This document discusses common standards between Western and Islamic societies, as well as the ideal message of Islam for its followers. It notes that both value freedom of religion and caring for the poor. For Islam, the ideal message is submission to God and following his commands as revealed in the Quran and teachings of Muhammad. However, the document acknowledges that today many Westerners view Muslims negatively and associate them with terrorism due to the 9/11 attacks, rather than recognizing Muslims as people of faith who share many similarities.