Sazetak

Abstract:

Consideration of this topic often indicates that the identities of Europe and Muslims in Europe are considered to be closed and static categories. After defining what is meant by the term identity, this paper points out the fact that Europe and Muslims in it are not monolithic entities, that they have polyvalent and historically pervading identities. Certain differences in self-perception among European peoples are presented, as well as differences among different populations of Muslim Europeans. The paper concludes by pointing out the importance of separating cultural identity as a private sphere (civil society sphere) and political identity as a public sphere.

Key words: Europe, Muslim, identity, culture