Abstract
Shortly after he was chosen as Bishop of Rome in April 2005, Benedict XVI 
 took a number of steps towards a new dynamics in inter-faith dialogue. He began
 by setting down fundamental principles, namely knowing and appreciating one’s
 own faith as the essential condition for sincere cross-religious encounters. That
 is why, as a prominent dogmatic theologian, in his theological approach he not
 infrequently laid down clear boundaries, even in grey areas which sometimes
 drew strong rejection, for a real theological dialogue is not easy. But, according
 to Benedict XVI, this is the road we have to travel to arrive at a true dialogue,
 rather than simply politeness or “lip service”.
 During his period of service, Catholic-Muslim Forum I and II were created with
 their final declarations; if followed through globally, there would be no need for
 any more disputes or enmity between Catholics and Muslims. Unfortunately,
 reality is different. Today Bishop of Rome Francis wishes to follow-up this mission 
 with a different language and emphasis. The core is the same, that through 
 friendship and the principle of reciprocity, Catholic and Muslim peoples respect
 and understand each other without fear, for we are all brothers and sisters.
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