes, Baptist University, Houston

“I warmly recommend this book. It opened new pathways for me in Gülen's own writings. This allowed me to better understand his messages of peace and love.” Richard Penaskovich, Auburn University