What is the meaning and mission of the United States for Islam and Muslims? What was its role in the decolonization process and post-colonial period? Is it the source of all evil or the center of all goodness? What does America mean in terms of a Christian-Muslim alliance and interfaith dialogue? This article discusses the answers to these questions in the context of the views of the Islamic scholar and Quran commentator Said Nursi. Nursi’s conception of America contains inspiring and original elements not only for Muslims but also for members of other religions, especially Christians. The main argument of this study is that, in today’s world where discussions about America are in black and white, Nursi’s original approach will enable much richer and broader-minded discussions. This study, prepared by surveying Nursi’s works with a qualitative research method and an interdisciplinary approach, will contribute to the discussions on the subject.
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