اسلام اور مغرب میں مکالمہ کی عصری جہات اور فکری تقاضے

CONTEMPORARY DIMENSIONS AND INTELLECTUAL IMPERATIVES OF DIALOGUE BETWEEN ISLAM AND THE WEST

Abstract

This article examines the contemporary dimensions and philosophical imperatives of dialogue between Islam and the West. Their historical relationship spans centuries, oscillating between intellectual exchange and conflict—from the Crusades to colonialism. In the 21st century, a critical question arises: Is their interaction destined solely for discord, or can harmony prevail? Despite deep-seated religious, political, and cultural differences, modern challenges necessitate constructive engagement to forge a cooperative future. This study explores key facilitators of dialogue, including media (traditional and digital), Muslim minorities in the West, interfaith initiatives, the influence of Muslim women and youth, and platforms offered by the UN and global institutions. It argues that addressing contemporary issues requires a reassessment of dominant Western narratives alongside introspective reform within Muslim societies. The goal of such dialogue is not the supremacy of one worldview over another but the cultivation of mutual understanding, respect, and shared human values. By fostering discourse free from prejudice and grounded in intellectual maturity, Islam and the West can transcend historical antagonism and collaborate as partners in shaping a peaceful future.